Grand Junction kicked off 2023 by securing a spot on the prestigious New York Times' "Top 52 Places to Go in 2023". This solidified and highlighted Grand Junction's reputation as a premier vacation destination. As the only Colorado destination to make the list, Grand Junction has now been…
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Celebrate Memorial Day in Grand Junction with a week of unforgettable events and festivals! Plan to visit during the holiday weekend or arrive early to partake in the local festivities all week long. For a full list of events in Grand Junction, check out the Grand Junction Event Calendar. Western…
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If you are in a hurry and aren’t up for a road trip, there are five daily flights from Denver (DEN) to Grand Junction, Colorado (GJT) via United Airlines. It’s only an hour flight to Grand Junction Regional Airport. However, if you are looking for an excuse to get behind the wheel to relax and zone…
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Grand Junction experiences spring earlier than the rest of Colorado thanks to its high desert terrain and warm temperatures, which literally begins in March. The tulips and daffodils have already begun blooming, so you can explore the Grand Junction area without worrying about the snow or cold…
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The City of Grand Junction has 13 departments that provide services to the community. They each have a defined role, and the work they perform is made clear by the name of the department. They are: Communications & Engagement, City Clerk, Community Development, Finance, Fire, Police, Human…
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The mission and core values of the City of Grand Junction are to continuously improve through teamwork and challenging the status quo. The City believes in collaborative partnerships, utilizing all areas of expertise to achieve common goals and providing exemplary service by thoughtfully interacting…
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Grand Junction is the Colorado you expect. The area is a perfect outdoor playground for recreation enthusiasts, surrounded by seventy-six percent public land totaling over 1.5 million acres. Hiking options include over 43 miles of trails in the Colorado National Monument, just 10 minutes from…
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Whether it’s skiing, biking, hiking or running, Coloradans, and those who visit this great state, are passionate about the outdoors. Colorado has some of the country’s most beautiful landscapes like Rocky Mountain National Park, Mesa Verde National Park, and Colorado National Monument. Grand…
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From pottery and DIY crafts to creating your very own custom-scented candles, Grand Junction is just the place to let your creativity shine. Grand Junction is known for being an epic outdoor adventure destination, thanks to hundreds of miles of world-class mountain bike trails, like the Lunch…
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Grand Junction is a popular family-friendly playground all year long. From hiking in Colorado National Monument to tobogganing down an old ski hill, there is a variety of both fair-weather activities and snow-packed fun for the kiddos and the adults. Sledding Grease up the saucers and throw on…
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