Breathtaking Views at Lands End Observatory

Getting There

• Public Bus

  Start at the Grand Junction Transit Center located at 525 South 6th Street. Take the Route 1 bus heading towards Orchard Mesa. Stay on the bus for approximately 15 minutes. Disembark at the Orchard Mesa Stop. From there, you will need to walk approximately 1.5 miles west. Follow the signs towards the Colorado National Monument which will lead you to Lands End Observatory.

• Bicycle

  Begin at the Grand Junction City Hall located at 250 North 5th Street. Rent a bicycle from a local bike rental shop. Head southeast on 5th Street, turning onto Monument Road. Continue on Monument Road until you reach the entrance of the Colorado National Monument. Follow the designated bike paths leading up to Lands End Observatory, which is about 7 miles from the city center.

• Walking

  If you are feeling adventurous and want to walk, start at the Grand Junction City Hall located at 250 North 5th Street. Walk south on 5th Street, then take a right onto Main Street. Head towards the Colorado National Monument entrance. Continue walking along the paved road leading into the monument. It is a challenging trek of about 8 miles, so be prepared for a long walk under the Colorado sun.

• Rideshare

  Download a rideshare app like Uber or Lyft. Input 'Lands End Observatory, Grand Junction, CO 81501' as your destination. This is the quickest way to reach the observatory without a car. The drive should take around 20-25 minutes, depending on traffic.