Niki’s Tiny House Guidebook
City/town information
Hotchkiss is a quiet, quaint little town full of farmers, ranchers, tradespeople, and still a few coal miners. There are a handful of restaurants, quirky stores like the Creamery Arts Center, Cowboy Collectibles, and the Wills Gallery and Used Books Store. On the outskirts of town are numerous farms, many of which practice organic standards, wineries, and ranches. To learn more about the town's interesting history, check out the Museum open Saturday from 1-4pm.
https://www.deltacountycolorado.com/stay/towns/hotchkiss/
Hotchkiss
Hotchkiss is a quiet, quaint little town full of farmers, ranchers, tradespeople, and still a few coal miners. There are a handful of restaurants, quirky stores like the Creamery Arts Center, Cowboy Collectibles, and the Wills Gallery and Used Books Store. On the outskirts of town are numerous farms, many of which practice organic standards, wineries, and ranches. To learn more about the town's interesting history, check out the Museum open Saturday from 1-4pm.
https://www.deltacountycolorado.com/stay/towns/hotchkiss/
Paonia is an eclectic, happening little town tucked back into the base of the West Elk Mountains. It has a community-owned theater called The Paradise, several art galleries and boutiques, and a good selection of restaurants and bars/pubs/tasting rooms. In the summer time, there is always something fun going on, from Harvest Fest and Cherry Days Festivals, to the weekly free concerts in the park by Pickin Productions. The valley boasts the largest concentration of organic farms in Colorado, many of which surround Paonia. There are numerous wineries, as well, and a goat creamery called Western Culture where you can buy some delicious cheese to go with your wine.
http://paoniachamber.com/
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Paonia
Paonia is an eclectic, happening little town tucked back into the base of the West Elk Mountains. It has a community-owned theater called The Paradise, several art galleries and boutiques, and a good selection of restaurants and bars/pubs/tasting rooms. In the summer time, there is always something fun going on, from Harvest Fest and Cherry Days Festivals, to the weekly free concerts in the park by Pickin Productions. The valley boasts the largest concentration of organic farms in Colorado, many of which surround Paonia. There are numerous wineries, as well, and a goat creamery called Western Culture where you can buy some delicious cheese to go with your wine.
http://paoniachamber.com/
Cedaredge is a unique pioneer town, and gateway to the Grand Mesa. There's a few nice restaurants here, boutiques and shops, equipment rentals, the museum and pioneer town, and the apple shed! Visit the chamber of commerce webpage for more information.
https://www.cedaredgechamber.com/attractions/grand-mesa
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Cedaredge
Cedaredge is a unique pioneer town, and gateway to the Grand Mesa. There's a few nice restaurants here, boutiques and shops, equipment rentals, the museum and pioneer town, and the apple shed! Visit the chamber of commerce webpage for more information.
https://www.cedaredgechamber.com/attractions/grand-mesa
Nicknamed the Switzerland of America, this quaint town nestled in a slot canyon serves as base camp for all kinds of year-round adventures. Whether it be rock climbing or ice climbing, summitting Sneffels (the nearest 14er), going cross country skiing or hiking some challenging yet rewarding trails, or just enjoying the sights and strolling through town, Ouray is sure to amaze.
Check out their website for more information: https://www.ouraycolorado.com/directory/outdoor-activities
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Ouray
Nicknamed the Switzerland of America, this quaint town nestled in a slot canyon serves as base camp for all kinds of year-round adventures. Whether it be rock climbing or ice climbing, summitting Sneffels (the nearest 14er), going cross country skiing or hiking some challenging yet rewarding trails, or just enjoying the sights and strolling through town, Ouray is sure to amaze.
Check out their website for more information: https://www.ouraycolorado.com/directory/outdoor-activities
The nearest "big city" to us, Montrose is a great place to stock up on groceries and supplies. They also have quite a few fun day activities, such as the Ute Museum, the Water Sports Park, the South Rim of the Black Canyon, and several good restaurants and breweries. Some of our favorites are Horsefly brewing, Colorado Boy pizza/brewery, and the Nepalese restaurant Pun Hill.
View their website for more info: https://www.visitmontrose.com/
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Montrose
The nearest "big city" to us, Montrose is a great place to stock up on groceries and supplies. They also have quite a few fun day activities, such as the Ute Museum, the Water Sports Park, the South Rim of the Black Canyon, and several good restaurants and breweries. Some of our favorites are Horsefly brewing, Colorado Boy pizza/brewery, and the Nepalese restaurant Pun Hill.
View their website for more info: https://www.visitmontrose.com/
Grand Junction is not only the main big city on the West Slope, but it is a base camp for many adventures. There is mountain biking in Fruita, climbing, hiking and sightseeing in the Colorado National Monument, rafting on the Colorado River, and lots more.
Visit their website for more info: https://www.visitgrandjunction.com/things-to-do
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Grand Junction
Grand Junction is not only the main big city on the West Slope, but it is a base camp for many adventures. There is mountain biking in Fruita, climbing, hiking and sightseeing in the Colorado National Monument, rafting on the Colorado River, and lots more.
Visit their website for more info: https://www.visitgrandjunction.com/things-to-do
Marble is a historic mining town and still is home to an operating Marble mine. The roads are lined with hunks of discarded marble, and skillfully-crafted statues created by local artists. There isn't much in the way of amenities but what it lacks there, it makes up for in gorgeous views and potential for adventure. A popular activity here is Jeep tours. I would recommend avoiding Marble on the weekends through the summer, as it can get very crowded on it's two roads in and out. The shoulder seasons are the best time to go: May-early June, and September-October. Bring a mountain bike or a 4x4 high clearance vehicle to get up into the high country and visit the historic little town of Crystal. And don't forget to eat at Slow Groovin' BBQ!
Visit their website for more information: http://marbletourismassociation.org/mta-wp/
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Marble
Marble is a historic mining town and still is home to an operating Marble mine. The roads are lined with hunks of discarded marble, and skillfully-crafted statues created by local artists. There isn't much in the way of amenities but what it lacks there, it makes up for in gorgeous views and potential for adventure. A popular activity here is Jeep tours. I would recommend avoiding Marble on the weekends through the summer, as it can get very crowded on it's two roads in and out. The shoulder seasons are the best time to go: May-early June, and September-October. Bring a mountain bike or a 4x4 high clearance vehicle to get up into the high country and visit the historic little town of Crystal. And don't forget to eat at Slow Groovin' BBQ!
Visit their website for more information: http://marbletourismassociation.org/mta-wp/
Food scene
OMG, seriously the best cheese ever. I love this place! And, if you love animals, ask Dave and Sueann to meet the goats!
https://westernculturefarmstead.com/
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Western Culture
39883 Mathews LnOMG, seriously the best cheese ever. I love this place! And, if you love animals, ask Dave and Sueann to meet the goats!
https://westernculturefarmstead.com/
Our local Hotchkiss burger joint. They serve burgers made with beef from cows raised in the North Fork Valley, Homestead Beef. The curly fries are my favorite here.
(970) 872-2173
133 BRGR
325 CO-133Our local Hotchkiss burger joint. They serve burgers made with beef from cows raised in the North Fork Valley, Homestead Beef. The curly fries are my favorite here.
(970) 872-2173
Best BBQ around, hands down! And great drinks, too. If you find yourself driving past the little mining town of Marble on Highway 133, do yourself a favor and take this 12 mile detour. You won't regret it. Closed November 1 through April 31.
https://www.slowgroovinbbq.com/
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Slow Groovin BBQ
101 W 1st StBest BBQ around, hands down! And great drinks, too. If you find yourself driving past the little mining town of Marble on Highway 133, do yourself a favor and take this 12 mile detour. You won't regret it. Closed November 1 through April 31.
https://www.slowgroovinbbq.com/
Like bread, brioche, and bagels? Check this place out! Chris really cares about his bread! He selects only the finest flours to make his products, and makes everything right here at the Bread Works. Great place for lunch! The pizzas are to die for.
https://www.paoniabreadworks.com/
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Paonia Bread Works
530 Grand AveLike bread, brioche, and bagels? Check this place out! Chris really cares about his bread! He selects only the finest flours to make his products, and makes everything right here at the Bread Works. Great place for lunch! The pizzas are to die for.
https://www.paoniabreadworks.com/
Root and Vine is right on Hwy 133, so super convenient if you're headed out on an adventure. They have FABULOUS, locally-roasted coffee, and a great selection of foods for breakfast. While you're there, you can grab some of whatever local products are in season.
https://rootandvinemarket.com/
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Root and Vine Market
40823 CO-133Root and Vine is right on Hwy 133, so super convenient if you're headed out on an adventure. They have FABULOUS, locally-roasted coffee, and a great selection of foods for breakfast. While you're there, you can grab some of whatever local products are in season.
https://rootandvinemarket.com/
If you want to buy bulk quantities of local fruit, this is the place to go. Park around back and go in the back door for retail service. Only open in the late summer through fall.
http://rogersmesafruit.com/
Rogers Mesa Fruit Co
9981 3100 RdIf you want to buy bulk quantities of local fruit, this is the place to go. Park around back and go in the back door for retail service. Only open in the late summer through fall.
http://rogersmesafruit.com/
Berg Harvest has a retail market for their locally-grown fruit, as well as a kitchen serving up scrumptious meals. They also have a lot of souvenirs and local art/crafts for sale.
https://www.bergharvest.com/
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Berg Harvest Mercantile and Cafe
73 Samuel Wade RdBerg Harvest has a retail market for their locally-grown fruit, as well as a kitchen serving up scrumptious meals. They also have a lot of souvenirs and local art/crafts for sale.
https://www.bergharvest.com/
Zack's BBQ has delicious smoked meats raised in the NFV and smoked in house.
http://www.zacksbbq.net/menu.html
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Zack's BBQ
721 E Bridge StZack's BBQ has delicious smoked meats raised in the NFV and smoked in house.
http://www.zacksbbq.net/menu.html
This place has surprisingly good food and is just down the street, if you're in need of a quick bite to eat at an odd hour. And the owners/staff are super friendly, too.
(970) 872-4816
It's also a good place to fill propane tanks and gas up your vehicle.
ROGERS MESA STORE
32345 Colorado 92This place has surprisingly good food and is just down the street, if you're in need of a quick bite to eat at an odd hour. And the owners/staff are super friendly, too.
(970) 872-4816
It's also a good place to fill propane tanks and gas up your vehicle.
This is a great spot to stop for dine-in or carry-out on your way back to the tiny house from an adventure on Grand Mesa! High-end diner food to warm the soul.
https://www.lostmesagrill.com/
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Lost Mesa Grill
130 W Main StThis is a great spot to stop for dine-in or carry-out on your way back to the tiny house from an adventure on Grand Mesa! High-end diner food to warm the soul.
https://www.lostmesagrill.com/
Classic Mexican food. We think this is the best Mexican restaurant in the area. The cabbage slaw is great here, it's clean, and the staff is friendly. They make a great margarita, too!
https://tapatiorestaurants.com/
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El Tapatio | Mexican Restaurant
353 Main StClassic Mexican food. We think this is the best Mexican restaurant in the area. The cabbage slaw is great here, it's clean, and the staff is friendly. They make a great margarita, too!
https://tapatiorestaurants.com/
House of Chin
820 Colorado 92This is the best Chinese/Asian restaurant in the area.
(970) 874-4884
Looking for someplace nice to celebrate a birthday or other occasion? Ted's is the place to go. Located in Montrose, Ted's Steakhouse is the best in the area at what they do: Steak! Don't order the pasta, or the ribs. Get a steak, some loaded mashed potatoes, your favorite cocktail, and enjoy! Reservations recommended.
http://montrosesteakhouse.com/
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Ted Nelson's Steakhouse
103 Rose LnLooking for someplace nice to celebrate a birthday or other occasion? Ted's is the place to go. Located in Montrose, Ted's Steakhouse is the best in the area at what they do: Steak! Don't order the pasta, or the ribs. Get a steak, some loaded mashed potatoes, your favorite cocktail, and enjoy! Reservations recommended.
http://montrosesteakhouse.com/
This coffee shop has the best drinks in town, as well as a little gift shop with all sorts of local arts and crafts, souvenirs, and artisan food stuffs. Great place to stop in town for breakfast or your morning caffeine fix.
Two Four Six Coffee
246 East Bridge StreetThis coffee shop has the best drinks in town, as well as a little gift shop with all sorts of local arts and crafts, souvenirs, and artisan food stuffs. Great place to stop in town for breakfast or your morning caffeine fix.
This place is new but their pizza is seriously good! They've got a gluten-free crust, too! 97O 872 8O8O to call in for carry-out. No delivery available.
Reeser Str. 106, 46446 Emmerich am Rhein, Германия
This place is new but their pizza is seriously good! They've got a gluten-free crust, too! 97O 872 8O8O to call in for carry-out. No delivery available.
Sightseeing
The Black Canyon is spectacular. There really aren't words to describe it. It is the deepest canyon compared to it's width in the Northern Hemisphere, sometimes dropping over 2000' nearly straight down from the rim. The North Rim is a nice place to visit because it isn't as crowded as the South Rim. There is a scenic drive with several points where you can stop and walk to the rim and enjoy the vastness. In the summer, you can book a boat tour down in the canyon at Morrow Point. It's a bit of a hike to get to but very much worth it.
https://www.nps.gov/blca/planyourvisit/northrim.htm
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Национальный парк Черный каньон Ганнисона
The Black Canyon is spectacular. There really aren't words to describe it. It is the deepest canyon compared to it's width in the Northern Hemisphere, sometimes dropping over 2000' nearly straight down from the rim. The North Rim is a nice place to visit because it isn't as crowded as the South Rim. There is a scenic drive with several points where you can stop and walk to the rim and enjoy the vastness. In the summer, you can book a boat tour down in the canyon at Morrow Point. It's a bit of a hike to get to but very much worth it.
https://www.nps.gov/blca/planyourvisit/northrim.htm
This is a reservoir built to irrigate the fertile North Fork Valley. It has a visitor's center, and 5 entrances with access to the lake. Two of the entrances have boat ramps, one has a swimming area and beach, and all 5 allow fishing and launching of non-motorized craft like SUP boards and kayaks. There's a campground equipped with hookups, as well. It can be a refreshing place to go when it gets scorching hot out.
https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/Crawford
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Государственный парк Кроуфорд
40468 CO-92This is a reservoir built to irrigate the fertile North Fork Valley. It has a visitor's center, and 5 entrances with access to the lake. Two of the entrances have boat ramps, one has a swimming area and beach, and all 5 allow fishing and launching of non-motorized craft like SUP boards and kayaks. There's a campground equipped with hookups, as well. It can be a refreshing place to go when it gets scorching hot out.
https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/Crawford
Grand Mesa is North America's largest flat-top mountain. It's worth it to go up there even for just a scenic drive. But there are numerous trailheads along the highway to get out, stretch your legs, and get into the woods. There are also hundreds of lakes that are great for trout fishing. In the winter time, it's a good place to go snowshoeing or cross country skiing. In the fall, the changing leaves are magnificent up there. For a quick, easy, accessible hike with great views, try Land of Lakes trail. For something more difficult and lengthy, look for Crag Crest trail. There are dozens of great trails up there for, both, winter and summer use.
https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/colorado/grand-mesa-national-forest
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Grand Mesa
Grand Mesa is North America's largest flat-top mountain. It's worth it to go up there even for just a scenic drive. But there are numerous trailheads along the highway to get out, stretch your legs, and get into the woods. There are also hundreds of lakes that are great for trout fishing. In the winter time, it's a good place to go snowshoeing or cross country skiing. In the fall, the changing leaves are magnificent up there. For a quick, easy, accessible hike with great views, try Land of Lakes trail. For something more difficult and lengthy, look for Crag Crest trail. There are dozens of great trails up there for, both, winter and summer use.
https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/colorado/grand-mesa-national-forest
Kebler Pass Road is closed for the winter season and will re-open in May, or when the slow melts.
Pretty much anywhere you go along Kebler Pass road is going to be gorgeous. Half way to Crested Butte, Lost Lake is a popular spot for camping, fishing, hiking, horsebackriding, and SUP boarding/kayaking.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/three-lakes-trail
Lost Lake
Kebler Pass Road is closed for the winter season and will re-open in May, or when the slow melts.
Pretty much anywhere you go along Kebler Pass road is going to be gorgeous. Half way to Crested Butte, Lost Lake is a popular spot for camping, fishing, hiking, horsebackriding, and SUP boarding/kayaking.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/three-lakes-trail
Our local mountain, towering over the valley. It's a fun, challenging summer hike that rewards you at the peak with a great view of nearly all of southwest colorado! It can be hard to find the trail at some parts of this hike, so it's best to have a GPS (and know how to use it!) or have a local guide you. If you hike in summer, bring a gallon of water for each person. Seriously, you'll thank me.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/mount-lamborn-trail
Mount Lamborn
Our local mountain, towering over the valley. It's a fun, challenging summer hike that rewards you at the peak with a great view of nearly all of southwest colorado! It can be hard to find the trail at some parts of this hike, so it's best to have a GPS (and know how to use it!) or have a local guide you. If you hike in summer, bring a gallon of water for each person. Seriously, you'll thank me.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/mount-lamborn-trail
Another classic local hike, Needle rock is an iconic lacolith towering over the valley. It's short, but steep!
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/needlerock-trail
Needle Rock Trailhead
43683 Needle Rock RdAnother classic local hike, Needle rock is an iconic lacolith towering over the valley. It's short, but steep!
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/needlerock-trail
Wineries
I think this is the best winery in the valley. The Gewürztraminer is phenomenal, but I'm sure you'll really enjoy them all. They don't make a bad wine.
https://www.stonecottagecellars.com/
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Stone Cottage Cellars
41716 Reds RdI think this is the best winery in the valley. The Gewürztraminer is phenomenal, but I'm sure you'll really enjoy them all. They don't make a bad wine.
https://www.stonecottagecellars.com/
Delicious Orchards is an experience. From picking your own fruit in the orchards, to mowing down on some bomb bbq, to tasting a flight of their hard ciders, to swinging on the tree swings, to watching a band on stage, there's always something going on and it's always a good time.
Closed Nov through May
website: bigbs dot com
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Big B's Delicious Orchards U-pick, Cafe & Tasting Room
39126 CO-133Delicious Orchards is an experience. From picking your own fruit in the orchards, to mowing down on some bomb bbq, to tasting a flight of their hard ciders, to swinging on the tree swings, to watching a band on stage, there's always something going on and it's always a good time.
Closed Nov through May
website: bigbs dot com
Shawn makes the best beer around, and it's served right in the brewery, so you can tour the place and ask questions while you enjoy your brew. Friendly staff, chill vibe, I highly recommend it if you like good beer.
https://chrysalisbeer.com/
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Chrysalis Barrel Aged Beer
201a 1st StShawn makes the best beer around, and it's served right in the brewery, so you can tour the place and ask questions while you enjoy your brew. Friendly staff, chill vibe, I highly recommend it if you like good beer.
https://chrysalisbeer.com/
Some really fabulous wine, but difficult to catch them open for a tasting. Definitely call in advance.
https://alfredeamescellars.com/
Alfred Eames Cellars
11931 4050 RoadSome really fabulous wine, but difficult to catch them open for a tasting. Definitely call in advance.
https://alfredeamescellars.com/
A wide selection of wines in their tasting room, as well as produce and value-added products for sale. Black Bridge is one of those North Fork Valley experiences. Bring a sack lunch or picnic and enjoy it riverside. They sometimes have music and events here, too. Check their website for more info.
https://orchardvalleyfarms.com/
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Black Bridge Winery
15836 Black Bridge RdA wide selection of wines in their tasting room, as well as produce and value-added products for sale. Black Bridge is one of those North Fork Valley experiences. Bring a sack lunch or picnic and enjoy it riverside. They sometimes have music and events here, too. Check their website for more info.
https://orchardvalleyfarms.com/
Local cidery located in Cedaredge, Colorado. IMO, it's the best cider around!
https://snowcappedcider.com/
Snow Capped Cider
Local cidery located in Cedaredge, Colorado. IMO, it's the best cider around!
https://snowcappedcider.com/
Paonia's local brewery. Visit their tasting room to enjoy a pint or two and meet some locals.
Check them out on facebook for more info: https://www.facebook.com/PaoniaUnitedBrew/
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Paonia United Brewing Company
201A Grand AvePaonia's local brewery. Visit their tasting room to enjoy a pint or two and meet some locals.
Check them out on facebook for more info: https://www.facebook.com/PaoniaUnitedBrew/
Services
Here for adventure? Did you know that Paonia has some epic mountain biking trails literally just outside of town? If something happens to your bike while you're here, SK bikes is the place to go for fast, friendly repair. He also has maps and information about our local trails.
https://skbikescolorado.com/
Shish Kabikes
208 Main StreetHere for adventure? Did you know that Paonia has some epic mountain biking trails literally just outside of town? If something happens to your bike while you're here, SK bikes is the place to go for fast, friendly repair. He also has maps and information about our local trails.
https://skbikescolorado.com/
When I travel, I always want to know where the library is. If I ever need copies made, something faxed, internet access, etc, libraries are there to help. Unfortunately, COVID has caused our libraries to drastically reduce their hours :(
https://deltalibraries.org/hotchkiss/
Hotchkiss Public Library
149 East Main StreetWhen I travel, I always want to know where the library is. If I ever need copies made, something faxed, internet access, etc, libraries are there to help. Unfortunately, COVID has caused our libraries to drastically reduce their hours :(
https://deltalibraries.org/hotchkiss/
Only open from May through September, this is where you'll go to rent kayaks or SUP boards, or book a rafting trip down one of our beautiful rivers. Friendly folks providing a great service.
https://www.westernslopesup.com/
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Western Slope SUP
185 W Bridge StOnly open from May through September, this is where you'll go to rent kayaks or SUP boards, or book a rafting trip down one of our beautiful rivers. Friendly folks providing a great service.
https://www.westernslopesup.com/
Super friendly, skilled folks who offer excellent backcountry experiences hunting, horseback riding, or pack trips.
http://elkbasinoutfitters.com/about/
Elk Basin Outfitters
1495 Lakeview RoadSuper friendly, skilled folks who offer excellent backcountry experiences hunting, horseback riding, or pack trips.
http://elkbasinoutfitters.com/about/
Give them a call to reserve some skis or SUP boards, visit them to get equipment and licenses for fishing, or pick up that crucial piece of gear you left at home.
https://www.grandmesaoutdoor.com/
Grand Mesa Outdoors
110 W Main StGive them a call to reserve some skis or SUP boards, visit them to get equipment and licenses for fishing, or pick up that crucial piece of gear you left at home.
https://www.grandmesaoutdoor.com/
Rent outdoor equipment, get information, or hire a guide in Ouray.
https://mtnguide.net/ouray-ice-climbing/
San Juan Mountain Guides LLC
710 Main StRent outdoor equipment, get information, or hire a guide in Ouray.
https://mtnguide.net/ouray-ice-climbing/
The local laundrymat is about 8 minutes from the Tiny House, just around the corner from City Market grocery store. It was recently renovated and the staff are friendly and helpful.
Northfork Ultramat
110 S 7th StThe local laundrymat is about 8 minutes from the Tiny House, just around the corner from City Market grocery store. It was recently renovated and the staff are friendly and helpful.
If you're interested in a fishing, boating, or hunting adventure, these are your guys. Experience gold medal trout fishing on the Gunnision River, or try your hand at hunting waterfowl, chukars, pheasant, or grouse. You can even do both! Check out their website for more information. https://gunnisonriverexpeditions.com
Gunnison River Expeditions/ North Rim Hunt Club
8949 Pleasure Park RdIf you're interested in a fishing, boating, or hunting adventure, these are your guys. Experience gold medal trout fishing on the Gunnision River, or try your hand at hunting waterfowl, chukars, pheasant, or grouse. You can even do both! Check out their website for more information. https://gunnisonriverexpeditions.com
Hiking
Coming at the Gunnison Gorge from the Uncompahgre River (Montrose) side is a great place to go as the temperatures drop but the winter moisture hasn't made things muddy yet. It's really hot in the summers out here. You'll need high clearance 4x4 to get to many of the trailheads. And some of the trails require a bit of technical maneuvering that might make them less than ideal for children or dogs. Make sure to get good info and maps before heading out. It takes a full day to get down to the river and back. There is great fishing at the river and some people like to spike a camp down there for a night.
Checkout All Trails for more information; https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/colorado/gunnison-gorge-wilderness
Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area
2465 S Townsend AveComing at the Gunnison Gorge from the Uncompahgre River (Montrose) side is a great place to go as the temperatures drop but the winter moisture hasn't made things muddy yet. It's really hot in the summers out here. You'll need high clearance 4x4 to get to many of the trailheads. And some of the trails require a bit of technical maneuvering that might make them less than ideal for children or dogs. Make sure to get good info and maps before heading out. It takes a full day to get down to the river and back. There is great fishing at the river and some people like to spike a camp down there for a night.
Checkout All Trails for more information; https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/colorado/gunnison-gorge-wilderness
Other activities
This is our favorite hot spring in the area. It is clothing optional and offers massage (book a few days in advance), a steam sauna, and several pools of varying temperatures. It is beautifully landscaped and incredibly relaxing.
https://orvishotsprings.com/
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Orvis Hot Springs
1585 County RdThis is our favorite hot spring in the area. It is clothing optional and offers massage (book a few days in advance), a steam sauna, and several pools of varying temperatures. It is beautifully landscaped and incredibly relaxing.
https://orvishotsprings.com/
A free, managed ice park in the beautiful slot canyon town of Ouray. You can rent equipment at Ouray Mountain Sports in town, and then have a bite to eat at one of the restaurants when you're done. If you want to complete the Ouray experience, soak at one of the hot springs before heading "home" for the night.
https://ourayicepark.com/
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Ouray Ice Park
280 Co Rd 361A free, managed ice park in the beautiful slot canyon town of Ouray. You can rent equipment at Ouray Mountain Sports in town, and then have a bite to eat at one of the restaurants when you're done. If you want to complete the Ouray experience, soak at one of the hot springs before heading "home" for the night.
https://ourayicepark.com/
If you're the adventurous type, you'll LOVE Ouray's Via Ferrata! You can rent safety equipment in town (bring your own harness and helmet, if you have them), and get information there at San Juan Mountain Guides in town, then head up to the trailhead to enjoy this free, gorgeous route.
More info here: https://ourayviaferrata.org/
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Ouray Via Ferrata
735 Main StIf you're the adventurous type, you'll LOVE Ouray's Via Ferrata! You can rent safety equipment in town (bring your own harness and helmet, if you have them), and get information there at San Juan Mountain Guides in town, then head up to the trailhead to enjoy this free, gorgeous route.
More info here: https://ourayviaferrata.org/
The National Parks Service operates a fantastic boat tour to the Morrow Point Dam with interpretive guide. The hike down to the dock is challenging, but it's well worth it. Available June-September. Great for families.
https://www.nps.gov/cure/planyourvisit/boattour.htm
Morrow Point Dam
The National Parks Service operates a fantastic boat tour to the Morrow Point Dam with interpretive guide. The hike down to the dock is challenging, but it's well worth it. Available June-September. Great for families.
https://www.nps.gov/cure/planyourvisit/boattour.htm
Weather crummy? Go see a movie in the historic Egyptian theater!
http://www.mydeltamovies.com
Egyptian Theatre
452 Main StWeather crummy? Go see a movie in the historic Egyptian theater!
http://www.mydeltamovies.com
Where else can you see a double feature drive thru movie? So fun! Closed in winter.
http://www.mydeltamovies.com
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Tru Vu Drive In Theatre
1001 CO-92Where else can you see a double feature drive thru movie? So fun! Closed in winter.
http://www.mydeltamovies.com
Access to the confluence of the Gunnison River and the North Fork of the Gunnison can be found at the Pleasure Park. There is a fishing guide service, boat rentals, a bar (closes at 5pm), pit toilets, and a boat ramp. The Gunnison River has some world class trout fishing. It's also a popular place to launch rafts and kayaks.
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Gunnison River Pleasure Park
8949 Pleasure Park RdAccess to the confluence of the Gunnison River and the North Fork of the Gunnison can be found at the Pleasure Park. There is a fishing guide service, boat rentals, a bar (closes at 5pm), pit toilets, and a boat ramp. The Gunnison River has some world class trout fishing. It's also a popular place to launch rafts and kayaks.
This park not only has engineered waves for playing on kayaks and SUP boards, but it has a skate park, playgrounds, rock climbing boulders (for kids), beautiful trails, and more!
https://www.cityofmontrose.org/590/Water-Sports-Park
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Montrose Water Sports Park
210 Apollo RdThis park not only has engineered waves for playing on kayaks and SUP boards, but it has a skate park, playgrounds, rock climbing boulders (for kids), beautiful trails, and more!
https://www.cityofmontrose.org/590/Water-Sports-Park
Rainy day? Spend the day at the Montrose Rose Bowl for bowling, axe throwing, and an arcade all under one roof. Afterwards, head across the street for the best steak on the Western Slope at Ted Nelson's Steakhouse.
https://montroserosebowl.com/
Rose Bowl
90 Rose LnRainy day? Spend the day at the Montrose Rose Bowl for bowling, axe throwing, and an arcade all under one roof. Afterwards, head across the street for the best steak on the Western Slope at Ted Nelson's Steakhouse.
https://montroserosebowl.com/
Jumbo mountain is our local destination for mountain biking. It's nice to hike the trails, too. Visit the website below or SK Bikes in Paonia for more details about the trails. There is a great variety from easy to quite technical, and the views are great!
https://www.trailforks.com/region/paonia/
Jumbo Mountain Trailhead
65 Cedar DrJumbo mountain is our local destination for mountain biking. It's nice to hike the trails, too. Visit the website below or SK Bikes in Paonia for more details about the trails. There is a great variety from easy to quite technical, and the views are great!
https://www.trailforks.com/region/paonia/
Check out their website to learn more about winter ski/snowshoe trails on Grand Mesa: gmnc dot org
Grand Mesa Nordic Council
Check out their website to learn more about winter ski/snowshoe trails on Grand Mesa: gmnc dot org