Brochures and other educational materials explaining the wonders of nature and history of man are available at most Forest Service offices. This route is a state and national scenic and historic byway, crossing the world's largest flattop mountain. The route is open all year long. Excellent fishing, hiking and camping can be enjoyed along this byway. Some 300 lakes scattered across the Grand Mesa provide superb opportunities for anglers.
Golden aspen shimmering in the fall provide an unequaled panoramic view.
In the winter, the Mesa provides premier cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. It has 120 miles of groomed snowmobile trails and 70 miles of groomed cross-country ski trails. It also provides access to the Sunlight to Powderhom snowmobile trail. Terrain on the Grand Mesa is open parks, forests and gently rolling hills, making it one of the finest places you'll find to cross-country ski. Powderhorn Ski Area is a popular spot with downhill skiers.