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Nature's Trifecta

2 Minute Read Grand Junction is surrounded by majestic beauty that is unique to Colorado and is famous for the one and only, Nature's Trifecta. This natural wonder is a combination of three contrasting and unique geographical landscapes that can't be found anywhere else in the world! They include…

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Enjoy the Sounds of Nature's Symphony

4 Minute Read Many say that nature heals the soul, and waterfalls are proof—gentle, flowing reminders that even in constant motion, there can be peace and beauty. According to “The Owner’s Manual for the Brain: Everyday Applications from Mind-Brain Research” written by Pierce Howard Ph.D., when…

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A Pet-Friendly Weekend Getaway in Grand Junction

3 Minute Read Because life is ruff, your dog deserves a vacation too! With an array of dog-friendly hotels and plentiful outdoor activities, the paws-ibilities are endless for a pet-friendly weekend getaway in Grand Junction. As one of Colorado’s most welcoming destinations for pets, Grand Junction…

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Blossom Season in Grand Junction

3 Minute Read Header photo by: @genuinely.heather Grand Junction Wildflower Hikes The peak season for wildflowers around Grand Junction is earlier than most of Colorado due to temperate winters and no mud season - Spring is literally in bloom by mid-March each year. If you visit the area…

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Why Colorado National Monument is Even More Magical in the Winter

3 Minute Read Although winter in Colorado is a magical time, it can also hinder some of your favorite activities. Sometimes the snow is too deep for hiking, cold temperatures and blistering winter winds can make snowshoeing or cross country skiing a chore, and some of the more well-known trails are…

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Nature's Trifecta: Rattlesnake Arches

5 Minute Read Grand Junction is famous for the one and only, Nature's Trifecta, which is a combination of three contrasting and unique geographical landscapes that can't be found anywhere else in the world! They include Colorado National Monument, known as the mini Grand Canyon; the Grand Mesa, the…

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Nature's Trifecta: Colorado National Monument

3 Minute Read Grand Junction is famous for the one and only, Nature's Trifecta, which is a combination of three contrasting and unique geographical landscapes that can't be found anywhere else in the world! They include Colorado National Monument, known as the mini Grand Canyon; the Grand Mesa, the…

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Best Alpine Lake Hikes in Colorado

5 Minute Read The largest flat-top mountain in the world, the Grand Mesa, offers cool temperatures and striking mountain scenery reflected elegantly in the calm waters of the alpine lakes. Standing at 11,000 feet above sea level, the Grand Mesa National Forest is chock-full of hundreds of hiking…

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Hidden Gems: Miracle Rock and the Potholes

3 Minute Read With over 1.5 million acres of public land in a county bigger than Rhode Island and Delaware combined, it’s no surprise that Grand Junction is an outdoor recreation mecca and dramatically different than any other destination in the world. From Colorado National Monument, which is…

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