Location: Fruita
Top Things to do in Fruita
The 6 Best Free Things to do in Fruita, Colorado (CO)
The City of Fruita (pronounced /ˈfruːtə/) is a Home Rule Municipality located in western Mesa County, Colorado, United States. Fruita is part of the Grand Junction Metropolitan Statistical Area and within the Grand Valley. The geography is identified by the bordering Colorado River (historically known as the Grand River) on the southern edge of town, the Uncompahgre Plateau known for its pinyon-juniper landscape, and the Book Cliffs range on the northern edge of the Grand Valley. The population was 12,646 at the 2010 census. Originally home to the Ute people, white farmers settled the town after founder William Pabor in 1884. Ten years later, Fruita was incorporated.
Restaurants in Fruita
1. Kokopelli's Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
This trail runs for 145 miles and is ideal for jeep, as well as hiking and biking enthusiasts.
Reviewed By VespagirL55 - Bisbee, United States
Accessed the trail from the great campground in Rabbit Valley. Amazed to find a trail that welcomes hikers, mountain bikers, AND motorcycles. A mix of dirt roads and singletrack, with some slickrock and a gravelly wash thrown in for good measure. Everyone we saw was riding respectfully and enjoying the amazing terrain and views.
2. Western Slope Vietnam War Memorial
3. North Fruita Desert
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By Loup407 - Fruita, United States
This area has a little for (almost) everyone. A designated shooting area is right by the road. There is an area set aside for motorized activity, often dirt bikes and ATVs can be seen zooming around the Bentonite hills. There is both a campground and an area for dispersed camping. The campground has many juniper trees, offering some shade and places to hang hammocks. The dispersed camping areas offer...space. Not much in the way of shade, and when it's windy (often) it WILL be dusty. Also, this entire area boasts 100% expansive soil. So, if it rains, you aren't going anywhere. You can't drive, ride or even walk. Fortunately it IS the desert, so it doesn't rain very much. Or very often. But even if you have mud tires, you won't be driving off the road (very far). There are many miles of dirt roads and bike trails here, and mountain biking is the predominant activity. Note that when 18 Road turns to dirt, the first few miles are pretty rough. The road actually improves considerably after a couple of miles, so be patient.
4. Devils Canyon Hiking Trails
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By 260patrickj - Fruita, United States
This is a wonderfully maintained BLM trail system with well marked trails and what I believe are some of the most scenic routes in the whole valley. I run these trails three times a week and I know the whole place very well, there are surprisingly few people after you hike out a short distance from the parking lot. The trails eventually narrow to single tracks. There is no garbage at all thanks to BLM and to environmentally conscience hikers. Dogs DO NOT need to be on a leash but don't bring an unruly and unpredictable pet here. Cut them loose after you are a ways up trail. My hiking suggestions: For a 5 miles loop and the best and most scenic route try D5 to either D1 or D6. It's moderate, you'll hike along a cliff edge that is a mini Grand Canyon red rock wonderland. Walking will take you about 90 mins if you hike D5 to D1, less if you connect with D6. There are paper maps at the trailhead. You'll find D5 by taking the right fork after you cross the wooden bridge and continue on about 150 yards where D5 begins on your left. It climbs steeply at first but levels off rather quickly. Best time of day is late afternoon when the sun is headed down and the colors are magical. For a 7 mile loop try D3 from the bottom. It begins at the second wooden bridge, turn right. You'll hike up thru a narrow water carved canyon full of singing Canyon Wren then you climb up out of the creek area and hike up a canyon full of standing rock columns and the occasional big horn sheep. In spring time, there are tons of flowering cacti. At the top of the trail, you come upon a late 1800's miners cabin (please be respectful and leave it as you found it). Bring water for yourself and there is usually water in the creek near the cabin for your pets but dont count on it and bring a bottle for your pet. Time walking about 2 hrs. Moderate.This is a loop trail and I recommend going clock-wise. Best time to hike this is early morning. You'll be shaded going up but full sun coming down. ENJOY this incredible gift from all of us here in Fruita!! Oh......and end your hike at the 'Hot Tomato'. Best pizza in the west. I'm not even kidden.
5. Colorado Welcome Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
