TRAILS IF YOU’RE SEEKING … SCENIC CRUISES FOR ROAD BIKING Rim Rock Drive in Colorado National Monument You’ll see every spire, turret and sweeping red-rock canyon of Colorado National Monument on this iconic ride, spanning 23 miles from end to end. Learn more about the Monument on page 10. river trail system where you’ll pass by parks, lakes, wildlife areas, botanical gardens and even a handy bike-repair station. Fruit & Wine Byway Pedal your way or get some assistance with an eBike from Rapid Creek Cycles through Palisade’s famous vineyards, fruit orchards and lavender fields on one of the prettiest road-biking corridors in the country, with three routes ranging from 5 to 25 miles. Colorado Riverfront Trail System A breezy way to explore the area, Grand Junction is the hub of this 24.5-mile paved THE GRAND MESA IF YOU’RE SEEKING … OFF-ROAD ACTION Grand Junction OHV Area Kick up some dust at this sprawling desert wilderness just north of town, featuring single-and double-track trails, thrilling hill climbs and ridge rides that will take your breath away. FROM TOP: VISIT GRAND JUNCTION; ADRENALINE DRIVEN ADVENTURE COMPANY; ROLL MASSIF. Fall-Foliage Hotspots Color your world with these fall-friendly activities. HIKE GRAND MESA GRAND JUNCTION OHV AREA The aspens are so vivid on the world’s largest flat-top mountain that Powderhorn Mountain Resort even hosts a Color Weekend. Bangs Canyon Management Area Stunning plateaus and high-desert canyons make way for wide-open views of Grand Junction and the Grand Mesa at this OHV haven, which is home to numerous ATV trails, thrilling dirtbike single-track and the Billings Canyon 4x4 trail. CELEBRATE ART IN DOWNTOWN GRAND JUNCTION Peruse Main Street to see artists’ interpretation of the area, and take a little of Grand Junction home with you at the Downtown Art Festival. CRUISE RIM ROCK DRIVE Grand Mesa & Uncompahgre National Forests Explore more than 50 designated OHV trails in a range of high-mountain landscapes, from glorious aspen stands to barren slopes that feel like you are on top of the world. Check out page 30 for more OHV dirt. THE TOUR DE VINEYARDS In Colorado National Monument, you’ll discover more shades of red and gold than you knew existed. BIKE THE TOUR DE VINEYARDS Soak up fall color and an occasional glass of Colorado vintage. Conveniently, Colorado Mountain Winefest is held the same weekend. 970.256.4060 | VisitGrandJunction.com | 7
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