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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Eggleston Campground

eggleston Lake
Cedaredge, CO 81431

Dispersed campground in Grand Mesa National Forest located next to Eggleston Lake. ...

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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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Horsethief Bench Loop

Loma Exit #15
Loma, CO 81524

rustler's Loop is the first self-teaching mountain bike trail in the United States. The purpose of this trial is to give both beginners and experienced riders tips on everything from riding skills,...

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RockyTrax

2150 S. 16 1/2 Rd
Glade Park, CO 81523

Website 970-361-0402

RockyTrax is a local family-owned and operated company which rents dual sport dirt bikes and campers. RockyTrax also provides day and multi-day guided dirt bike tours throughout Western Colorado,...

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Gateway Canyons Air Tours

43200 Hwy 141
Gateway, CO 81522

Website 970-931-2740

Let us fly you from where ever you are, to where you want to be. Experience an amazing flight above the unique American West. Soar in luxury as you view red-rock desert canyons, rivers and snow...

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Bureau of Land Management - Grand Junction

2815 H Rd.
Grand Junction, CO 81506

Website 970-244-3000

Grand Junction Field Office (GJFO). Office Hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m Monday - Friday. Closed on all federal holidays. Bureau of Land Management and McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area....

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Grand Junction KOA

2819 Highway 50
Grand Junction, CO 81503

Website 970-242-2527

This Western Colorado KOA is centrally located between the panoramic views of the red rock structures on the Colorado National Monument and the national forest of world's largest flat top mountain...

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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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Joes Ridge Trail

18 Road Trail System
Fruita, CO 81521

Joe's Ridge Trail is located in Fruita and it belongs to the 18 Rd trail system. Joe's Ridge is appropriate for intermediate and experienced riders alike, taking the user through high hills and...

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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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Loma Boat Launch

13 Road
Fruita, CO 81521

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The Loma Boat Launch provides public access to the Colorado River. Convinetley located right of I-70. Loma Boat Launch is a popular place for rafters, kayackers, paddleboarder, and tubers to enter...

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North Fruita Desert Campground

18 Road Trailhead
Fruita, CO 81521

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The North Fruita Desert campground is equipped with over 100 individual campsites and 8 vault toilets. Reservations are required. This convenient campground provides easy access to mountain biking,...

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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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Junction West RV Park

793 22 Rd.
Grand Junction, CO 81505

Website 970-245-8531

Extra wide pull-through RV sites with full hook-ups & picnic tables. Room for slide-outs & tow vehicles. Friendly staff. New tiny house cabins in 2017. Spotless bathrooms. Private tiled showers....

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River City Sportplex

2515 Riverside Parkway
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-242-7465

All ice sports, including hockey, figure skating, public skating, birthdays, and private events.

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Butterknife Trail

Orchard Mesa
Grand Junction, CO 81503

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Kessels Run Trail

Fruita, CO 81521

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Kessel's run is another great loop with Prime Cut. The ride is mostly fast curving singletrack. Beware the trail can get nasty quickly in wet conditions. Combine these trails to make other loops in...

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Kokopellis Loop Trails Area

Loma Exit
Fruita, CO 81521

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Kokopelli's Trail is a 142 mile multi-use trail that goes from Loma, Colorado to Moab, Utah. The primary use of the trail as a through route is by mountain bikes. Trail surface varies; the trail...

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Highline Lake State Park

1800 11.8 Road
Loma, CO 81524

Website 970-858-7208

An oasis in the desert, Highline Lake is the recreation epicenter for Grand Junction with two lakes, lush grass,...

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Ruby Canyon Cycles

301 Main St.
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-241-0141

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Grand Junction Adventures

1695 Las Colonias Landing
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-433-4760

Grand Junction Adventures is a licensed outfitter. We provide hourly rentals and river rentals & shuttle service for rafts, paddle boards, tubes and duckies. Our most popular day trip is the townie...

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James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park Fruita Section

595 Hwy 340
Fruita, CO 81521

Website 970-858-9188

Visitors enjoy fifty-seven clean and comfortable campsites with outstanding views of the Colorado National Monument and easy access to the One Riverfront trail system, Colorado River and downtown...

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Eagles Wing - Lunch Loop Trail System

Little Park Road
Grand Junction, CO 81507

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Eagle's Wing is one of the most difficult trails in the Lunch Loops Trail System....

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Funshares Sales and Rentals

2583 Hwy. 6 & 50
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-241-0464

We offer guided and unguided tours. Come explore the many amazing locations that we have to offer in this beautiful part of the country. If you want trail riding, we got it. If you want desert...

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