Located 28 miles from the Utah border at the junction of the Colorado & Gunnison Rivers, Grand Junction is an oasis in the desert.

1) Grand Junction is located in Mesa County which includes the towns of Collbran, De Beque, Fruita and Palisade.

2) The population of the Grand Valley is 135,400 people.

Powderhorn Ski Resort • Just 40 minutes from Grand Junction, has exceptional valley views and a family friendly atmosphere. • 970.268.5700 www.powderhorn.com

Arts, Culture & Shopping
The centerpiece of downtown Grand Junction is Main Street's tree-lined shopping park that leads you along a string of shops, boutiques, galleries, museums and restaurants, and over 100 outdoor sculptures. 970.245.9697 • www.downtown.gj.org

Colorado National Monument
Steep canyons, towering monoliths, unique rock formations, remains of prehistoric Native American cultures and dinosaur fossils! 970.858.3617 • www.nps.gov

Wineries
The Grand Valley is home to over 18 wineries. For a complete list contact the Grand Junction Visitor and Convention Bureau at 970-244-1480 or log onto www.visitgrandjunction.com

Fruita Fat Tire Festival April 23-26, 2009
970.858.7220 • www.emgcolorado.com

Spring Barrel Tasting April 25-26 & May 16-17, 2009
970.244.1480 • www.visitgrandjunction.com

Downtown Art & Jazz Festival May 8-10, 2009
970.245.9697 • www.downtowngj.org

Junior College Baseball World Series May 23-30, 2009
970.245.9166 • www.jucogj.org

Downtown Farmers’ Market Every Thurs Mid June - Mid Sept.
970.245.9697 • www.downtowngj.org

Country Jam USA Music Festival June 25-28, 2009
800.530.3020 • www.countryjam.com

Palisade Peach Festival August 13-16, 2009
970.464.7458 • www.palisadepeachfest.com

Colorado Mountain Winefest September 17-20, 2009
800.704.3667 • www.coloradowinefest.com