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.
Shop New & Used Gear
Men’s Apparel
Women’s Apparel
Camp & Hike
Gift cards available
Trail Recommendations
Sell your used items
Free local pick up
High Desert Favorites
Sea To Summit-Ultralight XR Insulated Air Sleeping Pad
Sea To Summit-Ultralight XR Insulated Air Sleeping Pad
8x21mm Compact Lightweight Binoculars, with Pouch and Strap
8x21mm Compact Lightweight Binoculars, with Pouch and Strap
Tungsten 3P Foliage/Azure
Tungsten 3P Foliage/Azure
Sea To Summit-Ultralight XR Insulated Air Sleeping Pad
Sea To Summit-Ultralight XR Insulated Air Sleeping Pad
8x21mm Compact Lightweight Binoculars, with Pouch and Strap
8x21mm Compact Lightweight Binoculars, with Pouch and Strap
Tungsten 3P Foliage/Azure
Tungsten 3P Foliage/Azure
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.
Adventure-Ready Used Gear
Patagonia Capilene Cool Trail Tank Top
Patagonia Capilene Cool Trail Tank Top
Smartwool Merino Wool Base Layer Bottoms
Smartwool Merino Wool Base Layer Bottoms
Smartwool Merino Wool Base Layer Top
Smartwool Merino Wool Base Layer Top
Patagonia Capilene Cool Trail Tank Top
Patagonia Capilene Cool Trail Tank Top
Smartwool Merino Wool Base Layer Bottoms
Smartwool Merino Wool Base Layer Bottoms
Smartwool Merino Wool Base Layer Top
Smartwool Merino Wool Base Layer Top
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.