Far View Tower overview
Far View Tower
One of the main reasons to visit Far View Tower is to experience the incredible views it offers. Visitors can climb to the top of the tower to get a 360-degree view of the surrounding area. The tower provides an excellent vantage point for taking photos of the beautiful scenery and landscapes of the Mesa Verde National Park.
In addition to the stunning views, Far View Tower is also a unique historical site. The tower was built by the ancient Puebloan people over 1,000 years ago and was likely used for ceremonial or astronomical purposes. Visitors can learn about the history of the tower and the Puebloan people who built it through interpretive displays and educational programs.
Far View Tower is also a popular spot for birdwatching. The tower provides an excellent location for spotting raptors such as golden eagles and peregrine falcons, as well as other bird species like the western bluebird and the mountain chickadee.
Overall, Far View Tower is a must-see attraction for anyone visiting the Mesa Verde National Park. Its stunning views, unique history, and opportunities for birdwatching make it a fantastic destination for nature lovers and history buffs alike.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, campgrounds, fishing spots, and other landmarks so a quick visit can grow into a full day.
Parks
- Mesa Verde National Park
- Cortez Family Recreation Center
- Cortez City
- Wilderness Mesa Verde
- Hovenweep National Monument
- Mancos State Park
Campgrounds
- Morefield - Mesa Verde National Park
- Morefield Campground
- Ancient Cedar
- Main - Mancos State Park
- West - Mancos State Park
- Mcphee Campground
Fishing spots
Responsible visitation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site (BLM, NPS, state agency, or private owner) for access rules, permits, and seasonal closures before driving out.
- Stay on trail
- Many points of interest sit in fragile ecosystems. Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation and prevent erosion.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and give nesting birds and denning mammals plenty of space.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you. Remote sites often have no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, fossils, or artifacts. Federal law protects cultural and natural resources on public land.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Far View Tower as a favorite, set a weather threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Far View Tower
What is Far View Tower?
A point of interest in Colorado tracked by Snoflo -- typically a scenic landmark, named summit, monument, or viewpoint.
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no public feeds.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get there?
Tap Directions in the hero above for Google Maps driving directions, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the spot.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this POI, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other points of interest near here
Snoflo-tracked landmarks within driving distance of Far View Tower.