WELCOME Peaches and grapes aren’t the only things that thrive in this climate. Grand Junction is blessed with mild seasonal temperatures year-round, making it the ideal destination for outdoor-adventure enthusiasts. COLORADO’S WINE COUNTRY @GARVEYSGARDENS Explore Colorado’s Wine Country & Booming Craft-Beverage Scene The Grand Junction area is home to the famous Palisade Peach and is the heart of Colorado Wine Country. The Grand Valley American Viticultural Area (AVA) includes 31 wineries and tasting rooms, and is one of only two designated AVAs in Colorado. But there’s more to the craft-beverage scene than award-winning wine. The area also has a bounty of breweries and distilleries, such as the long-loved Rockslide Brewery and family-owned Highlands Craft Distillery, where vodka and gin are created in-house from grain grown as close to Grand Junction as possible. Check out itineraries starting on page 16 and browse winery and tasting room listings on page 46. Accessible Desert MOUNTAIN BIKING FROM TOP: INSTAGRAM/@GARVEYSGARDENS; VISIT GRAND JUNCTION; CASEY DAY. There’s no reason to spend extra hours in the car to join the masses in Utah. Our trail systems are one of our best-kept secrets. Whether you’re looking to ride bikes, gas up your OHV, explore on horseback, discover over 35 arches, or simply don hiking boots, our nearby public lands serve up endless scenic places to explore. If geocaching is your jam, there are 863 geocaches hidden all over Grand Junction. Geocaching involves using GPS devices or smartphones to locate strategically hidden containers with little prizes and logs. Find out how and where to play at Geocaching.com . POWDERHORN MOUNTAIN RESORT Calling all Treasure Seekers For current events, lodging, dining and activities to inspire your next adventure. VisitGrandJunction.com 4 | VISIT GRAND JUNCTION OFFICIAL VISITOR GUIDE
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