Montrose Area - Southwest Colorado
MONTROSE is the gateway to the San Juan Skyway and the Ridgway State Recreation Area. The Montrose area offers some of the best fishing in Colorado on the Gunnison, San Miguel and Dolores rivers. Keep an eye out for the many golden eagles, red-tailed hawks, prairie falcons and great horned owls that live here. The Ridgway State Recreation Area provides boating, fishing, and swimming opportunities.
The Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park to the west is the most stunning day trip of all: as deep as 2,700' and as narrow as 1,300', the canyon was shaped by the churning waters of the Gunnison River. A 50-mile long chasm, the Black Canyon's sheer, shadowy rock walls drop more than a half mile to the river creating a somber and memorable site. Ute Indians did not enter the canyon, preferring to stay on the rim and hunt and when you visit, you'll see why - there are difficult trails down. Take a raft trip through the steep canyon to see otherwise inaccessible sites.
Bordered by Gunnison National Forest, CIMARRON is known for its old narrow-gauge railroad, with a part of the original trestle crossing the creek. Cimarron River yields a variety of trout. The Curecanti National Recreation Area, with breathtaking scenery, emphasizes the series of dams created to alter the Gunnison River's course. The Blue Mesa Reservoir, 20 miles long, is ideal for sailing and windsurfing. Its 96 miles of shoreline offer up rainbow, brook and brown trout, mackinaw, and kokanee salmon.
The Montrose area is also steeped in history and offers several museums and attractions to help bring the past to life. Visit the Ute Indian Museum, where visitors get a glimpse into the lives of the region's indigenous inhabitants. And the Council Tree Pow Wow, held every September in Delta, celebrates Ute traditions with art shows, dancing and good.
The Fort Uncompahgre Living History Museum takes travelers back to the Old West with its living history fort, and the Museum of the Mountain West is a re-creation of an Old West town, complete with saloons. Even more homesteader memorabilia can be found at the Montrose County Historic Museum, which is open mid-May to September. And if you're just looking for something to entertain the kids, try the Children's Museum, which offers workshops and exhibits for youth.
Commercial air travel accommodations are handled by Montrose Municipal Airport. Please contact your preferred travel agent or airline for flight arrangements.
Montrose Area is near: Ouray & Telluride
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Closest RV Park to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park in Montrose with shade trees & a creek. Camper Cabin for rent. Open all year. We also rent motorhomes & pop-up campers. 18 Hole Mini-Golf.
In the center of beautiful Southwest Colorado in a rural setting 10 miles south of Montrose. Minutes to Black Canyon National Park. FREE WI-FI. 60 Big Rig RV sites, all are 50amp full service & pull thru.
Quiet & intimate, away from the noise. In the Heart of Colorado's best hunting and fishing near Blue Mesa Reservoir. Clean rooms with kitchenettes with the Cimarron River flowing through our woods.
Country comfort & charm featuring a garden courtyard with redwood deck, swimming pool & hot tub on Main Street in Montrose. Motel rooms, kitchenettes & non-smoking rooms. Ask about 3-bedroom cabin.
New owners & management! In the heart of the Uncompaghre Valley at the foot of the majestic San Juan Mountains in Montrose, spacious full hookup sites with pull thrus, indoor/outdoor pool, enclosed hot tub.
In Montrose near Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park; continental breakfast, non-smoking rooms, Spa & King Suites, indoor pool & spa. We are close to local restaurants and the airport.
On Blue Mesa Reservoir 15 minutes west of Gunnison with full hookups - 30 & 50 amp electrical service and nice cabins. Hunting and sightseeing. WI-FI. Boat launch and rental nearby. Great views.
Best Kept Secret in Montrose. NEW park model luxury cabins. BIG rig friendly, 50 amps all sites. Pull thru & shady riverside sites. National parks, World's best jeeping nearby. Restaurants & shopping nearby.
We have vacation rentals of all kinds -- cabins, condos, and vacation homes! Some on Lake San Cristobal, Colorado's 2nd largest natural lake, but we also have secluded and river properties.
Open all year. Quiet location convenient to downtown Montrose. Heated pool, pavilion. Shady grassy pull thrus RV sites. Separate tent area. Near Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Ouray & Telluride.
Situated against the spectacular mountains of Ouray Colorado, whether indoor or outdoor, formal or casual, large or small, recreation or business, we offer you the perfect site for your event.
A great family place along Little Cimarron River. Cabins. Shaded, grassy full hookup RV and tent sites. 23 miles from Montrose and 3 miles east of Cimarron. 16 miles to Blue Mesa Lake & Marina.
New designed guest rooms & suites in Montrose. 1 & 2 room SUITES with refrigerator, microwave, and living area with pull out sofa sleepers. Relax and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool and spa.
Quality guided fly-fishing & whitewater rafting adventures start in Ridgway convenient to Telluride, Montrose and Ouray. 40+ years combined guiding & outfitting experience - we know the Rivers!
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Don't start your vacation with the hassle & congestion of the big city. Start in Montrose where the minute you leave our lot you will be in the heart of Colorado. Ouray, Durango, Aspen & Utah are short drives.
Best Kept Secret in Montrose. NEW park model luxury cabins. BIG rig friendly, 50 amps all sites. Pull thru & shady riverside sites. National parks, World's best jeeping nearby. Restaurants & shopping nearby.
For More Information Contact:
Montrose Area Maps
Local Area Maps
Montrose/Ouray Area Map
National Parks & Monuments
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
Blue Mesa Reservoir/Curecanti National Recreation Area
Rafting & Kayaking Rivers
Little Cimarron River
Uncompahgre River
Snowmobiling
Black Canyon Snowmobile Trails
Cimarron Snowmobile Trails
Montrose Snowmobile Trails




