Outdoor Recreation

in Grand Junction

Just take one look at the Colorado landscape surrounding Grand Junction, and you'll understand why outdoor adventures are so exhilarating here. The setting beckons enthusiasts to hike its mesas, bike its expansive selection of mountain bike trails and fish or float along its flowing rivers. And with thousands of rock formations near town, Grand Junction has become a climber's paradise. To get a lay of the land, an insider's perspective and all the gear you'll need, drop in on one of the area's great outdoor outfitters.

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Ute Canyon Trail

Monument Road
Grand Junction, CO 81507

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Rigorous descent into narrow Ute Canyon from the plateau follows a primitive trail. Route then follows the streambed with seasonal stream and pools bordered by cottonwoods and willows. A few arches...

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Watson Island

639 Struthers Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Grand Junction's Watson Island Park is located right off the Colorado River near the Las Calonias Ampitheater. Paved and dirt trails cover the park along with a disc golf course.

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EagleRider Motorcycle Rentals / Motorcycle Accessories

2060 East Main Street
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-242-2260

EagleRider of Grand Junction is the place to rent a late model Harley-Davidson® or BMW motorcycle to travel the Rocky Mountains, Moab, Utah, the West and much more. We operate alongside Motorcycle...

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Lincoln Park

1340 Gunnison Ave.
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-254-3866

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Rapid Creek Trail

northwest side of the Grand Mesa
Palisade, CO 81526

Rapid Creekt trails lies northwest of the Grand Mesa, exiting Palisade, CO. This trail takes the user over 2,400 feet in elevation and is full of beautiful green scenery. Rapid Creek is a long...

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James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park Corn Lake Section

361 32 Rd.
Grand Junction, CO 81504

Website 970-434-3388

An ideal location for Riverfront trail and Colorado River boating access as well as shaded picnic sites, fishing and watchable wildlife opportunities

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Mud Springs Campground

7914 S 16 1/2 Road
Glade Park, CO 81523

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Campgound on Glade Park with several campsites available on a first come, first serve basis. Open mid May- early November depending on the weather. Each site includes a picnic table, fire ring and...

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Steves Loop

Loma (Exit #15)
Loma, CO 81524

Steve's Loop is part of the Kokopelli trail system. This trail takes the user through moderate changes in elevation at first but does get high enough to get an absolutely spectacular view of the...

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East Creek Trail

Highway 141 in Unaweep Canyon
Grand Junction, CO 81503

East Creek trail is one of the most beautiful in the area. It's main attractions are the swim pools, creeks, and small waterfalls that the user will encounter in this hike. These water points are...

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Alcove Nature Trail

Colorado National Monument
Fruita, CO 81521

Self-guiding nature trail into an ancient sand dune. Trail will take 1/2 hour one way and is .5 miles in distance. Trail difficulty: Easy

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Lincoln Park Golf Course

800 Mantlo Cir.
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-254-3890

Lincoln Parks Golf Course is a nine-hole course located in the heart of Grand Junction. It is the oldest golf course in Grand Junction, Colorado, that is still operating. This great 9 hole layout...

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Canyon View Park

24 Road at I-70 (Exit 28)
Grand Junction, CO 81505

Website 970-254-3866

Canyon View Park is a premiere park providing the perfect setting for many activities. Picnic shelters, fully accessible playground, ponds, open space, restrooms, and trails. This complex includes...

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Palisade Cycle & Shuttle

237 S Main St.
Palisade, CO 81526

Website 970-464-9266

Full service bike and paddleboard shop. For the mountain biker we rent IBIS, Niner and Kona mountain bikes and have trail infomation for the Grand Junction area, from the Grand Mesa to Fruita. We...

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Adrenaline Driven Adventure Rentals & Tours

750 1/4 Horizon Drive
Grand Junction, CO 81506

Website 970-623-3888

The Most Thrilling On & Off-Road Rental and Tour Experience in Grand Junction, Colorado. Experience the Adventure with an Adrenaline Driven UTV, Dirt Bike, Jeep or Slingshot Rental or Tour. ...

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Palisade River Trips

237 S. Main St.
Palisade, CO 81526

Website 970-260-5848

Float trips through fruit and wine country; half-day, early morning; bird watching; evening cocktail floats;bachelorette parties

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James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park Connected Lakes Section

Exit 28 Off I-70
Grand Junction, CO 81507

Website 970-434-3388

An ideal location for birders and nature lovers to enjoy a hike along shaded trails

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Grand Mesa Nordic Council

Montrose
Montrose, CO 81402

Website 970-434-9753

The Grand Mesa Nordic Council (GMNC) grooms and maintains 50 km of cross country ski trails on the Skyway, County Line, and Ward trail systems on the Grand Mesa. The Grand Mesa is the largest flat...

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Rattlesnake Arches Loop

10 miles west of Grand Junction
Grand Junction, CO 81505

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Rattle Snake Arches loop is a hidden gem to Grand Junction. Following this trail will take the user to Rattle Snake Canyon, which contains the second highest concentration of arches in the U.S. It...

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Andys Loop Trail - Lunch Loop Trail System

Little Park Road
Grand Junction, CO 81507

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Andy's Loop Trail is part of the Lunch Loop trail system. Andy's Loop can be accessed accross the road of the Little Park Trailhead, or the Monument Road Lunch Loop Trailhead. Mountain bikers...

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Colorado Discover Ability

601 Struthers Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-257-1222

Adaptive outdoor recreation experiences for people with disabilities.

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Butterfly Pond at Las Colonias Park

1601 Riverfront Drive
Grand Junction, CO 81501

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There are three different ponds for the community to enjoy at Las Colonias Park. The ponds have water features and the public can enjoy the water by kayak or paddle board. Swimming and tubes are...

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Liberty Cap Trail

Wildwood Drive
Grand Junction, CO 81507

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Trail ascends steeply for 2 miles from Grand Junction to Liberty Cap rock sculpture. Trail winds across gently sloping Monument Mesa through pinyon-juniper forest and sagebrush flats for the final...

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The Ribbon

Orchard Mesa
Grand Junction, CO 81503

The Ribbon trail is extremely fun, taking the rider through mostly fast downhill terrain. On this trail there is going to be more vegetation than other trails in the area, but it is very fast and...

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Grand Mesa National Forest

2777 Crossroads Blvd., Unit 1
Grand Junction, CO 81506

Website 970-242-8211

The Grand Mesa Uncompahgre National Forest hosts many different species of trout and other game fish. Cast your line from the bank or a boat for some fine fishing exploits. For more information,...

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