Fruita, Colorado is a small town west of Grand Junction. Fruita is known for its easy access to some of the world’s best mountain biking trails.
Elevation: 4,514′
Population: 13,406
Zipcode: 81521
Area code: 970
Fruita Colorado
The Monument Glows in Fall — Why Colorado Locals Love It
With golden leaves and fewer crowds, late fall at Colorado National Monument paints a picture perfect for anyone craving a little tranquility outdoors.
Kokopelli's Stunning Bike Trails
Imagine cruising through stunning canyon vistas, where every twist and turn on the Kokopelli Trails opens up a new adventure for mountain bikers.
Your Guide to Grand Junction’s Coziest Fall Coffee Spots
Nothing says autumn like a warm drink in hand. Get ready to taste the flavors of the season at local coffee shops!
Creepy Event Features Fruita Colorado’s Mike the Headless Chicken
Creeporado, an event coming to Colorado soon, will feature a fun, yet creepy, scavenger hunt centered around Fruia’s famous Mike the Headless Chicken.
From Fruita to Clifton, This Park Connects It All
Hidden gems include unexpected habitats and new river safety patrols locals may not know.
Suicides in Mesa County, Colorado—What You Need to Know
A closer look reveals that the mental health crisis is impacting our youth more than ever, with staggering stats that demand our attention.
Headless Mike Lives On
Against all odds, Mike the Wyandotte chicken lived for 18 headless months in 1945–47, becoming a sideshow star, funding his owner’s truck, and inspiring an annual festival and statue in Fruita, Colorado.
Fruita’s Monumental Lights Gala Is Almost Here
Fruita's first Monumental Lights Gala is coming September 5, with dinner by the monument, live music, and community spirit all in one unforgettable evening.
This Colorado City Might Have the Best Public Bathrooms in America
One national contest is celebrating the best of the best when it comes to public bathrooms and Colorado made the ranking this year.
Unfortunate Colorado History: Fruita Was Once a Sundown Town
Fruita, Colorado, once had a law that discriminated against African Americans, which was repealed in 1952.