Kelly’s guidebook
Food scene
Good food, coffee and wine, cozy cute spot and wine tastings, plus a local store!
22 locals recommend
Root and Vine Market
40823 CO-133Good food, coffee and wine, cozy cute spot and wine tastings, plus a local store!
The Lazy J Coffee Shop
286 CO-92Good coffee and service
Sweetgrass Paonia
120 Grand AvenueGreat coffee and sandwiches, gluten free options.
Incredible views, great wine, friendly owners. A must for visitors.
29 locals recommend
AZURA CELLARS AND GALLERY
16764 Farmers Mine RdIncredible views, great wine, friendly owners. A must for visitors.
Beautiful views, great wine, fantastic gourmet meals with local vendors providing ingredients, on site vineyard and outstanding customer service.
21 locals recommend
Mesa Winds Farm & Winery
31262 L RdBeautiful views, great wine, fantastic gourmet meals with local vendors providing ingredients, on site vineyard and outstanding customer service.
Sightseeing
Unbelievable views. GPS the Crawford location, not Montrose.
153 locals recommend
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
Unbelievable views. GPS the Crawford location, not Montrose.
Beautiful old volcano with hiking. Great views. A favorite of the native Americans.
11 locals recommend
Needle Rock
Beautiful old volcano with hiking. Great views. A favorite of the native Americans.
City/town information
Beautiful town with great shops and friendly people. The valley is covered with orchards and vineyards. Great local produce, farmers markets and summer music.
21 locals recommend
Paonia
Beautiful town with great shops and friendly people. The valley is covered with orchards and vineyards. Great local produce, farmers markets and summer music.
Traveler advice
Getting around
You will need to rent a car and watch the weather
Be sure to watch the weather forecast in the winter for potential snow and rent a four-wheel drive vehicle if you are flying in. Some roads can be treacherous in the snow.
What to pack
Remember to pack for changing temperatures.
It can start out cold, get warm during the day, then get cold again at night, so dress in layers. Remember to bring hiking boots and warm socks if you are visiting in the winter.