I knew that my life would never be the same, and I thanked the night for my trip and returned home content. The flanks of the plateau are creased with hundreds of seldom-explored canyons. The Uncompahgre Plateau stretches north and south for almost 100 miles and can be accessed from Colorado Highway 141 south of Grand Junction, Colorado Highway 90 west of Montrose, and from the south on Colorado Highway 90 northeast of Naturita. You can explore new areas by following any of the dozens of old logging roads that crisscross parts of the mountain. With an elevation ranging from 6,500 feet to almost 11,000 feet, the Uncompahgre Plateau is a place you can enjoy year round.
Winter brings cold temperatures and possible snow at all elevations, so plan accordingly.
I hope your visit to Western Colorado is as unforgettable as my adventure was on a beautiful March weekend. Until next time, think of Colorado often. Your fellow outdoor lover, Doug Tuttle. About the Author Doug Tuttle is a Western Colorado native and has a love for the Colorado outdoors that he has enjoyed for more than 40 years. He operates an adventure planning service, Beast Of Burden, which details many trips in Colorado.