WATER ACTIVITIES Grand Junction’s hundreds of lakes and miles of rivers are perfect for a bounty of aquatic pursuits. In fact, the area is a watersports haven for whitewater rafting, stand-up paddleboarding, floating, fishing and much more. GRAND JUNCTION’S WATERS GRAND MESA NATIONAL FOREST The Grand Mesa is the largest flat-top wmountain in the world, boasting more than 300 lakes and 3,600 miles of tributaries overflowing with fantastic trout fishing and water sports. Try Bull Creek Reservoirs (#1 and #2), which offer opportunities to catch rainbow, cutthroat and brown trout. If you enjoy motoring across smooth-as-glass water, check out Sunset, Griffith or Glacier lakes. But if you want to explore in a canoe or kayak, visit Forty Acre Lake, Kitson Reservoir or Rimrock Lake, where the paddling is pristine since motorized boats are prohibited. Float, Raft & Splash: COLORADO RIVER JET BOATING For the thrill of your life, book a New Zealand-style jet boat tour on the Colorado River with Jet Boat Colorado. You’ll fishtail, speed run and power slide your way to a pure adrenaline rush while a knowledgeable guide takes your family on a tour of the waterway on their custom jet boat Wild Mustang . Experience the famous wet-and-wild “Cowboy Spin,” but if you’re not up for getting drenched, opt for a scenic tour and enjoy a milder (and drier) ride. Book early — summer tours get snatched up fast! Find more splash-worthy adventures at VisitGrandJunction.com/WaterActivities JAMES M. ROBB COLORADO RIVER STATE PARK This 35-mile park stretches like a strand of pearls, with each section specifically designed to cater to distinct interests. Stop first at Island Acres, best if you’re traveling west on I-70. Take a swim in the lake amid the area’s distinct landscape of ribbed plateaus. This area is also home to Colorado’s Wine Country, and Palisade Cycle & Shuttle, offering relaxing ways to soak in views of the growing region. If you’re looking for a river launch, the best location is Connected Lakes. It’s an idyllic spot for boats and rafts and offers a pier for those looking to do a little warm-water fishing. JET BOAT COLORADO 22 | VISIT GRAND JUNCTION OFFICIAL VISITOR GUIDE THIS PAGE: JET BOAT COLORADO/BARTON GLASSERI.
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