Grand Junction, a city of 65,000, is named for the joining of the Colorado and Gunnison rivers, and is growing as a destination for travelers – and not just for hikers and bikers.

Colorado's hidden escape at Orchard Mesa awaits you with its fresh fruits, ripe vineyards, gorgeous high-desert oases, and even an annual Wild West county fair.

Grand Junction The state’s western edge is largely high desert terrain, thanks to the Colorado Plateau that extends from the Rocky Mountains south and west to Utah, Arizona and New Mexico.

While the Black Canyon of the Gunnison has national park status, the single most spectacular canyon in all of Colorado may be ...

Marcia Cook, from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, died hiking the Lower Monument Canyon Trail at Colorado National Monument near Grand Junction.

Ditch the crowds and bike, paddle, climb or hike your way through the Western Slope’s well-kept secret: Grand Junction, Colorado.

Seeking a less crowded (just as gorgeous) alternative to the Grand Canyon? Consider visiting the 20,500-plus-acre Colorado National Monument.

But the main draw to Grand Junction is Colorado National Monument, a geologic dreamscape. Chances are good Rim Rock Drive will be snow-free. Or you can hike into the canyons and cathedrals.

Lodging New to Grand Junction and situated next to Colorado Mesa University, Hotel Maverick offers some of the classiest digs in the area. Whether you stay or not, you must indulge in a cocktail and ...

SUSPECTED DUI DRIVER CRASHES A hit and run crash that occurred shortly after midnight Sunday morning is being investigated. At approximately 12:55 a.m., officers with the Grand Junction Police ...