The Nordic Council grooms (really!) miles and miles of cross country ski trails, classic and skate - and dogs are allowed on some of them. Totally cool. They deserve a donation or three. As for the summer, great motorcycle ride (bicycle if you're a monster.) Don't think you can do it in a t-shirt. More

Beautiful winding road with lots of places to stop and enjoy the view, late March and still a lot of snow on the top of the mesa, elevation on top is over 10000 feet. wonderful views and wildlife everywhere, go across the mesa you will not be disappointed and its free More

This area is lovely during all seasons, providing recreation in many venues. Wintertime is incredible with extensive free groomed and ungroomed cross country trails. Powderhorn Ski resort is there and frequently has the most powder in the state. There are multitudes of lakes for fishing and the aspen displays are world class. More

The Grand Mesa, world's largest flattop volcano, is the crowing jewel in the landscape of this beautiful valley. I call it "MY" Mesa, but I'm willing to share. More

Great for photos.Beautiful, dogs loved it. Lakes, wildlife awesome. More

This is touted as the largest/highest flat top mesa in the world, but even if there is a little hyperbole in that, it is still a beautiful place for a drive. You will go through several climate zones as you leave the Grand Valley and head into a tundra environment on top. Many activities to do year round, Powderhorn Ski... More

We went here to go ATVing. Had agreat camping spot next to a lake. Riding is fairly limeted due to Forest Service restrictions. Many trails are pretty rocky. Lot's of Mosquitos in July! Many roads are impassable until mid- June. Great snowmobiling in the winter, although sometimes the snow can be almost too deep! Snowmobile out of lodges on the... More

Escape to the Mesa for cool days in the summer. But bring mosquito spray. The wildflowers are beautiful and there is always the chance to see deer, elk, and maybe a moose. The chipmunks are perfect for the little kids to see. Please refrain your dogs from chasing them. More

The Grand Mesa is the largest flat top mountain in the world. It has over 300 stream fed lakes and 400 miles of multi-use trails. The Grand Mesa Byway is a Nationally designated route that takes you over the top and includes a spur trip to the Lands End Observatory. Built by the WPA and CCC. The veiws from this... More