LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

The Children's Nature Center

The Children’s Nature Center in Fruita is now open. Its staff is so happy to share this opportunity to learn and grow, with the valley and visitors to the area.

The collection of creatures is growing with a variety of reptiles already displayed.

A tree of learning funded by Moon Farm attracts many an inquiring eye as kids can actually visualize the life stages of a butterfly, a bee and more.

Colorado National Monument

Famous for its spectacular buttes and spires, Colorado National Monument offers plenty of outdoor activities. Drive or bicycle the 23-mile Rim Rock Drive and take in the views. Enjoy more than a dozen easy-to-challenging hiking trails, world-class mountain biking or rock climbing. Be sure to stop by the Visitor Center to learn all about the park’s interesting geology.

Adobe Creek National Golf Course

Nestled against the backdrop of the scenic Colorado National Monument, Adobe Creek National Golf Course offers 27 holes on three separate nine hole courses – The Mesa, The Monument, and The Desert. Adobe Creek National welcomes golf outings and tournaments of any size all while letting the public play year round, weather permitting. Just a mile away from us.

Dinosaur Journey Museum

North America’s largest dinosaurs once roamed this land, leaving treasures that are still being discovered. At Dinosaur Journey Museum, you’ll see real fossils, cast skeletons and robotic reconstructions of dinosaurs. There’s a sandbox for making your own dinosaur tracks and a “quarry site” where kids can uncover actual Jurassic dinosaur bones. Within walking distance of Monument RV Resort, this is a favorite with many families.

Grand Junction

Although Grand Junction is the regional hub for Western Colorado and Eastern Utah, its small town character has been carefully preserved. Walk through the historic downtown and visit one of the many unique shops and restaurants. Take in a concert or visit one of its museums, including The Museum of Western Colorado. Summer celebrations include the Country Jam USA Music Festival and Dinosaur Days.

Fruita

Fruita’scharming “hometown” character is sure to captivate you. Walk through the historic downtown or take a self-guided tour of dinosaur excavations at Riggs Hill. Shop at the weekly farmers market and enjoy the produce this area is so famous for, from sweet corn to peaches. Come during one of our many festivals for an especially lively time. 

INTERESTS

Drive the Unaweep/Tabeguache Scenic and Historic Byway

Take a step into the past by driving over wind-swept mesas and through dramatic river canyons, past historic gold mining sites and cattle ranches. See the world-famous hanging flume and stop at the unique, small towns along the way. Take a side trip on a rugged jeep trail for even more adventure. Length: 133 miles, Driving time: 3 hours.

Grand Mesa

Grand Mesa is the largest flat-topped mountain in the world. It is covered in pines and stands of aspen that are brilliant in the Fall. At 10,000 feet, Grand Mesa is a year-round haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with boating or fishing on over 300 pristine lakes, horseback riding and hiking. 

River Rafting

The Colorado River, Green, Dolores, Gunnison and Yampa – take your pick. From extreme whitewater to gentle floats. Whatever matches your sense of adventure, you can find it here. And, the scenery can’t be beat. Several local companies offer guided or self-guided river trips.

SEASONAL EVENTS

Mike the Headless Chicken Festival

June

Celebrate the Annual Mike the Headless Chicken Festival in May, in Fruita, Colorado. This festival is dedicated to the amazing story of one chicken’s will to live. Events such as a 5k run, disc golf tournament, wing and peep eating contests, live music, delicious food and artisan booths make this a weekend to remember. 

Country Jam

June

Three days of performances by country music’s biggest stars in Grand Junction, Colorado.

A Western Colorado tradition. 125,000 country music fans enjoying the heat, the sounds and each other. It’s all part of Country Jam USA in Grand Junction.

Rimrock Rodeo

June-August

Tuesdays all summer from June – Aug and the Grand Finale will be Sep. | $10 per person, Ages 10 and under are free. | The evening kicks off with Slack at 4:30 then Mutton Bustin’ at 7:00 PM and the Grand March starts at 7:30 PM.

Palisade Peach Festival

August

Admission includes access to our vendors, live music and entertainment on the Peach Jam stage. Included are the FREE children’s activities at Jake’s Jungle, a Pitch a Pit game, Peach Cuisine demonstrations, Peach Pit Bar, the now famous bag jump, children’s rides $$ and of course live entertainment by the wonderful bands being booked for Peach Jam. 

Fruita Fall Festival

september

One of Colorado’s longest running Festivals. For over 100 years this festival has kept attendees happy with good music, great food and interesting artisans. A 3-day event designed for people of all ages. Rides, a Saturday parade and over 150 booths/vendors. 

Colorado Mountain Winefest

september

The Colorado River, Green, Dolores, Gunnison and Yampa – take your pick. From extreme whitewater to gentle floats. Whatever matches your sense of adventure, you can find it here. And, the scenery can’t be beat. Several local companies offer guided or self-guided river trips.