About this city
Also known as: Colorado's Wine Country Hub
Grand Junction is the largest city on Colorado's Western Slope, acting as the major commercial and cultural hub of the grand Grand Valley. Situated at the dramatic confluence of the Colorado River and the Gunnison River, the city is framed by spectacular red rock canyons and the massive Grand Mesa, making it a highly unique landscape that blends rugged high-desert geology with a thriving fruit and wine agricultural industry.
Location & Administrative
County
Mesa
Time Zone
MST
State Code
CO
Transportation & Accessibility
Nearest Airports
GJT
Rail Systems
Amtrak (Intercity Rail)
Train Stations
Grand Junction Station
Getting Around
Car RequiredRideshare-FriendlyBike-Friendly
Weather & Timing
Best Months
MarAprMaySepOctNov
Average Temperature
Peak Season
Scenic Drive Season
Off Season
Extreme Heat Season
Economics & Local Vibe
Population
City proper 66.0K · Metro area 155.0K
Sales Tax
8.52%
Key Industries
Viticulture & AgricultureHealthcare & LogisticsOutdoor Recreation Tourism
Practical Tourism Metadata
Suggested stay: 2–3 days
Drive the stunning Rim Rock Drive through Colorado National Monument, taste award-winning local wines in the nearby Palisade orchard country, mountain bike the world-class Lunch Loops trails, and explore the vibrant public art along downtown Main Street.
