The best tiny home rentals near Fruita, Colorado

Located on the edge of the Colorado Plateau near the Utah-Colorado border, Fruita has made a name for itself as one of America’s top mountain biking destinations. It’s a less crowded alternative to neighboring Moab and offers much in terms of hiking, camping, and sightseeing. Fruita sits at the western entrance of Colorado National Monument and only 90 minutes from Black Canyon of the Gunnison, Arches, and Canyonlands national parks. Campers will find plenty of options around Fruita from amenity-packed RV parks and scenic national park sites to primitive sites with easy access to popular mountain bike trails.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Fruita

Camp Eddy

1. Camp Eddy

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12mi from Fruita · 73 sites · RVs, Lodging

Camp Eddy’s RV Park is brand new and a one-of-a-kind experience in Grand Junction! Our property is uniquely in an urban environment, while still providing the space and tranquility of a nature-filled RV Park. This is because our RV Park is nestled into the beautiful Las Colonias Park in Grand Junction! This park is an expansive and beautiful green space with the Colorado River running through the center. The park is filled with walking and biking trails, river recreation and outdoor sports rentals, and the Amphitheater with headlining acts in the summer. We are the only RV Park around that allows for this central accessibility to the park and all of Grand Junction, while still providing a gorgeous outdoor environment! Whether you’re here for a single night, a week, or more, we know you will love this experience.

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$35

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Powderhorn Resort

2. Powderhorn Resort

32mi from Fruita · 7 sites

Powderhorn Mountain Resort stands out as one of the most family-friendly destinations in the West, offering a unique blend of breathtaking scenery and diverse outdoor activities. Nestled along the northern edge of Colorado's Grand Mesa, the world's largest flat-topped mountain, Powderhorn spans over 1,600 acres of stunning terrain. With an annual snowfall of over 250 inches of light powder, the resort features a variety of groomed runs, aspen and pine glades, and volcanic boulder fields, catering to skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels. In addition to its winter offerings, Powderhorn transforms into an exhilarating summer playground. The introduction of a downhill mountain bike park has expanded the resort's appeal, adding more trails and activities that make it a year-round destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The resort is dedicated to affordability through its Mission Affordability initiative, which aims to keep winter sports accessible by freezing or reducing prices on lift tickets and other resort products for the 2024-25 season, ensuring that families can enjoy their favorite activities without overspending. For those looking for unique accommodations, Powderhorn is launching its Tiny Home project, providing alternative lodging options at the base of the resort. These cozy, fully equipped Tiny Homes are conveniently located within walking distance of the primary

Located on the edge of the Colorado Plateau near the Utah-Colorado border, Fruita has made a name for itself as one of America’s top mountain biking destinations. It’s a less crowded alternative to neighboring Moab and offers much in terms of hiking, camping, and sightseeing. Fruita sits at the western entrance of Colorado National Monument and only 90 minutes from Black Canyon of the Gunnison, Arches, and Canyonlands national parks. Campers will find plenty of options around Fruita from amenity-packed RV parks and scenic national park sites to primitive sites with easy access to popular mountain bike trails.

100% (15) • 14 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Fruita

Camp Eddy

1. Camp Eddy

100%

(28)

12mi from Fruita · 73 sites · RVs, Lodging

Camp Eddy’s RV Park is brand new and a one-of-a-kind experience in Grand Junction! Our property is uniquely in an urban environment, while still providing the space and tranquility of a nature-filled RV Park. This is because our RV Park is nestled into the beautiful Las Colonias Park in Grand Junction! This park is an expansive and beautiful green space with the Colorado River running through the center. The park is filled with walking and biking trails, river recreation and outdoor sports rentals, and the Amphitheater with headlining acts in the summer. We are the only RV Park around that allows for this central accessibility to the park and all of Grand Junction, while still providing a gorgeous outdoor environment! Whether you’re here for a single night, a week, or more, we know you will love this experience.

Pets

Toilets

Full hookups

from

$35

/ night

Powderhorn Resort

2. Powderhorn Resort

32mi from Fruita · 7 sites

Powderhorn Mountain Resort stands out as one of the most family-friendly destinations in the West, offering a unique blend of breathtaking scenery and diverse outdoor activities. Nestled along the northern edge of Colorado's Grand Mesa, the world's largest flat-topped mountain, Powderhorn spans over 1,600 acres of stunning terrain. With an annual snowfall of over 250 inches of light powder, the resort features a variety of groomed runs, aspen and pine glades, and volcanic boulder fields, catering to skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels. In addition to its winter offerings, Powderhorn transforms into an exhilarating summer playground. The introduction of a downhill mountain bike park has expanded the resort's appeal, adding more trails and activities that make it a year-round destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The resort is dedicated to affordability through its Mission Affordability initiative, which aims to keep winter sports accessible by freezing or reducing prices on lift tickets and other resort products for the 2024-25 season, ensuring that families can enjoy their favorite activities without overspending. For those looking for unique accommodations, Powderhorn is launching its Tiny Home project, providing alternative lodging options at the base of the resort. These cozy, fully equipped Tiny Homes are conveniently located within walking distance of the primary

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The best tiny homes near Fruita guide

Where to go

North Fruita Desert

The North Fruita Desert is where you’ll find Fruita’s most famous mountain biking trails. The North Fruita Desert area hugs the Book Cliffs just north of town and offers over 250 miles of designated trails including the world-class “18 Road'' trail system. The North Fruita Desert Campground offers convenient access to the trails and dispersed camping is allowed in designated sites just outside the mountain bike trail system.

Colorado National Monument

Sitting on a high plateau, just minutes from Fruita, Colorado National Monument is a striking red rock landscape of sheer cliffs, towering sandstone formations, and dizzying canyons. The park’s top attraction is the 23-mile Rim Rock Drive, which hugs the edge of a cliff and provides access to several trailheads and scenic viewpoints. The Saddlehorn Campground is the only designated campground in the park and sites can be reserved up to six months in advance.

Grand Mesa National Forest

Situated high above the Colorado River’s Grand Valley, about 40 miles east of Grand Junction, Grand Mesa National Forest offers a cooler temperature escape in summer. This unique flat-topped mountain is filled with hundreds of gorgeous alpine lakes and over 200 miles of trails to explore. Campers will find several lakeside campgrounds and tons of opportunities for dispersed and backcountry camping.

When to go

The best seasons for mountain biking and camping in Fruita are spring and fall. Fruita gets a bit too hot in summer to thoroughly enjoy the trails. It’s not uncommon to see triple-digit temperatures in summer. Fall is a particularly nice time to visit Fruita. That’s when peaches, pears, and other delicious fruits are harvested in orchards around Fruita. Winter can also be a pleasant time to visit Fruita as long as you come prepared for chilly nights. Fruita gets very little snow in winter.

Know before you go

Fruita has grocery stores, bike shops, breweries, and restaurants. Nearby Grand Junction offers a wider variety of services.
Multi-day mountain bike rentals are available at several bike shops in Fruita.
Some dispersed camping areas near Fruita require a portable toilet and fire pan for overnight stays.
Fruita’s home of the Mike the Headless Chicken Festival. If you happen to visit in late May, don’t miss this yearly celebration that honors a chicken that supposedly survived without a head for nearly two years.