Point Lookout Trail

The Trail

This moderate trail is about 1.15 miles long (one way) with and elevation change of 500 feet. The first part of the trail is made up of a series of switchbacks through pinyon-juniper forest that climb to the top of the narrow mesa before the trail flattens out. Pets are not allowed on this trail.

Topographical Map

Graph of Elevation

Trail in Google Earth

From the top of the mesa, hikers are rewarded with fantastic views of the surroundingMontezuma and Mancos Valleys as well as the north rim of Mesa Verde. You can also see the park entrance and watch cards winding their way up the road into the park.

View of Ute Sleeping Mountain

Trail heading up switchbacks

Directions

This trail is located in Colorado in Mesa Verde National Park. The park is located along US-160. After paying required fees and entering the park, continue to the Morefield Campground. Turn right onto campground road and continue along this road to the parking lot for the amphitheater at the end. The trail starts at the north end of this parking lot.