Craig Colorado is a town full of recreational opportunities, natural resources, and old west tradition. The town of Craig CO is located at the junction of U.S. Highway 40 and Colorado Highway 13, midway between Denver and Salt Lake City. Craig serves as the primary economic center for Northwest Colorado. It’s not uncommon to spot elk, deer, antelope, mountain lions, sandhill cranes, eagles, and other species of wildlife along state and county roads that surround Craig. Check out our Best Western hotel in Craig CO.
Things to do in Craig
Brown's Park National Wildlife Refuge
This natural bird habitat lies on the Green River and covers over 13,000 acres. It is managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service as a refuge for migratory waterfowl, as well as wintering elk and deer. The refuge is home to approximately 200 species of birds. Bald eagles may be observed in the winter, while peregrine falcons and golden eagles are seen soaring over the refuge in the spring and summer.
Grand Old West Days
Don’t miss the Grand Old West Days street festival if you plan to travel through Craig on Memorial Day weekend. For more information, visit the website at www.grandoldwestdays.com Call 800-864-4405 for more information.
Loudy Simpson Park
Located south of Craig on the Yampa River. The park offers hiking trails, fishing, baseball and softball, picnic and restroom facilities, playground, canoe/raft launch area, groomed cross-country ski trails and ice skating in an enclosed rink. Call 800-864-4405 for more information.
The Dinosaur National Monument
The Dinosaur National Monument covers over 211,000 acres of spectacular canyon country. Maps and information can be picked up at the Visitor's Center, located 2 miles east of the town of Dinosaur on U.S. HWY 40. The National Monument provides scenic drives, nature trails for hiking, and incredible rafting and fishing opportunities on the Green and Yampa Rivers (permits required).
The Museum of Northwest Colorado
Take a tour of The Museum of Northwest Colorado and get a fascinating look at the wildwest history that took place in this part of Colorado. Learn about the outlaws that roamed the area and the range-wars that were played out here. The museum is located at 590 Yampa Avenue in Craig Colorado. Call 970-824-6360 for more information.
Yampa Valley Golf Course and Restaurant
A scenic 18-hole golf course that winds along the scenic Yampa River. You can see abundant wildlife including elk, eagles, deer, geese and a large variety of birds. Call 800-864-4405 for more information.