Location: Fruita
Top Things to do in Fruita
What to do and see in Fruita, Colorado (CO): The Best Outdoor Activities
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. Colorado Backcountry Biker
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 26 reviews
Colorado Backcountry Biker is a full-service bike shop located in Fruita, Colorado. Our shop can set-up, service, and repair anything on any kind of bicycle. One thing that sets CBB apart from other local bike shops is that we offer multi-day, self-guided backcountry hut-to-hut trips on the Uncompahgre Plateau. The Backcountry Biker hut tour experience is unique in the bike touring industry. This bike adventure is unforgettable and is one that the whole family can enjoy.
2. Over the Edge Sports
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By mjcraig1 - San Diego, United States
Came to Fruita-like everyone else-to take in the epic mountain bike riding the area has to offer. Day 1 of 3 my rear hub blows out. As I walked my bike back to the truck a guy tells me to check out Over the Edge. Called and was told they’d find a way to get me back riding. Not six weeks from now like I’d hear in hometown Albuquerque, but by COB today. Absolutely amazing. AND they charged me retail for parts and a very fair price for labor. The place was super busy. I know why. You have bike issues? Go to this place, they rock.
3. Imondi Wake Zone
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
The Rocky Mountain Region's Exclusive Watersports Cable Park Imondi Wake Zone provides a fun, safe and exciting place for families to learn and progress their watersports abilities. Imondi Wake Zone strives to promote a positive environment to motivate, inspire and challenge like-minded water sports enthusiasts. Imondi Wake Zone is a game-changer for outdoor water recreation in Colorado. Wakeboarding, Kneeboarding, Stand-Up Paddle boarding, Yoga and Aqua Park! All ages and abilities are welcome. "Find Your Spot In The World & Ride It!" See you on the water.
4. 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.
5. Mary's Loop
6. Edge Loop Ride
7. 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.
8. Rimrock Adventures
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By davidsP8533OC
We booked the river float down through Ruby-Horsethief canyon with Rimrock Adventures and had an awesome time! Our guide was Josh and he was fantastic! He was incredibly knowledgeable about Grand Junction, Colorado and the Colorado river and gave us many fun and interesting stories during our float. He also did an excellent job of explaining the geology and topology of the area which was very interesting. The trip itself was relaxing and beautiful with giant desert cliff faces on both both sides of the river. We saw eagles, coyotes and a few bighorn sheep during our trip as well. We took this trip in September so the river was very mellow and this truly was a "float", not a raft trip. Josh did the work in paddling along the river and when the river got really slow he fired up a small engine to motor us along a little faster so that we made it back home on time. I personally would've preferred some more excitement (bigger rapids, helping paddle, etc.), or to not have to use the engine, but I understand that Rimrock can't control the flowrate of the river, I'm sure this trip in the Spring time is a blast. We stopped at the black rocks section of the river for lunch (included in price). It was a good spread of sandwiches with all the toppings you'd want, veggies, chips, drinks...not a "gourmet" lunch, but I was very pleased with the options available. We were able to swim and do some cliff jumping after lunch, Josh showed us a few spots and it was awesome! Overall, I'd say that if you want to get up close and personal with the Colorado river and the beautiful natural landscape that Grand Junction has to offer, Josh and Rimrock Adventures are the way to go!
9. Adobe Creek National Golf Course
10. McInnis Canyons Conservation Area
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Loup407 - Fruita, United States
Miles and miles of hiking trails, 5 minutes from downtown Fruita. You can do a quick lunchtime hike, a run after work, or spend an entire day back in the space between the river and the monument. You can also find fossils and pioneer cabins.
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