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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.

Our Story

Shop New & Used Gear

Gift cards available

Trail Recommendations

Sell your used items

Free local pick up

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High Desert Favorites

Merrell - Women's Moab 3 Mid Waterproof

Merrell - Women's Moab 3 Mid Waterproof

Sale price  $140.00 Regular price $175.00

Rab Women's Microlight Alpine Down Jacket

Rab Women's Microlight Alpine Down Jacket

Sale price  $263.00 Regular price $295.00

The North Face - Used Black Puffy Jacket

The North Face - Used Black Puffy Jacket

$55.00

KAVU Women’s Cavanaugh Fleece Pullover

KAVU Women’s Cavanaugh Fleece Pullover

$90.00

Sky View Backpacker Solo Stargazing Tent

Sky View Backpacker Solo Stargazing Tent

$299.00

MARMOT-ARES VEST

MARMOT-ARES VEST

Sale price  $74.95 Regular price $150.00

CamelBak Powderhound 12 Hydration Pack - Ski & Snowboard

CamelBak Powderhound 12 Hydration Pack - Ski & Snowboard

Sale price  $99.00 Regular price $122.00

Big Agnes-Women's Tiago Down Sweater – Small

Big Agnes-Women's Tiago Down Sweater – Small

$75.00
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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.

Used Gear Condition Guide

Adventure-Ready Used & New

The North Face Women's Tanager Anorak Jacket

The North Face Women's Tanager Anorak Jacket

$150.00

Obermeyer Women's Insulated Snow Pants - XL (18) - USED

Obermeyer Women's Insulated Snow Pants - XL (18) - USED

$65.00

The North Face HyVent 3-in-1 Jacket - Women's Medium - USED

The North Face HyVent 3-in-1 Jacket - Women's Medium - USED

$95.00

Helly Hansen Colorblock Ski Shell Jacket - Women's XS - USED

Helly Hansen Colorblock Ski Shell Jacket - Women's XS - USED

$80.00

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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