All About the Byway
About the Byway
Points of Interest
Points of Interest
Grand Mesa is the largest, flat-topped mountain in the world, spanning 500 square miles and rising between 5,000 and 11,237 feet of elevation. The top of the Grand Mesa is a layer of basalt poured by lava approximately 10 million years ago which has protected the mesa from the erosion suffered by surrounding sedimentary rocks.
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Grand Mesa is the largest, flat-topped mountain in the world, spanning 500 square miles and rising between 5,000 and 11,237 feet of elevation. The top of the Grand Mesa is a layer of basalt poured by lava approximately 10 million years ago which has protected the mesa from the erosion suffered by surrounding sedimentary rocks.
The scenic drive begins at exit 49 off I-70 on CO-65 and travels east to Cedaredge. There is a 13-mile side-trip to the Land’s End Observatory which adds 40 minutes
to the drive.
Points of Interest
Points of Interest
Points of Interest
Lands End Observatory
Vega State Park
Land O Lakes Overlook
Crag Crest Trail
Grand Mesa Arts and Events Center
Plateau Canyon
Women's Veteran Memorial
Recreation
Points of Interest
Recreation
Touring - Byway
Biking
Hiking
Camping
Fishing
Boating
ATV
Horseback Riding
Skiing - Alpine
Skiing - Nordic
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Snow Biking
Dining
The 4 Distinct Byway Areas
The 4 Distinct Byway Areas
The 4 Distinct Byway Areas
Plateau Canyon - At the extreme north end of the Byway these desert sandstone canyons were inhabited for thousands of years.
Land O Lakes - features hikes that take you to views of 18 lakes, the San Juan Mountain Range and the lush valley below. On the scenic drives bucket list.
Lands End Area - Views go as far as the La Sals in Utah and of
Plateau Canyon - At the extreme north end of the Byway these desert sandstone canyons were inhabited for thousands of years.
Land O Lakes - features hikes that take you to views of 18 lakes, the San Juan Mountain Range and the lush valley below. On the scenic drives bucket list.
Lands End Area - Views go as far as the La Sals in Utah and offer the visitor an opportunity to get a real clear idea of the valleys below.
Mesa Lakes Area - providing extensive trail systems, great fishing, accommodations and moonlight skiing for winter fun.
Byway History
The 4 Distinct Byway Areas
The 4 Distinct Byway Areas
Alexander Lake Lodge - Battle with the Baron
Lands End Observatory
Mesa Creek Ski Hill
Pioneer Town
Plateau Canyon
Powderhorn Ski Resort
Stolte Shed
News
The 4 Distinct Byway Areas
News
More fun with our partners on the Byway
Two attractions on the Byway that you will want to enjoy.
One for the heritage/history buff and another for the outdoor enthusiast.
