Title: Things to Do in Fruita in 2026 | Expedia.com [Fruita Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Fruita.dx181493)[Hotels in Fruita](https://expedia.com/Fruita-Hotels.d181493.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Fruita](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Fruita.d181493.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Fruita](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Fruita.d181493.Car-Rental-Guide)[Fruita Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Fruita.d181493.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Fruita ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Fruita Types of activities [Fruita Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Fruita.dx181493) ![Wide panorama of the stone landmarks, plants, distant mountains, and vast sky of Colorado National Monument](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181493/db06b036-9195-49cf-a625-bca886ae8daf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wide panorama of the stone landmarks, plants, distant mountains, and vast sky of Colorado National Monument](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181493/db06b036-9195-49cf-a625-bca886ae8daf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mesas as far as the eye can see.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181493/5b3d5247-689a-4dc3-8bc6-dd989b15c9c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Located at the northeastern edge of the Colorado Plateu, the Escalante Canyon is one of the most pristine climbing areas in all of canyonlands. The canyon was formed over 600 million years as Escalante Creek carved the 1,300 foot gorge. The Escalante Canyon has a long history of human occupation. The Ute Indians for years had made the North Fork of the Escalante River their winter home. Early settlers, attracted by the year-long water supply and sheltering cliffs, son pushed the Indians off the land. Many cattle outfits began using the canyon as their winter quarters. In 1886, John Musser took up residence in one of the first homesteads in the canyon where he operated the Musser Cattle Company. Over the years the company has acquired ranch after ranch so that now most of the grazing paddocks along the canyon's entire length are consolidated under Musser Cattle. The infamous Colorado Sheep War centered around cattlemen protecting their grazing land from flocks of hungry sheep. In the early 1900s, an unwritten code existed which relegated sheep to one side of the Gunnison River. When a swinging bridge was built over the river and sheep travelled across, the cattlemen retaliated by shooting hundreds of sheep. Two residents of the canyon died in the shootout. #historicalplace #rockclimbing #outdoorfun #outdoorlife #adventurelife #exploremore #hikinglife #wildlife](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181493/37dc6ecd-4842-4d81-92af-7dd101ad33df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Devil's Kitchen A .8 short hike Part of the colorado National monument , National Parks ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181493/e3e7e21f-323e-44dc-9bc4-a6237ee571e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- --- ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_181493) ## Recommended things to do in Fruita | Number of things to do | 3 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Colorado National Monument Scenic Drive: Self-Guided Audio Tour](/things-to-do/colorado-national-monument-scenic-drive-self-guided-audio-tour.a50352888.activity-details): $17 | | Top 5 things to do | [Self Guided Audio Driving Tour of Colorado National Monument](/things-to-do/self-guided-audio-driving-tour-of-colorado-national-monument.a51247005.activity-details)[Colorado National Monument Scenic Drive: Self-Guided Audio Tour](/things-to-do/colorado-national-monument-scenic-drive-self-guided-audio-tour.a50352888.activity-details)[Colorado National Monument Self Guided Audio Driving Guided Tour](/things-to-do/colorado-national-monument-self-guided-audio-driving-guided-tour.a50819569.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Self Guided Audio Driving Tour of Colorado National Monument](/things-to-do/self-guided-audio-driving-tour-of-colorado-national-monument.a51247005.activity-details)[Colorado National Monument Scenic Drive: Self-Guided Audio Tour](/things-to-do/colorado-national-monument-scenic-drive-self-guided-audio-tour.a50352888.activity-details)[Colorado National Monument Self Guided Audio Driving Guided Tour](/things-to-do/colorado-national-monument-self-guided-audio-driving-guided-tour.a50819569.activity-details) | | With kids | | ## What to do in Fruita --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Fruita? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Fruita ![Panorama of the Saddlehorn and its surroundings, seen from Otto's Trail in the Colorado National Monument](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561886717/73047396-06be-46e8-b637-874ecd5bc7bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Colorado Welcome Center Colorado Welcome Center is just one of the places to see in Fruita, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the notable monuments and biking trails in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Colorado-Welcome-Center-Fruita.d553248621561886717.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rattlesnake Canyon in McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area, Colorado state, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089679/6ea88f61-cef6-4871-953f-023e99c57273.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Black Ridge Canyons Wilderness Explore the great outdoors at Black Ridge Canyons Wilderness, a lovely green space in Fruita. You can seek out the biking trails in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Black-Ridge-Canyons-Wilderness-Fruita.d6089679.Vacation-Attraction) ![East Rim Arch at Rattlesnake Canyon in McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area, Colorado State, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/866962792572661760/67e069a0-6f6a-41c6-a46a-eb3b11ec4c2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rattlesnake Canyon Arches Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rattlesnake Canyon Arches during your travels in Fruita. You can seek out the biking trails in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Rattlesnake-Canyon-Arches-Fruita.d866962792572661760.Vacation-Attraction) ![福井駅前・恐竜モニュメント](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532645524/bd66b356-365e-43fb-9148-0878259dd9c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dinosaur Journey You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Dinosaur Journey in Fruita. Make time for the notable monuments and biking trails in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Dinosaur-Journey-Fruita.d553248621532645524.Vacation-Attraction) #### Devils Canyon Science and Learning Center You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Devils Canyon Science and Learning Center during your travels in Fruita. Make time to visit the area's notable monuments, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Devils-Canyon-Science-And-Learning-Center-Fruita.d553248621532645523.Vacation-Attraction) #### Western Slope Vietnam War Memorial You can learn about the history of Fruita with a stop at Western Slope Vietnam War Memorial. Check out the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Western-Slope-Vietnam-War-Memorial-Fruita.d553248621532645525.Vacation-Attraction) #### Colorado Canyons Hospital & Medical Center Though Colorado Canyons Hospital & Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Fruita while you are here. [](https://expedia.com/Colorado-Canyons-Hospital-Medical-Center-Grand-Junction.d624547989477863424.Vacation-Attraction) #### Adobe Creek National Golf Course Enjoy a round of golf in Fruita at Adobe Creek National Golf Course. Check out the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Adobe-Creek-National-Golf-Course-Fruita.d553248621561886719.Vacation-Attraction) #### Family Health West Though Family Health West might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Fruita while you are here. [](https://expedia.com/Family-Health-West-Grand-Junction.d624549958708432896.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Fruita ![Grand Junction](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1331/4ddb85b6-82af-4050-a538-561fe9f1e9cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Grand Junction ![#canyon lands #falsekiva ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000429511/e35635c3-aef5-452b-a476-d05363b7e9d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Loma ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fruita worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Fruita? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Fruita? ### Is three days enough to stay in Fruita? ### What are some activities to do in Fruita with kids? ### What to do in Fruita for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Fruita?