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Flat Tops Wilderness: Meeker & Rangely

For 82 scenic miles, Colorado's Flat Tops Trail Scenic Byway winds its way through lush river valleys, skirts the bountiful Flat Tops Wilderness and tours some of the state's least traveled roads, as well as two delightful Wild West towns.

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Travel Like a Local

There are special places and unique vistas around nearly every Colorado corner. You can help ensure these places exist for generations to come by staying on roads and trails, keeping speeds in check, leaving campsites and picnic spots just as you found them, and following instructional signs while you’re out and about in our state.

Day 1

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Flat Tops Trail - Scenic and Historic Byway

Winding its way through lush river valleys, the Flat Tops Trail byway skirts the bountiful Flat Tops Wilderness, climbs over two of the state's least-traveled…

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Trappers Lake Lodge

A place to recharge & reconnect with what really matters - log cabins, great food, fish and hunting tales spoken, hiking and horses. A beautiful…

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Hang Out After Lunch

Stick around after your lunch at Trappers Lake Lodge and go horseback riding. The trail boss will guide you up to the top of the Flat Tops Wilderness where the expansive views will take your breath away.

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Ripple Creek Lodge

Ripple Creek Lodge is a historic resort/guest ranch located at the halfway point of the Flat Tops Scenic Byway. We offer trial rides, accommodations…

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More Adventure at Ripple Creek Lodge

Head over to Ripple Creek Lodge in Meeker. Spend the time before dinner fishing their backcountry streams, have dinner at the lodge and settle in for a cozy night in their vacation cabins.

Day 2

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Meeker Hotel & Cafe

In remote Northwest Colorado hides a community of a couple thousand people. The trout-filled White River flows through town and Northwest Colorado's…

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White River Museum

White River Museum, housed in 1880s U.S. Army officer quarters, showcases early pioneers and the stories and artifacts they left behind, including clothing,…

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Ma Famiglia Restaurant

Our purpose is to provide you with the best value, quality and consistency in food preparation and service. Our restaurant has come a full circle with…

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Rangely Automotive Museum

Classic automotive museum with very rare autos and motorcycles from the early 1900's. The curator has an amazing ability to bring each car to life with…

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Coaches Corner Bar & Grill

Catch your favorite sports team play on the screens while munching on crispy-skinned chicken wings and gooey mozzarella sticks.

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Fishing or Swimming at Kenney Reservoir

The lake contains approximately 13,800 acre-feet of water, allowing plenty of room for water skiers and fishing. The south side of the lake contains…

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Blue Mountain Inn & Suites

The Blue Mountain Inn & Suites, Rangely, Colorado's newest hotel.

Day 3

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Main Street Cafe

Strong cups of coffee, steak and eggs, cinnamon rolls, lunch menu and more.

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Rangely Outdoor Museum

The Rangely Outdoor Museum has three historical buildings that house exhibits from dinosaurs to drilling and the pre-historical Fremont peoples to the…

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California Wok

Terrific food for dine in or take out. Spicy or mild, there is a flavor for everyone.

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Canyon Pintado National Historic District

The Canyon Pintado National Historic District includes hundreds of archaeological sites, most deriving from the Fremont Culture(c. AD 0_1300) and Ute…

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California Wok

Terrific food for dine in or take out. Spicy or mild, there is a flavor for everyone.

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The TANK, Center for Sonic Arts

A sonic wonder, a seven-story steel water tank with a deep reverb, longer and richer than the Taj Mahal's. For Open Saturdays, 9am-1pm, experience The…

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Blue Mountain Inn & Suites

The Blue Mountain Inn & Suites, Rangely, Colorado's newest hotel.

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