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Blue Mesa Ranch is an amazing mount ain hideaway near Gunnison, Colorado with c abins, clubhouses, swimming pools, RV and tent sites, mini-golf, activities and resort-style amenities in a classic western setting. All of our amenities are close by and our resort is a perfect place for evening walks and bike rides.
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www.bluemesarvc amping.com Blue Mesa Ranch Resort Offers n Privacy n Security n Family and Guest Privileges n 3 5 0+ Full Hookup Sites n Fully Furnished Rent al Cabins: 1 & 2 Bedroom, Cott ages, Honeymoon Cabin with Hot Tub, Family Reunion Cabin n Wi fi Internet n Cable T V n Mail Delivery n Free Long Dist ance Phone Main Clubhouse n Library n Main Office n Heated Indooor Swimming Pool, Hot Tub and Sauna n Assembly Hall for Dinners, Dancing, Entert ainment, Crafts, and More! n Patio with a Barbecue (great for sunbathing) n Saturday Morning Craft Sale n Sunday Morning Non-Denominational Church Service n Membership Office n Ice and Propane Sales n Showers and Restrooms Family Clubhouse n Miniature Golf n Horseshoes n Basketball n Shuffleb oard n Pool Tables n Video Games n Holiday Events n Playground n Pet Friendly Adult Clubhouse n Laundry n Pool Tables n Hot Clean Showers and Restrooms n Outdoor Swimming Pool and Hot Tub n Card Tournaments, Puzzles and Other Activities Assorted Activities Including n Arts and Crafts n Casino Night and Bingo n Holiday Concerts n Contests: “Texas Holdum”, Tuesday Yard Sales, Exercise Programs, Dances and Much More! Blue Mesa Ranch offers daily activities Swimming Pool & Hot Tub Playground Miniature Golf Course Shuffleboard Courts Lake Recreation We have just what you want! A vacation means different things to different people and we have just what you want! Inspire your passion for adventure at Blue Mesa Ranch. From horseback riding and wilderness adventures to an endless list of water activities, Blue Mesa Ranch is the perfect base c amp from which to explore.
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Blue Mesa Lake is part of the Curec anti National Recreation Area which features two additional reservoirs, and is loc ated on the edge of the Black Canyon National Park. Gunnison Country offers outst anding scenery along its backcountry roads, and has some of the best places to go 4-wheeling and jeeping. on Blue Mesa Lake Black Canyon Gunnison wheeling Curecanti
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www.bluemesarvc amping.com RCottage V Sites Rustic Cabins Rustic Cabins Interior Cottages Interior Blue Mesa Ranch cabins give you a choice of rustic cabins in the trees or cottages. Rustic c abins have one or two bedrooms and cott ages have two bedrooms. Enjoy spacious RV sites and a relaxing experience with warm days and cool evenings. You will not believe our beautiful st arry nights! And did we mention — we are pet friendly. Cabins, cott ages and RV sites
n Black Canyon National Park No other c anyon in North Americ a combines the narrow opening, sheer walls, and st artling depths offered by the Black Canyon of the Gunnison.
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n Museum & Observatory Explore Gunnison's recent history at the Gunnison Pioneer Museum or dig into the ancient past at the Tenderfoot Site. You c an also look to the st ars at the Gunnison Valley Observatory.
n Boating, Water Sports, Fishing Blue Mesa RV Ranch is directly across from Blue Mesa Reservoir, Colorado’s largest b ody of water a 26 mile long lake with 9 6 miles of shoreline. Blue Mesa has two marinas, great fishing, b oating and water sports.
Surrounding Blue Mesa Ranch is a truly amazing selection of landsc apes and natural wonders. And all within a day’s drive or closer. We have national parks, recreation areas, national forests, unique mount ain towns and so much more.
n Elk Creek Marina & Pappy’s Rest aurant Pappy's Rest aurant loc ated at Elk Creek Marina has been a timeless tradition on Blue Mesa. It's hard to find a more picturesque loc ation to dine in the Gunnison Valley. n Horseback Riding Ride the trails and enjoy the scenery of Colorado’s spect acular West Elk Wilderness. Mountain Biking Area highlights “While there is plenty to keep you busy on-site, Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch is in a wonderful location, with much to offer nearby!” Rafting & Kayaking n Fishing & Boating n Zip Lining n Horseback Riding n RVing & Camping n Hiking & Backpacking n Festivals n Art Centers n Spas n Jeep Touring n Museums n Yoga n And More!
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n Golfing Golfers will enjoy scenery, challenge, and fun at the nearby courses, Dos Rios Golf Club and Crested Butte Country Club.
n Step Back in Time Explore the many ghost towns and areas with remnants of the late 1 8 00s silver and gold mining rush on a four wheel drive Jeep tour or in your personal vehicle. n Picnic at 11,000 Feet Ride a chairlift at Crested Butte Mount ain Resort to 11,4 00 feet. Sightseers c an hike to the 12,1 62-foot summit or stop for lunch and t ake in the stunning scenery.
n Fly fish in Gold Medal Rivers Let one of our expert anglers t ake you on a guided fly fishing excursion on the Gunnison, East and Taylor Rivers, some of the finest trout streams in Colorado n A Mount ain Biking Mecc a It’s also home of the Mount ain Bike Hall of Fame. Ride the legendary Lower Loop (scenic, easier), Rage in the Sage (high desert, intermediate), or the famous, lung busting #4 0 1. n Hiking Stimulates Mind & Body Explore the spect acular beauty of the mesas, lakes, c anyons, meadows and Rocky Mount ains on hundreds of miles of trails. n Events Bring out our Fun-loving Side We love to have a good time and celebrate music, rivers, cowb oys, wildflowers, great beers and wine and all of the ways that snow c an be used and enjoyed, just for st arters.
n Take a Pontoon Boat Ride Journey through the Black Canyon of the Gunnison by boat past waterfalls, stunning spires and the dramatic cliffs of one of our nation’s newest national parks.
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n Theatre & Concerts Several arts venues host theatre productions, concerts, art exhibitions, classes, and more yearround. n Laid-Back Cooking Classes Two of the Gunnison Valley’s most popular chefs lead hands on workshops. Let Keely Murphy and Mike Busse expand your culinary horizons. amping.com Golf RCourses iver Rafting Pontoon B oat Ride Horseback Riding
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n Get Soaked Raft, k ayak or c anoe the rollicking rapids and relaxing waves on the Taylor and Gunnison Rivers. Or set sail on Blue Mesa Lake, Colorado’s largest b ody of water, at Curec anti National Recreation Area for a full day of water sports.
n Grab Your Spurs Take a journey on horseback through the real Americ an West. Outfitter loc ated on site.
n Loc al Brews & Great Wines Go microbrewery hopping for some suds. Look for large wine lists at many of our valley’s premier rest aurants.
n 85 percent of Gunnison County is pristine, scenic public land. n 20,000 acres of public fishable waters, including the largest b ody of water in Colorado. Blue Mesa Reservoir is 22 miles long and has 9,000 acres of fishable waters with 9 6 miles of shoreline. n 3,9 00 miles of fishable streams n 50 moose (and the numbers are growing) n 200 Rocky Mount ain goats n 325 bighorn sheep n 4 00 pronghorn antelope n 1 4,5 00 elk n 1 6,000 deer n 17,000 c attle n 42 miles of rafting waters (Taylor and Gunnison Rivers) n 100 licensed outfitters and commercial recreational services n Biking trails — too many trails and too varied to mention. n Hiking trails ditto n 43 historic town sites and “ghost areas” FAST FACTS OF G U N N I SON C OU NT Y Visit www.gunnisoncrestedbutte.com Travel Times n Denver: 4 Hours n Colorado Springs: 3.5 Hours n Pueblo: 3 Hours n Grand Junction: 2 Hours n Durango: 4 Hours Nestled at the southern base of the West Elk Wilderness at an elevation of 7,6 00 feet, Blue Mesa RV Ranch is truly a Rocky Mount ain High. Located next to beautiful Blue Mesa Lake with over 9 6-miles of shoreline and all the best amenities. 276 0 1 West Highway 5 0 n Gunnison, Colorado 8 123 0 n www bluemesarvc amping com (8 6 6) 3 42–4 6 6 4 Elk Creek Marina
