- Skiing -
Grand Junction is located close to great downhill and cross country skiing.
◆ The closest downhill ski area is Powderhorn. Powderhorn is about 45 minutes from the Board & Buckle so you can pick up your rental gear, head off to the slopes, and be back to return your gear, all in one day. Skip straight to their snow report page if you need the latest data.
◆ There are a number of places to cross country ski and snowshoe in the area. One of the best destinations is the Grand Mesa and the Grand Mesa Nordic Council has a wealth of information on their web site. Here is a direct link to their map page of Grand Mesa trails.
Grand Junction is located close to great downhill and cross country skiing.
◆ The closest downhill ski area is Powderhorn. Powderhorn is about 45 minutes from the Board & Buckle so you can pick up your rental gear, head off to the slopes, and be back to return your gear, all in one day. Skip straight to their snow report page if you need the latest data.
◆ There are a number of places to cross country ski and snowshoe in the area. One of the best destinations is the Grand Mesa and the Grand Mesa Nordic Council has a wealth of information on their web site. Here is a direct link to their map page of Grand Mesa trails.
- Mountain Biking -
Grand Junction Colorado is famous for its mountain biking.
◆ Take a look at Trails.com for a number of rides in the area!
◆ MTB Project website and mobile app have maps of the GJ, Fruita, and Delta Area
◆ Colorado Plateau Mountain Bike Trail Association, COPMOBA. View their website, especially the Grand Valley Trails page.
Grand Junction Colorado is famous for its mountain biking.
◆ Take a look at Trails.com for a number of rides in the area!
◆ MTB Project website and mobile app have maps of the GJ, Fruita, and Delta Area
◆ Colorado Plateau Mountain Bike Trail Association, COPMOBA. View their website, especially the Grand Valley Trails page.
- Road Biking -
Here are some favorite rides in the area:
◆ Ride the Colorado National Monument - Rim Rock Drive (33 mi), here is a Map
◆ River Trail - You can see it on Google Maps
◆ Mesa up to Grand Mesa Climb (59 mi) - Map
◆ Little Park Climb (14 mi) - Map
◆ Here is a privately maintained page with Grand Junction Road Cycling Maps
Here are some favorite rides in the area:
◆ Ride the Colorado National Monument - Rim Rock Drive (33 mi), here is a Map
◆ River Trail - You can see it on Google Maps
◆ Mesa up to Grand Mesa Climb (59 mi) - Map
◆ Little Park Climb (14 mi) - Map
◆ Here is a privately maintained page with Grand Junction Road Cycling Maps