Start by driving through Colorado and experiencing the spectacular byways. If you prefer two wheels over four, hop on your bike and head to the many mountain biking trails just outside of town. Whether you’re looking for a challenge or an easier ride, the expanse of land surrounding Montrose have trails that will appeal to everyone. Sidewinder Trail, Lower Spring Creek and Dry Creek Trails are some local favorites. Take a step back and enjoy Montrose from Morrow Point Boat Tour. This hour and a half pontoon boat tour takes visitors through the upper reaches of Morrow Point Reservoir, the beginning of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, past Chipeta Falls and the historic Curecanti Needle. Take in a few extra sites while on the way to or from the tour like visiting Montrose’s famous Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. Carved through solid granite over thousands of years, the canyon walls plunge 2,700 feet to the Gunnison River below. Aside from its awe-inspiring beauty, Black Canyon is a great place to fish, hike, rock climb, horseback ride, take a nature walk, camp, raft and kayak. Come winter, you can cross-country ski, snowshoe or go backcountry camping!
Just upstream of the Gunnison River is Cimarron Creek, where the last remaining railroad trestle along the Black Canyon of the Gunnison route sits. Enjoy more scenic beauty from here or take in the stunning peaks of Chimney Rock and Courthouse Mountain from Owl Creek Pas and Silver Jack Reservoir. Learn about the city’s history at Museum of the Mountain West before enjoying all of Montrose’s natural beauty.
Staying at one of the hotels in Montrose is a great way to explore the city, its outskirts, downtown and more while still having a place to relax at the end of the day. Book with Choice Hotels in Montrose for unforgettable Colorado vistas. Book online now!