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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Colorado West Slope Fly Fishing

Grand Junction
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-778-2906

Colorado West Slope Fly Fishing provides guided fly fishing float trips (out of drift boats or rafts), 'walk/wade' trips along the banks of rivers or shores of lakes, guided ice fishing trips in...

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Corn Lake Trail

South-West part of Grand Junction along the Colorado River
Grand Junction, CO 81501

The Corn Lake Trail is part of the many trails that make up the Colorado Riverfront Trail System. This trail is paved, making it adequate for hikers, bikers, and equestrain use. It takes the user...

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RockyMounts

2898 Riverside Pkwy
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 303-402-0190

RockyMounts specializes in high-quality racks to haul all your bikes, skis, and snowboards.

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Jet Boat Colorado

2237 Roan Creek Rd.
De Beque, CO 81630

Website 970-644-1121

"The most thrilling boat tour on the Colorado River". Adventure and Scenic Jet Boat tours for the whole family. 1/2 mile north of I-70 in Debeque, CO

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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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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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Holy Cross Trail - Lunch Loop Trail System

Monument Road
Grand Junction, CO 81507

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Lunch Loop Bike Park

Monument Road
Grand Junction, CO 81507

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Lunch Loops Trail System is the ultimate biking destination in Grand Junction and a true local's favorite for singletrack....

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Corkscrew Trail

Wildwood Drive
Grand Junction, CO 81507

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Originally built by John Otto in 1909. Follow Liberty Cap Trail to trail junction sign at 1.0 mile (1.6 km). Turn left and hike 0.2 miles (0.3 km) to Corkscrew Trail sign; descend steep "corkscrew"...

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Bicycle Outfitters

537 N. 1st St.
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-245-2699

Bicycle Outfitters Is celebrating their 21st year as a bicycle retailer in Grand Junction, one of the oldest bike shops in the area. We are located in our NEW downtown Grand Junction location, just...

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Watson Island Disc Golf Course

639 Struthers Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Watson Island Disc Golf is located right along the Colorado River near Las Colonias Amphitheater and is free to the public.

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The Bike Shop

950 North Ave.
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-243-0807

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Fruit and Wine Byway

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Palisade, CO 81526

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The Palisade Fruit & Wine Byway, divided into three routes, is a great way to experience the beautiful orchards, lavender gardens, world class vineyards, premium wineries and fresh farm market...

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Lions Loop

Loma Exit #15
Loma, CO 81524

Lion's Loop This trail is nearly eight miles of difficult terreain meant for experienced riders. The ride is mainly downhill and will pass through amazing views of the terrain below. Length: 7.8...

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Mobile City RV Park

2322 Hwy 6 & 50
Grand Junction, CO 81505

Website 970-242-9291

Mobile City has the location! Big rigs! Small rigs! Extra-wide full hook-up sites, propane service, 30/50 AMP, cable TV, WiFi, Laundromat, showers, restrooms, Puppy Park and friendly service, close...

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Unaweep Canyon

Unaweep Canyon
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Unaweep Canyon is just outside of Grand Junction, accessed by Highway 141. Translated, Unaweep Canyon roughly means "the Canyon with Two Mouths," and it is the only canyon in the world to have two...

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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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Coke Ovens Trail

Monument Canyon
Grand Junction, CO 81507

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Trail descends gradually and parallels the hillside to the overlook. Look upon the massive rounded Coke Ovens, an illustration of the effects of time and weather on the Wingate Sandstone....

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Scenic Rim Rock Drive

1750 Rim Rock Drive
Fruita, CO 81521

One of the grandest scenic drives in the American West, the 23-mile Rim Rock Drive offers redrock canyons, crisp blue skies, and glorious views along the way for motorists and bicyclists. The road...

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Ruby Canyon Cycles

301 Main St.
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-241-0141

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Bill Burkes 4-Wheeling America LLC

No Store Front
GRAND JUNCTION, CO 81501

Website 970-858-3468

Bill Burke has been an internationally recognized 4x4 trainer and professional guide for 28+ years. Bill teaches everything you need to know about safe back country driving, and plans and leads...

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No Thoroughfare Canyon

Colorado National Monument
Fruita, CO 81521

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No Thoroughfare Canyon Trail runs along the south side of the Colorado National Monument and is a difficult hike. Caves, rock formations, streams, waterfalls and water pools make this trail very...

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Grand Mesa Scenic and Historic Byway Association

P.O. Box 122
Cedaredge, CO 81413

Website 970-856-3100

"Breathtaking scenes overlooking endless forests, and over 300 lakes!" is the easiest way to describe the 63 miles of the Grand Mesa Scenic Byway, which takes you 6,000 ft. skyward into a magical...

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REI

925 Independent Ave.
Grand Junction, CO 81505

Website 970-254-8970

Mountain bike rentals, stand up paddle board rentals, and snow shoe rentals.

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