Discover Things to do in Fruita!

Anyone can have fun in Fruita, no matter what you like to do! With so many places to play, explore, eat, shop, drink and more, you are sure to find a favorite spot. 

Someone paddle boarding on the Colorado River.
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The Colorado River

The mighty Colorado River rushes down from its headwaters in the Rocky Mountains and continues to flow through Fruita, where it merges with the Gunnison River before it continues on,

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Biking at Kokopelli Trails
Biking

The Kokopelli Loops

Located southwest of town, the trails at Kokopelli, managed by BLM, might be some of the most scenic riding you’ll find anywhere. Miles of stacked single track range from intermediate

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Someone biking at the Kokopelli Trail System.
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First time in Fruita

I’m still replaying my Fruita adventure in my head. The experiences I had in one weekend made me want to become a local. I recently moved to Colorado and have

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Kids digging in the dirt finding dinosaur bones.
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Dinosaur Journey

The Dinosaur Journey Museum in Fruita, Colorado was listed by Travel Channel as one of the “Top 6 Dinosaur Exhibits in America,” alongside The Smithsonian and the Chicago Field Museum. Dinosaur Journey

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About Fruita

Dear Locals, Thank You!

From delicious food to adventure advice to maintaining trails, read on to learn why our locals set us apart. Top Notch Trails Whether you’re hiking or biking, it’s easy to

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Two boys pulling horses in the desert.
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Besides Bikes

Thought the only adventure to have in Fruita was a mountain bike trip? Wrong. Try rafting, horseback riding, and cap the day off with a night at the Rimrock Rodeo!

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