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Backpack along the Gunnison River in the Dominguez-Escalante NCA
Mesa County, Colorado
5.0
3.4 mi
If you're looking to take your first backpacking adventure, but want something that is manageable yet thrilling, this is what you're looking for. Located along the Gunnison River in Western Colorado, the Dominguez-Escalante National Conservation area is easy to access yet full of adventure and beauty.
From Grand Junction, take a drive south down Highway 50 for about 30 miles, until you come to ...
Big Dominguez Canyon
Mesa County, Colorado
12.1 mi
/ 1266 ft gain
Big Dominguez Canyon is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Whitewater, Colorado.
Bean Ranch
Mesa County, Colorado
16.51 mi
/ 2270 ft gain
Bean Ranch is a loop trail located near Whitewater, Colorado.
Turkey Flats Loop Trail
Glade Park, Colorado
10.42 mi
/ 1407 ft gain
Turkey Flats Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Grand Junction, Colorado.
Gunnison Bluffs via Old Spanish Trail
Grand Junction, Colorado
4.31 mi
/ 377 ft gain
Gunnison Bluffs via Old Spanish Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Whitewater, Colorado.
Mica Mines Trail
Grand Junction, Colorado
2.67 mi
/ 584 ft gain
Mica Mines Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Grand Junction, Colorado.
Confluence Lake Loop
Delta, Colorado
2.38 mi
/ 39 ft gain
Confluence Lake Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Delta, Colorado.
Indian Point Trail via Spring Camp Trail
Mesa County, Colorado
14.85 mi
/ 4160 ft gain
Indian Point Trail via Spring Camp Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near La Veta, Colorado.
Kannah Creek
Mesa County, Colorado
16.81 mi
/ 4236 ft gain
Kannah Creek is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Fruita, Colorado.
Places to stay
Mesa County, Colorado
Oak Cabin
Overview
Oak Cabin attracts outdoor enthusiasts ranging from mountain bikers to hunters to those who love riding off-road. The somewhat r...
Mesa County, Colorado
Aspen Leaf
Overview
Aspen Leaf is one of three cabins at the Cold Springs Work Center that welcomes guests with its homey vibe and remote mountain s...
Grand Junction, Colorado
Saddlehorn Campground
Overview
Saddlehorn Campground is located within Colorado National Monument which preserves one of the grand landscapes of the American W...
Mesa, Colorado
Moose Manor
Overview
Moose Manor at Mesa Lakes Recreation Area offers guests the opportunity to stay overnight in a traditional Forest Service ranger...
Mesa County, Colorado
Jumbo Campground
Overview
Jumbo Campground is located on the northern slope of Colorado's Grand Mesa, in the Mesa Lakes area, which is home to over 300 la...
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