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Fort Uncompahgre Living History MuseumSouthwest Colorado is home to top rodeos on the PRCA circuit.
Established as a fur trading post around 1826, the Fort is now a living history museum. Located in Confluence Park, a 265 acre recreational area that includes fishing, swimming, hiking, cycling, and picnicking. Open March - December. Delta.
(970) 874-8349 or (970) 874-8616
Pioneer Town Museum
Step back in time and tour a reconstructed 19th-century western village. Open Memorial Day - Labor Day. Cedaredge.
(970) 856-7554
Parks and Monuments
Crawford Reservoir State Recreation Area
New camping facilities on a great lake by Needle Rock. Crawford.
(970) 921-5721
Paonia State Park
Great water skiing, hiking, camping on the West Elk Scenic Byway.Paonia.
(970) 921-5721
Sweitzer Lake State Recreation Area
A great lake for jet skiing and picnicking. Delta.
(970) 874-4258
Ski Areas

Powderhorn Ski Area
Horseback rides, mountain biking, alpine skiing, ice skating, sleigh rides, snowmobile tours. Near Delta/Cedaredge.
(970) 242-5637 - Information or (800) 241-6997 - Reservations
Scenic Drives Click the Name of the Drive for specific travel information.
  1. Grand Mesa
  2. West Elk Scenic and Historic Byway
Plan Your Vacation to Witness Nature's Special Events

  • Desert areas are in full bloom by late April or early May, while high alpine tundra is still snow covered.
  • Wildflowers in an amazing array usually peak in July when the high country becomes fully accessible.
  • Fall colors generally peak in mid or late September, working their way down the slopes until late October.


Call the Southwest Colorado Travel Region at 1-800-933-4340 or click here to request more information.