This scenic byway is located in the southwestern section of the state. It winds through the river valleys of the Uncompahgre Plateau. The byway follows the Dolores and San Miguel River valleys. This is was also once mining territory, with remnants of a bygone era, that may interest history enthusiasts. Public land surrounds the canyon, Grand Mesa National Forest to the north and Uncompahgre National Forest to the south. Start in Whitewater and end up in Placerville.
Location:
2465 S. Townsend, Montrose Colorado 81401
Telephone
970-249-6047
Other Highways, Byways, and Scenic Drives nearby:
(Cedaredge) Grand Mesa Scenic Byway
(Ouray) Million Dollar Highway
(Montrose) Unaweep/Tabeguache Scenic Byway
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04/17 Coming to The Montrose area
Barrel into Spring Wine Tasting Event Grand Junction CO April27-May19 Exquisitely prepared gourmet meals, 'behind the scenes' winery and vineyard tours, tasting wines that are not readily available to the general public, and of course barrel tasting.
Breckenridge Summer Beer Festival Breckenridge CO July13 This event offers brews, views and free live music and features unlimited beer tasting from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Grand Junction Yoga Festival Grand Junction CO July11-14 The Telluride Yoga Festival is a unique event that elevates the benefits of yoga with a mission to protect our natural environment.
Olathe Sweet Corn Festival Olathe CO August3 The Olathe Sweet Corn Festival is more than fun in the western Colorado sunshine. It is an ever-growing symbol of a community committed to making the future better for the generations to come.
Keystone Bluegrass and Beer Festival Keystone CO August3-4 Down-home cooking, frothy flavors and mountain music are just a piece of the pie. In a whirlwind of hillbilly luxuries, folks gather while 30 microbreweries from Colorado and beyond showcase their unique blends of hops and barleys.
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