Situated in southwestern Colorado on the Western Slope of the Rocky Mountains, Montrose is home to the Black Canyon National Park and offers scenic mountains, valleys, canyons, mesas, lakes and rivers, plus all the recreational activities that accompany these natural wonders like hiking, mountain biking, skiing, fishing, boating and more. Best Western Montrose Colorado.
Things to do in Montrose
Cimaron Railroad Exhibit
Located within the Curecanti Reservation Area are restored locomotives and cabooses displayed on an 1882 trestle. Here you will find Locomotive 278, an 1882 Denver & Rio Grande Narrow Gauge locomotive magnificently restored to 1940s service standard. Call 970-249-4074 for more information.
Curecanti National Recreation Area
Three dams comprise the Curecanti Storage Units: Crystal Dam, Morrow Point Dam, and Blue Mesa Dam. Of the three, the beautiful Blue Mesa provides recreational opportunities. The largest body of water in Colorado offers summer travelers excellent fishing and boating, while winter enthusiasts enjoy ice fishing and snowmobiling. Call 970-641-0471 for more information.
Montrose County Historical Museum
The museum focuses on early day pioneer life. There are buggies, wagons, farm implements and a completely furnished homesteader's cabin. The inside houses a country store, railroad memorabilia, a children's corner, Indian artifacts, musical instruments, handiwork, clothing and more. Call 970-249-2085 for more information.
Owl Creek Pass
An easy 85 mile round trip from Montrose; this is a magnificent area to spend some time. This pass accesses Hwy 550 just north of Ridgway and Hwy 50 just east of Cimarron. Allow 3 hours to all day.
Ute Indian Museum & Ouray Memorial Park
One of the few museums in the country devoted solely to one tribe; the Ute People were the indigenous inhabitants of western Colorado. The museum commemorates their life and culture and is located on the farm once belonging to the famous Ute leader, Ouray, and his wife, Chipeta. Call 970-249-3098 for more information.