Fun Facts: + There are 1.8 million acres of public land surrounding Grand Junction, much of it open to ATVs and OHVs. + One of the state’s top-rated public golf courses is in Grand Junction. + Grand Junction makes a great central base for hunters, surrounded by thousands of acres teeming with large game. + Seven adventures in one day? No Problem! Grand Day CO — two new videos show how you can plan for an adventurous day unlike any other. Go to GrandDayCO.com for outdoor recreation inspiration. Find an itinerary! located 25-miles up the Colorado River, will definitely get your blood pumping! Discover trails for all experience levels. Water Lovers Fishermen love the 300+ lakes on the Grand Mesa, and Corn Lake is stocked several times a year to keep the fish biting. Bring your SUP, or rent one, to explore our lakes and rivers. If you want rapids to raft, the Westwater Canyon stretch of the Colorado River offers Class III and IV rapids, and the Ruby-Horsethief Canyon section has Class I and II rapids. Be sure to reserve your permits through the Bureau of Land Management or even better — book your trip with one of our experienced rafting companies. Feeling Extreme? Strap on your helmet and head to the many world-class mountain bike regions surrounding Grand Junction. For a challenging ride, look no further than one of our three developed trail systems: Tabeguache/ Lunch Loops, Kokopelli Loops, and 18 Road. Or, try the new trails at the lift-accessible downhill mountain bike park at Powderhorn Mountain Resort. For OHV enthusiasts, Bangs Canyon and Rabbit Valley Recreation Area are don’t-miss areas or, Jet boating, Family Fun In town, the mostly paved One Riverfront Trail meanders along the Colorado River for nearly 36 miles and offers great bird watching, something grandparents and grandkids can enjoy together. Plenty of local shops rent bikes for a family cruise around town, and several rafting outfits can take your whole family on a relaxing float down the Colorado. The Grand Mesa offers many great moderate hikes. Tee off with a background like nowhere else. 7
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