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Erin Gifford, a writer, highlighted Grand Junction in the article "Ride the Rails, then the Trails—These 8 Stunning Bike Routes are Reachable by Train". The article mentions Grand Junction, Amtrak California Zephyr, Colorado Riverfront Trail, Ribbon Trail, Bangs Canyon Recreation Area, Colorado River, Fruita, Colorado National Monument, sculptures and murals, Handlebar Tap House, Kiln Coffee Bar, and Main Street.