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High Desert Adventure Starts Here

An Outdoor Shop Rooted in the Southwest

High Desert Life Outdoors is a locally owned gear shop in Cortez, Colorado, near Mesa Verde. We carry quality outdoor clothing, trail essentials, and a growing selection of used and consignment gear. Whether you're exploring canyons or climbing peaks, our goal is simple: keep the Southwest adventuring with gear built to be used.

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Men’s Apparel

Gift cards available

Trail Recommendations

Sell your used items

Free local pick up
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MERRELL Moab 3 Mid Waterproof Women's

MERRELL Moab 3 Mid Waterproof Women's

MERRELL Moab 3 Mid Waterproof Women's
$175.00
$175.00
A Complete Guide to the Four Corners

A Complete Guide to the Four Corners

A Complete Guide to the Four Corners
$20.00
$20.00
TOPO-Terraventure 4 Women's

TOPO-Terraventure 4 Women's

TOPO-Terraventure 4 Women's
$140.00
$140.00
LifeStraw Go Series Stainless Steel 1L

LifeStraw Go Series Stainless Steel 1L

LifeStraw Go Series Stainless Steel 1L
$64.95
$64.95
MERRELL Moab 3 Mid Waterproof Women's

MERRELL Moab 3 Mid Waterproof Women's

MERRELL Moab 3 Mid Waterproof Women's
$175.00
$175.00
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Let Your Old Gear Keep Exploring.

If you have trail-ready gear you no longer need, bring it by the shop. We review items in person and, if accepted, add them to our consignment inventory. When your gear finds a new home, you get paid. It’s a simple way to support the local outdoor community while giving quality equipment a second life.

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Adventure-Ready Used Gear

Used | NEMO Quasar 3D Sleeping Pad - Regular

Used | NEMO Quasar 3D Sleeping Pad - Regular

Used | NEMO Quasar 3D Sleeping Pad - Regular
$85.00
$85.00
Used | Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack - O/S

Used | Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack - O/S

Used | Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack - O/S
$50.00
$50.00
Used | Osprey Talon Velocity, S/M

Used | Osprey Talon Velocity, S/M

Used | Osprey Talon Velocity, S/M
$65.00
$65.00
Used | Club Ride Women's Shorts - XS

Used | Club Ride Women's Shorts - XS

Used | Club Ride Women's Shorts - XS
$24.00
$24.00
Used | Club Ride Green Plaid Button-Up Shirt - XL

Used | Club Ride Green Plaid Button-Up Shirt - XL

Used | Club Ride Green Plaid Button-Up Shirt - XL
$21.00
$21.00
Used | Club Ride Red Plaid Button-Up Shirt - XL

Used | Club Ride Red Plaid Button-Up Shirt - XL

Used | Club Ride Red Plaid Button-Up Shirt - XL
$21.00
$21.00
Used Osprey Poco LT Child Carrier
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Used Osprey Poco LT Child Carrier

Used Osprey Poco LT Child Carrier
$160.00
$160.00
Used Big Agnes Big House 4 Tent

Used Big Agnes Big House 4 Tent

Used Big Agnes Big House 4 Tent
$200.00
$200.00
Used | NEMO Quasar 3D Sleeping Pad - Regular

Used | NEMO Quasar 3D Sleeping Pad - Regular

Used | NEMO Quasar 3D Sleeping Pad - Regular
$85.00
$85.00

Come See the High Desert Life Shop

We’re located in the heart of Cortez, just minutes from Mesa Verde. Swing by for gear, gifts, used finds, and friendly local advice. Whether you're gearing up or dropping off consignment items, we’d love to see you in person.

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