Not quite ready for the thrill of a RZR or Dirt Bike but still want an adventure?
How about a hike instead?
As community members of the Grand Junction area. We understand that machines aren't everyone's thing. We also know that driving a machine around isn't the only thing to do around here. With thousands of hiking trails throughout the valley, we want to offer our guests and community the chance to get out and experience the beautiful area in every way possible. Grab some comfortable walking shoes, snacks and your Camelbaks. Let's go get a breath of fresh air, enjoy some peace and quite, and see some of the most incredible views in Grand Junction Colorado. A paradise for hikers of all skill levels.
If you are comfortable with the ride we can take you to plenty of small hiking trails in a RZR during one of our guided tours for example a ride through Bangs Canyon to hike the infamous "Lemon Squeeze", as well as Mica Mines and Rough Canyon Trail Heads.
How about a hike instead?
As community members of the Grand Junction area. We understand that machines aren't everyone's thing. We also know that driving a machine around isn't the only thing to do around here. With thousands of hiking trails throughout the valley, we want to offer our guests and community the chance to get out and experience the beautiful area in every way possible. Grab some comfortable walking shoes, snacks and your Camelbaks. Let's go get a breath of fresh air, enjoy some peace and quite, and see some of the most incredible views in Grand Junction Colorado. A paradise for hikers of all skill levels.
If you are comfortable with the ride we can take you to plenty of small hiking trails in a RZR during one of our guided tours for example a ride through Bangs Canyon to hike the infamous "Lemon Squeeze", as well as Mica Mines and Rough Canyon Trail Heads.
Pricing
TRAIL DISTANCE |
DIFFICULTY |
RATE |
1-3 Miles |
Half Day |
$95/person |
4-7 Miles |
Half / Full Day |
$95-$175/person |
8+ Miles |
Full Day |
$175-$200/person |
Destinations
Liberty Cap Trail
Liberty Cap
*Moderate* 13 miles (5 hrs R.T.) Elev. 4,777'–6,552' Shortly after starting the hike it starts to get really steep for two miles. Then flattens out to sagebrush flats. Ute Canyon *Moderate* 11 miles (4-5 hrs R.T.) Elev. 5,545'–6,423' Trails take you along scenic edges, natural arches, and scenic redrock cliffs. |
Bangs Canyon Trail Head
Mica Mine
*Easy* 2.6 miles (2-3 hrs R.T.) Elev. 6,043'–6,582' Take the time to enjoy the red cliff walls that line this pretty canyon. You'll soon come to some outcrops of white quartz. *If you're feeling up to a challenge the "Lemon Squeeze" is a fun, narrow climb that breaks off of the Mica Mines trail and puts you on top of the Monument for miles of gorgeous views. (Diff: Strenuous) Rough Canyon *Hard* 4.5 miles (2-3 hrs R.T.) Elev. 5,480'–6,178' RZR Tours Available This trail drops you into a beautiful canyon. The trail isn't too technical but it is energy sapping as it requires a lot of scrambling up and down over boulders as you are actually hiking through a creek bed for the spring runoff. |
Black Ridge Trail
Canyon Rim Trail
*Easy* 2 miles (1 hr R.T.) Elev. 5,589'–5,788' Look over the Canyons Rim to see Window Rock and the open valley of the Mesa area. Black Ridge Trail *Moderate* 5.5 miles (3 hrs R.T.) Elev. 5,796'–6,751' From the "Organ Pipes" in Wedding Canyon, to seeing groups of Bighorn Sheep and Deer. |
Palisade Rim Trail
Lower Rim Trail
*Moderate* 3.3 miles (2 hrs R.T.) Elev. 4,676' to 5,592' Upper Rim Trail *Moderate* 8.5 miles (6 -7 hrs R.T.) Elev. 5,576'-6,034' Explore the views of Orchards & Vineyards from 1000' above the valley in Palisade. |
Riverfront Trail
*Easy*
24.5 Miles All-Day, Fishing, Craft Beverage Sipping Botanical Gardens~Audubon Trail_Connected Lakes Kannah Creek ~ HandleBar~ Taco Party |
Serpents Trail
*Moderate*
3.5 miles (3-4 hrs R.T) Elev. 5,050' - 5,840' Also known as "The crookedest road in the world." 16 switchbacks through Wingate Sandstone. Built in the 1900's & used as the main road in 1950's. |
Mount Garfield
*Hard*
4 miles (4 hrs R.T.) Elev. 4,852'-6,723'
Northwest of Palisade with a 1900' climb off of the roadway. It is the peak of the Book Cliffs with plenty of things to see like Petroglyphs and an old coal mine, along with views from Palisade to Loma.
4 miles (4 hrs R.T.) Elev. 4,852'-6,723'
Northwest of Palisade with a 1900' climb off of the roadway. It is the peak of the Book Cliffs with plenty of things to see like Petroglyphs and an old coal mine, along with views from Palisade to Loma.
