Rock n' Rood Guide Book
City/town information
Grand Junction is a city in Colorado's Western Slope region. It's known as the hub of Colorado's wine country. Colorado River State Park offers river access, lakes, biking trails and wildlife. The Museum of the West displays prehistoric pottery and 19th-century firearms. West of the city, trail-lined Colorado National Monument is a park with red sandstone monoliths and canyons.
32 locals recommend
Grand Junction
Grand Junction is a city in Colorado's Western Slope region. It's known as the hub of Colorado's wine country. Colorado River State Park offers river access, lakes, biking trails and wildlife. The Museum of the West displays prehistoric pottery and 19th-century firearms. West of the city, trail-lined Colorado National Monument is a park with red sandstone monoliths and canyons.
Palisade
Wineries, trails, and good river access.
Fruita has an array of outdoor recreational activities, attractions, and beautiful landscapes
40 locals recommend
Fruita
Fruita has an array of outdoor recreational activities, attractions, and beautiful landscapes
Music
Great live music spot with good atmosphere, food, and drinks!
Check out their calendar here: https://www.warehouse2565.com/events
22 locals recommend
Warehouse 25
2565 American WayGreat live music spot with good atmosphere, food, and drinks!
Check out their calendar here: https://www.warehouse2565.com/events
Newer amphitheater / convert hall with some great names come through like Bob Dylan, Cody Johnson, Shakey Graves, Koe Wetzel, Jim Gaffigan (comedy), Dustin Lynch, Cole Swindell, Nelly, and others.
Check the calendar out here:
https://www.theampgj.com/events
34 locals recommend
Las Colonias Park
Newer amphitheater / convert hall with some great names come through like Bob Dylan, Cody Johnson, Shakey Graves, Koe Wetzel, Jim Gaffigan (comedy), Dustin Lynch, Cole Swindell, Nelly, and others.
Check the calendar out here:
https://www.theampgj.com/events
Caffeine
Tasty coffee, super friendly, and they have some breakfast food options.
This is more of a coffee "booth" so not a good spot to bring your laptop/work.
The Novel Cup
443 North 6th StreetTasty coffee, super friendly, and they have some breakfast food options.
This is more of a coffee "booth" so not a good spot to bring your laptop/work.
Food scene
The food is refined, they have craft cocktails, the design is neat, and the views are panoramic.
Also, majority of the kitchen is ran by MSU students. Neat place!
13 locals recommend
Devil's Kitchen
840 Kennedy AveThe food is refined, they have craft cocktails, the design is neat, and the views are panoramic.
Also, majority of the kitchen is ran by MSU students. Neat place!
Pollo Azado
304 North AveMy go to affordable street tacos spot!
Thai Number 9
539 North 1st StreetBest Thai in town. Staff are friendly and the food is flavorful. 🌶
Solid selections of Colorado and other western beers. The food is good. It’s hard not to enjoy this place!
41 locals recommend
The Ale House
2531 N 12th StSolid selections of Colorado and other western beers. The food is good. It’s hard not to enjoy this place!
Gelato Junction
2511 449 Main StYour classic main street ice cream parlor with a good selection of flavors.
Bin is trendy and fun. The dishes are certainly elevated. Most of their food and dinks are locally sourced as well.
Quick note: the few times I have been gratuity was included (don't accidentally double tip).
108 locals recommend
Bin 707 Foodbar
225 N 5th StBin is trendy and fun. The dishes are certainly elevated. Most of their food and dinks are locally sourced as well.
Quick note: the few times I have been gratuity was included (don't accidentally double tip).
Solid downtown breakfast / brunch spot! I would say the breakfast is a better option than lunch here.
55 locals recommend
Dream Cafe
314 Main StSolid downtown breakfast / brunch spot! I would say the breakfast is a better option than lunch here.
While this First Watch is a chain, if you have any dietary restrictions, they have more options that other places I have been to. Gluten free, vegan, etc.
First Watch
120 West Park DriveWhile this First Watch is a chain, if you have any dietary restrictions, they have more options that other places I have been to. Gluten free, vegan, etc.
626 is on the upscale/high end side but uses local ingredients. The bartender was knowledgeable and took price in working there. They have wine flights, tender steaks, good cocktails, and a solid burger.
30 locals recommend
626 On Rood
626 Rood Ave626 is on the upscale/high end side but uses local ingredients. The bartender was knowledgeable and took price in working there. They have wine flights, tender steaks, good cocktails, and a solid burger.
Pronounced Pesh, this plan has next-level sophisticated food. Worth every penny, make sure you can get a reservation ahead of time.
27 locals recommend
Pêche. Restaurant
336 Main StPronounced Pesh, this plan has next-level sophisticated food. Worth every penny, make sure you can get a reservation ahead of time.
Entertainment
Bringing the beach to GJ with volleyball. 4 full size sand courts. $5 for open play which is most of the day. Check schedule to make sure there isn't a beer league or something before you go. They have drinks, food, and is kid friendly.
Volley’s
1130 N 3rd StBringing the beach to GJ with volleyball. 4 full size sand courts. $5 for open play which is most of the day. Check schedule to make sure there isn't a beer league or something before you go. They have drinks, food, and is kid friendly.
Lincoln Park Golf Course
1240 Gunnison AvenueSmall casual course super close to the house
Swimming hole with slides and other amenities 10 minute walk from the house.
Entry is $6 or less for kids and seniors:
https://gjparksandrec.org/1080/Pool-Admissions-Passes-and-Punch-Cards
7 locals recommend
Lincoln Park - Moyer Pool
1340 Gunnison AveSwimming hole with slides and other amenities 10 minute walk from the house.
Entry is $6 or less for kids and seniors:
https://gjparksandrec.org/1080/Pool-Admissions-Passes-and-Punch-Cards
Tube a slow lazy river that disconnects from the main Colorado River. Fun for the family or bring a few beers and float.
Water levels fluctuate so check it out first!
River Park at Las Colonias
2746 Cheyenne DrTube a slow lazy river that disconnects from the main Colorado River. Fun for the family or bring a few beers and float.
Water levels fluctuate so check it out first!
The Lunch Loops are a stacked singletrack trail system just two miles from downtown Grand Junction. The proximity to town gave the system its name; a trail system you could enjoy on your lunch break. These trails have multiple routes that can be as easy or as hard as you'd like. Used for hiking and biking!
50 locals recommend
Lunch Loop Trailhead
Monument RoadThe Lunch Loops are a stacked singletrack trail system just two miles from downtown Grand Junction. The proximity to town gave the system its name; a trail system you could enjoy on your lunch break. These trails have multiple routes that can be as easy or as hard as you'd like. Used for hiking and biking!
Fun, unique, yet challenging. If you are an enthusiast, these are the greens you want to play in town.
21 locals recommend
Redlands Mesa Golf Club
2325 W Ridges BlvdFun, unique, yet challenging. If you are an enthusiast, these are the greens you want to play in town.
Axe throwing, Jenga, and drinks. I mean come on, right. Fun date spot or entertain the family for a couple hours.
Kodiaxe
115 West Grand AvenueAxe throwing, Jenga, and drinks. I mean come on, right. Fun date spot or entertain the family for a couple hours.
Stand up paddle board (SUP) rentals, SUP lessons, or SUP Yoga. Raft rentals or guides, bike tours, bike shuttles, etc. The folks here are badas* and will show you give you a great adventure.
Check them out here:
https://gjadventures.com/
8 locals recommend
Grand Junction Stand Up Paddle, Las Colonias Kiosk
Stand up paddle board (SUP) rentals, SUP lessons, or SUP Yoga. Raft rentals or guides, bike tours, bike shuttles, etc. The folks here are badas* and will show you give you a great adventure.
Check them out here:
https://gjadventures.com/
Local swimming hole if you want to upgrade from the river. Great atmosphere and usually $10 per car for entry so fill up! This lake usually has boats, kayaks, and SUPs on it.
7 locals recommend
Highline Lake State Park
1800 11 8/10 RdLocal swimming hole if you want to upgrade from the river. Great atmosphere and usually $10 per car for entry so fill up! This lake usually has boats, kayaks, and SUPs on it.
Dolores Falls Trailhead
9 8/10 RoadBit of a hidden gem with neat hiking and water access. 🙌🏼
One of the great wineries in Grand Valley. They do wine tasting and events.
22 locals recommend
Two Rivers Winery
2087 BroadwayOne of the great wineries in Grand Valley. They do wine tasting and events.
This is a locals Rodeo. Rimrock Rodeo: Every Tuesday at 4:30pm throughout the summer. Events like bull riding, roping, barrel racing, mutton bustin’.
Check out more here: https://www.gofruita.com/thingstodo/rimrock-rodeo
14 locals recommend
Rimrock Adventures
927 CO-340This is a locals Rodeo. Rimrock Rodeo: Every Tuesday at 4:30pm throughout the summer. Events like bull riding, roping, barrel racing, mutton bustin’.
Check out more here: https://www.gofruita.com/thingstodo/rimrock-rodeo
Who doesn't love go karting. Plus, they have different size motors. Which is gets pretty serious. I think they said 90-100 mph.
Grand Junction Motor Speedway
3002 N I 70 Frontage RdWho doesn't love go karting. Plus, they have different size motors. Which is gets pretty serious. I think they said 90-100 mph.
Moody's Lounge
Casual spot downtown for some good drinks. Lively but not too loud.
Cool spot to check out downtown for some drinks. While a brewery they also have cocktails.
Trail Life Brewing
Cool spot to check out downtown for some drinks. While a brewery they also have cocktails.
This venue is where you can socialize, enjoy a drink, and create art in a fun and relaxed environment. A perfect bonding activity to enjoy with family and friends. Also, it's BYOB!
10 locals recommend
The Palette
441 Main StThis venue is where you can socialize, enjoy a drink, and create art in a fun and relaxed environment. A perfect bonding activity to enjoy with family and friends. Also, it's BYOB!
Sightseeing
Really the possibilities in the park are endless (drive, hike, camp, wildlife, swim, ranger tour, bike, climb).
Devils Kitchen is an easy favorite. Great photo opportunities and is good for beginners.
Check out this link to other popular hikes:
https://www.colorado.com/articles/5-must-do-hikes-colorado-national-monument
22 locals recommend
Colorado National Monument
Really the possibilities in the park are endless (drive, hike, camp, wildlife, swim, ranger tour, bike, climb).
Devils Kitchen is an easy favorite. Great photo opportunities and is good for beginners.
Check out this link to other popular hikes:
https://www.colorado.com/articles/5-must-do-hikes-colorado-national-monument
Ski, hike, bike, fish, I mean this place is just abundant with all of Colorados favorite activities and super underrated.
55 locals recommend
Grand Mesa
Ski, hike, bike, fish, I mean this place is just abundant with all of Colorados favorite activities and super underrated.
Dispensaries 🌲
Grand Junction City doesn't have any dispensaries but if you are looking for them they are in Palisade.
If you have never been before it is worth the experience even if you don't get anything.
6 locals recommend
Colorado Weedery
125 Peach AveGrand Junction City doesn't have any dispensaries but if you are looking for them they are in Palisade.
If you have never been before it is worth the experience even if you don't get anything.
Grand Junction City doesn't have any dispensaries but if you are looking for them they are in Palisade.
If you have never been before it is worth the experience even if you don't get anything.
The Happy Camper Palisade
420 Wine Vly RoadGrand Junction City doesn't have any dispensaries but if you are looking for them they are in Palisade.
If you have never been before it is worth the experience even if you don't get anything.