Colorado National Monument

Colorado National Monument

Colorado National Monument is located in western Colorado, USA, near the city of Grand Junction. A semi-desert environment high on the Colorado Plateau, the area hosts a wide range of wildlife, including pinyon pines, juniper trees, ravens, jays, Desert Bighorn Sheep, and coyotes.

The park became more well known in the 1980s partly due to its inclusion as a stage of the major international bicycle race, the Coors Classic.

The race through the park became known as "The Tour of the Moon", due to the spectacular landscapes the race passed through on Rim Rock Drive.

Location

Grand Junction
Fruita, Mesa County
Colorado, USA

Getting There

Here are some possible ways to get there:

By car: Colorado National Monument is located just off of Interstate 70. From Grand Junction, take Exit 31 and follow signs for the monument. The entrance fee for a private vehicle is $25 and the park is open year-round.

By plane: The closest major airport is Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT), which is located about 10 miles from the monument. From the airport, you can rent a car or take a taxi or shuttle to the park.

By public transportation: There is no public transportation that goes directly to Colorado National Monument. However, you can take a Greyhound bus to Grand Junction and then rent a car or take a taxi or shuttle to the park.

By guided tour: There are several companies that offer guided tours of Colorado National Monument, including hiking tours and scenic drives. These tours can be a great way to experience the park with the guidance of an expert.

Nearby Airports

This is a list of primary airports in Colorado that have scheduled passenger service on commercial airlines.