VACANT LAND FOR SALE ON WESTERN SLOPE OF COLORADOBring your vision to this Western Colorado 4.62-acre residential buildable lot near the growing Whitewater area with convenient access to Highway 50. Enjoy private country living yet only minutes from Grand Junction – the Western Slope’s largest hub for shopping, medical services, regional airport, Mesa County school districts, residential amenities, year-round activities, recreation and access to the I-70 corridor leading to endless Colorado adventures. Centrally located on the Western Slope of Colorado which is known for mild climates and outdoor lifestyle. Near the Uncompahgre National Forest covering almost a million acres of pristine high country – Grand Mesa, aka the largest flattop mountain in the world – Bookcliff Mountain Range with wild horse sanctuary viewing, – Colorado National Monument and more recreation areas. Take in the views of the Uncompahgre Mountain Range and embrace a country lifestyle under blue skies and star-studded nights. A great opportunity for a custom home build, investment property, livestock setup or horse property in desirable Mesa County. Electric is near and buyer to verify the domestic water source.SURROUNDING AREAS OF MESA COUNTY COLORADONearby Grand Junction and surrounding communities offer a regional airport, major shopping residential services and more. The I-70 corridor leads to Denver and accesses more locations Colorado is known for. Work and play beneath blue mountain skies and star-studded nights. The towns of Palisade, Clifton, Grand Junction, Orchard Mesa, and Fruita span several miles along I70 corridor with major shopping, colleges, schools, hospitals, regional airport, and more amenities for residential and business needs. Stop at any one of the museums or visitor centers to learn more about the history and what the region has to offer. Enjoy annual all year-round events, farmers’ markets, festivals, breweries, wineries, unique specialty shops, rodeos, fruit stands, and more that Western Colorado has to offer. The region is known for its mild winters, sunny days, and year-round recreation from the high desert to the nearby mountaintops. WESTERN COLORADO RECREATION The Western Slope of Colorado has year-round recreation for all outdoor enthusiasts. Travel the Rim Rock Drive of the nearby Colorado National monument. Enjoy the magnificent views of rock formations, canyons, plants, birds and wildlife along the drive or hiking trails. Photo opportunities for the photographer, and don’t forget the selfies. Stop at the visitor center for information on picnic and campground areas, hiking trails, youth learning opportunities, and the history of this valley’s treasure of beauty. Mount Garfield is one of the well-known landmarks for hiking and viewing wildlife, including wild horses. Enjoy river rafting or tube floating along the river or fishing along the many accesses to the riverbanks of the Colorado River. The surrounding high desert offers off road, ATV, hiking, biking, horseback riding and challenging Jeep trails. Explore the valleys and canyons offering dinosaur finds and diggings, hiking, river rafting, boating, and fishing. Uncompahgre National Forest spans across western Colorado counties covering almost a million acres of pristine high country. Within an hour’s drive along I70 and Highway 65, also known as the scenic byway of Grand Mesa, sits the largest flattop mountain in the world with over 300 lakes for fishing, boating, camping, lodges, and thousands of trails for hiking, ATV, biking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and hunting districts. Photo opportunities abound for the amateur or professional photographer. A visitor center on top of the Grand Mesa has information and a gift shop. Powderhorn Ski Resort sits at the base of Grand Mesa with ski slopes for all ages and skills with winter and summer activities. From the high mountain peaks to the lush valleys and high desert canyonlands, find Colorado adventure in every direction.
