3 Days
Monumental Hiking & Biking in Fruita
Grab your mountain bike and hiking shoes, and spend your weekend exploring the breathtaking Colorado National Monument in Fruita.
Sustainability Activity
Donate to a National Monument
Colorado National Monument offers a variety of donation opportunities to help preserve this scenic landscape.
Insider's Tip
Grab Your Gear
Get outfitted for your Fruita adventures and rent a bike from Over the Edge Sports before you begin your trip.
Day 1
activity
Mountain Bike
Hit the Kokopelli Trail for views of burnt-orange canyons and challenging trails.
lunch
Munchies Pizza & Deli
Munchies Pizza and Deli has been serving Fruita and surrounding areas since 1980. From pizza to burgers and salads to deli sandwiches, we offer what…
activity
Hike the Devils Canyon Loop Trail
Near Fruita, this 6.7-mile trail is overflowing with wildflowers and bird watching opportunities.
dinner
Karma Kitchen
Indian food made with love, tasty ingredients and a wide-range of flavors.
activity
Sunset Hike
This moderately trafficked 4.8-mile trail has beautiful wildflowers and is the perfect setting for a sunset hike.
lodging
Colorado National Monument Camping
Pitch your tent in Colorado National Monument and enjoy a night under the stars.
Day 2
breakfast
Bestslope Coffee Company
Celebrating coffee from the cherry to the cup, Bestslope Coffee Company brings a new and fresh coffee experience to Colorado's Western Slope. Starting…
activity
Zippity Do Da, Zippity Bike Ride
Bike on this remote trail where you'll feel like you're on another planet instead of Colorado.
lunch
Pablo's Pizza
Pizza, calzones, paninis, salads, desserts, hot and cold sandwiches
activity
Hike the Wedding Canyon Loop
See soaring rock structures on this 7.2-mile intermediate loop trail.
dinner
Tacos El Tapatio
Full-service restaurant in downtown Salida. Enchiladas, burritos, combo plates, street tacos and much more.
lodging
Comfort Inn & Suites - Fruita
Great location and views! Friendly and comfortable. Continental breakfast. Free wireless Internet. Bike trails, hiking, horseback riding and rafting…
Day 3
breakfast
Aspen Street Coffee
Specialty coffees, teas, pastries, paninis and breakfast burritos.
activity
Go for a Sunrise Hike
Get out as the sun rises on the Old Gordon Trail for stunning views just meant for that morning light.
lunch
El Tapatio
El Tapatio is committed to serve the freshest ingredients on every plate. Our seafood plates are cooked carefully and making sure we pick the freshhest…
activity
Bike Chutes and Ladders
This 6.9-mile singletrack is like playing a game of chutes and ladders with twists and turns you'll love.
dinner
Strayhorn Grill
Strayhorn is known for our incredibly high quality local smoked steak, smoked brisket and pulled pork, but we serve deliciously classic American fare…
activity
Copper Club Brewing Co.
Love small batch beer served in a cozy pub atmosphere? Come on in, have a seat and relax. Locals often refer to us as "Fruita's living…
lodging
Balanced Rock Motel
Newly remodeled, cable tv, close to park, shopping, dining.
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