Palisade
Nestled in the heart of the Grand Valley, Palisade is an agricultural haven filled with blossoming orchards, lavender fields and acres of vineyards.
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Carboy Winery at Mount Garfield Estate
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Music lovers at the Palisade Bluegrass Festival
A fish sculpture — one of many pieces of public artwork — in downtown Palisade
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Wine tasting at Palisade Restoration Vineyards
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Tasting wine at the bar at Restoration Vineyards
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A horse-drawn carriage ride past the snow-covered Grand Mesa at Palisade River Ranch
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Palisade peaches growing at SunCrest Orchard
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Wine tasting in the vineyards of Talbott Farms
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Artwork at the Blue Pig Gallery
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Things to Do in Palisade
Known as Colorado’s fruit and wine country, Palisade is home to more than 30 local Colorado wineries that boast award-winning vintages, tasting rooms, outdoor patios and scenic views of the Grand Mesa — the world’s largest flat-top mountain. There area has a unique climate ideal for growing grapes and famous peaches, as well as year-round vacationing.
Book a wine tour via horse-drawn carriage or limousine. You can also rent a bike to take a self-guided tour along the Fruit & Wine Byway to pop in and out of wineries and stop at farm stands for fresh fruit and jams. If wine isn’t your drink of choice, you'll also find a brewery, cideries, distilleries and numerous restaurants. There are several restaurants in the downtown area, where you can also shop for artwork and souvenirs or visit the Palisade History Museum.
For a more adventurous day, try Colorado River rafting, float trips or paddleboarding. Or take a scenic hike through Little Book Cliffs Wild Horse Area. You’ll also have easy access to 50-plus mountain-bike trails within a one-hour drive, including the town’s own epic Palisade Plunge — an advanced ride that descends 6,000 feet from the top of the Grand Mesa along a singletrack trail. Local bike shops can gear you up with rentals and shuttle you to the trailhead. Insider tip: Make sure you bring plenty of water, no matter where you bike.
Pluck fresh peaches, apricots and more straight from the trees at numerous u-pick orchards. Each August, the town celebrate its bounty with the Palisade Peach Festival. Other spring and summer events include a farmers' market, Palisade International Honeybee Festival and the Colorado Lavender Festival.
Come winter, spend your days enjoying world-class cross-country skiing, ice fishing or snowmobiling on top of the Grand Mesa. Head over to Powderhorn Mountain Resort for downhill skiing and snowboarding, all less than an hour away.
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