And if you’re in town Oct. 7–9, mosey over to the Breckenridge Craft Spirits Festival and sip some spicy spirits from local, small-batch artisan distillers. While the caves are a feast for your eyes themselves, save room for some sky-gazing. Mesa Verde is designated as an official International Dark Sky Park, meaning the low light pollution allows you to see the stars as the Ancient Pueblo people saw them long ago.
