The Top 20 Attractions in Mesa County
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Mesa County. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Mesa County is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 18, 2025
North Fruita Desert Trailhead
Highlight • Parking
North Fruita Desert Trailhead is your gateway to the excellent mountain bike trail network called "18 Road". Just park here, grab your bike and enjoy the flowy trails. There is …
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Independence Monument Overlook
Highlight • Viewpoint
This roadside overlook is a must-stop if riding around the Colorado National Monument. This paved pullout off of Rim Rock Drive offers fantastic views of Independence Monument and the desert …
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Window Rock
Highlight • Natural Monument
Window Rock is a popular hiking destination due to the unique rock formation. You can stand on the top of the rock and enjoy the panoramic views of Grand Junction, Palisade, and the Book Cliffs.
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Colorado National Monument Visitor Center
Highlight • Rest Area
The Colorado National Monument Visitor's Center has a large parking lot, a viewing platform in the rear, and bathrooms with drinking fountains. They sell some snacks/drinks if you are in a jam.
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Coke Ovens Overlook
Highlight • Viewpoint
The Coke Ovens Overlook is a great vantage point for an impressive view of the beehive-shaped rock formations created by erosion. These formations, shaped over millions of years from the …
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Kokopelli's Trailhead
Highlight • Parking
Kokopelli's Trailhead is just four miles west of Fruita. Take the Loma exit (#15) to get here. The parking lot has restrooms, but no water facilities. Most of the loop …
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Tabeguache Trailhead
Highlight • Trail
Lunch Loops is a singletrack trail system just two miles from downtown Grand Junction. This tight web of trail is home to 50 miles of trails – the perfect playground for mountainbikers, jogger und hiker.
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Colorado National Monument - Rim Rock Drive
Highlight (Segment) • Natural Monument
Colorado National Monument is a breathtaking expanse of sheer-walled canyons, towering monoliths, and rugged desert terrain. Established in 1911, it preserves 20,533 acres of the Colorado Plateau, with spectacular rock …
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Serpents Lower Trailhead at Rim Rock Drive
Highlight • Trail
The Serpents Lower Trailhead serves as the starting point for hikes on the Serpents Trail. This trail climbs over 16 switchbacks and was once part of the park road. Today, …
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Brown Cycles Bike Shop
Highlight • Rest Area
Although the dirt jumps are gone (like in the image) Brown Cycles still remains. The shop, owned and operated by Chris Brown, is arguably the best bike shop in Grand …
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