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Palisade
is a town in the west-central part of the state, known as "The Peach Capital of Colorado." As of the 2010 census, the population of Palisade was 2,692. The mild climate of the area (78 percent sunshine and a 182-day growing season,) has resulted in Palisade being known for its' peach orchards, vineyards and other fruits and vegetables. Peach, pear, apple, cherry and plum trees were planted in Palisade as early as the 1890s. The mild climate also means outdoor recreation is possible all year long. The town of Palisade borders the Bookcliffs and Grand Mesa National Forest, which offer hiking, biking, wildlife viewing, birding, scenic drives and camping. If you're looking to hit the slopes, the nearby Powderhorn Ski Resort is popular for both alpine skiing and snowboarding. This part of Colorado is also known for its' wineries. Palisade is home to two-thirds of the state's vineyard acreage, and more than one fourth of their wineries. The microclimate of sunny days, dry air and cool nights is ideal for producing plump grapes for the area wineries. Other attractions in Palisade include the annual Bluegrass & Roots Music Festival in June, and the Colorado Mountain Winefest in September. Not to be missed in the peach capital of Colorado, however, is the annual Peach Festival, held in August each year. With more than 100 vendors, live music, delicious food and plenty of outdoor activities, the Palisade Peach Festival has something for the whole family.
Surrounding areas: Clifton, Colorado (5.4 mi), Grand Junction, Colorado (11.2 mi), Fruita, Colorado (20.5 mi), Grand Mesa, Colorado (22.4 mi), Cedaredge, Colorado (27.0 mi), Delta, Colorado (29.6 mi)
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Palisade Vacation Rentals
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Palisade Hotels and Resorts
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| Best Western Clifton Inn | 328 I-70 Business Loop | Clifton, CO | 5.4 mi. | (970) 434-3400 | | Motel 6 #261 | 776 Horizon Dr | Grand Junction, CO | 9.6 mi. | (970) 243-2628 | | Residence Inn By Marriott | 767 Horizon Dr | Grand Junction, CO | 9.7 mi. | (970) 263-4004 | | Courtyard Grand Junction | 765 Horizon Dr | Grand Junction, CO | 9.8 mi. | (970) 263-4414 | | Comfort Inn | 750 3/4 Horizon Dr | Grand Junction, CO | 9.9 mi. | (970) 245-3335 | | Holiday Inn | 755 Horizon Dr | Grand Junction, CO | 9.9 mi. | (970) 243-6790 | | Ramada Inn | 752 Horizon Dr | Grand Junction, CO | 9.9 mi. | (970) 243-5150 | | Doubletree Hotel Grand Junstion | 743 Horizon Dr | Grand Junction, CO | 10.0 mi. | (970) 241-8888 | | La Quinta Inn | 2761 Crossroads Blvd | Grand Junction, CO | 10.1 mi. | (970) 241-2929 | | Quality Inn | 733 Horizon Dr | Grand Junction, CO | 10.2 mi. | (970) 245-7200 | | Travelodge-grand Junction | 704 Horizon Dr | Grand Junction, CO | 10.4 mi. | (970) 245-3080 | | West Gate Inn | 2210 Hwy 6 & 50 | Grand Junction, CO | 11.2 mi. | (800) 453-9253 | | Hampton Inn | 205 Main St | Grand Junction, CO | 12.1 mi. | (970) 243-3222 | | Hawthorn Suites LTD | 225 Main St | Grand Junction, CO | 12.3 mi. | (970) 242-2525 | | Fruita Comfort Inn | 400 Jurassic Ave | Fruita, CO | 21.1 mi. | (970) 858-1333 | | Super 8 | 399 Jurassic Ave | Fruita, CO | 21.1 mi. | (970) 858-0808 | | La Quinta Inn & Suites Fruita | 570 Raptor Rd | Fruita, CO | 21.2 mi. | (970) 858-8850 | | Howard Johnson Express Inn | 530 South Grand Mesa Dr | Cedaredge, CO | 27.2 mi. | (970) 856-7824 | | Holiday Inn Express - Parachute | 221 Grand Valley Way | Parachute, CO | 28.5 mi. | (970) 285-2330 | | Comfort Inn-delta | 180 Gunnison River Dr | Delta, CO | 29.2 mi. | (970) 874-1000 | | Riverwood Inn | 677 Hwy 50 N | Delta, CO | 29.6 mi. | (970) 874-5787 |
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Palisade Weather & Climate
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West-central Colorado, near the Utah border, has a high desert climate. It can be classified as either semi-arid to arid, depending on location. Winters are cold and dry, and snowfall is usually light and doesn't remain on the ground long. Due to its location west of the Rockies, this region doesn't receive as much influence from the Chinook winds as other parts of state. Spring comes slowly to west-central Colorado, but quickens near June. Summers are hot and dry, with at least five days per year with temperatures at or above 100 degrees F. This region receives little precipitation year-round, with no seasonal spike. Sunshine is abundant, with 300 days of sunshine per year. Autumn cools rapidly, and the first freeze usually happens in mid-October.
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| Month |
High Temp |
Low Temp |
Rainfall |
Ocean Temp |
| January |
39°F |
17°F |
0.58 in. |
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| February |
47°F |
24°F |
0.56 in. |
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| March |
57°F |
32°F |
1.14 in. |
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| April |
66°F |
39°F |
1.12 in. |
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| May |
76°F |
47°F |
1.21 in. |
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| June |
88°F |
56°F |
0.70 in. |
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| July |
94°F |
62°F |
0.76 in. |
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| August |
91°F |
61°F |
0.80 in. |
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| September |
82°F |
52°F |
1.05 in. |
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| October |
69°F |
41°F |
1.27 in. |
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| November |
52°F |
29°F |
0.94 in. |
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| December |
41°F |
20°F |
0.59 in. |
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Palisade Map & Transportation
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The closest airports in the area are Walker Field (GJT) located about 9 miles west of Palisade in Grand Junction, Colorado, Blake Field (1V9) located approximately 27 miles southeast of Palisade in Delta, Colorado, the Garfield County Regional airport (RIL) located roughly 44 miles northeast of Palisade in Rifle, Colorado, and finally the Montrose Regional airport (MTJ) located around 48 miles southeast of Palisade in Montrose, Colorado.
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Palisade Attractions
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| | | Amusement and Theme Parks |
| Fun Junction | Grand Junction | CO | 11.2 mi. | |
| | | Water Parks |
| Butch Cassidy King World Water Park | Moab | UT | 74.4 mi. | |
| | | Golf Courses |
| Chipeta Golf Course on Orchard Mesa | Grand Junction | CO | 11.2 mi. | | | Golf Club at Redlands Mesa | Grand Junction | CO | 11.2 mi. | | | Lincoln Park Golf Course | Grand Junction | CO | 11.2 mi. | | | Tiara Rado Golf Course | Grand Junction | CO | 11.2 mi. | | | Adobe Creek National Golf Course | Fruita | CO | 20.0 mi. | | | Deer Creek Village Golf Course | Cedaredge | CO | 27.3 mi. | | | Battlement Mesa Golf Club | Battlement Mesa | CO | 28.9 mi. | | | Devils Thumb Golf Club | Delta | CO | 30.0 mi. | |
| | | Ski Areas |
| Powderhorn Resort | Mesa | CO | 12.0 mi. | | | Sunlight Mountain Resort | Glenwood Springs | CO | 62.8 mi. | | | Crested Butte | Crested Butte | CO | 75.1 mi. | | | Aspen | Aspen | CO | 82.4 mi. | | | Aspen Highlands | Aspen | CO | 82.4 mi. | | | Snowmass | Aspen | CO | 82.4 mi. | | | Tiehack | Aspen | CO | 82.4 mi. | | | Telluride | Telluride | CO | 86.1 mi. | | | Keystone | Keystone | CO | 110.5 mi. | | | Ski Cooper | Leadville | CO | 110.7 mi. | | | Beaver Creek | Vail | CO | 111.8 mi. | | | Vail | Vail | CO | 111.8 mi. | |
| | | Museums |
| Museum of Western Colorado | Grand Junction | CO | 11.2 mi. | (Multidisciplinary) | | Dinosaur Valley Museum | Grand Junction | CO | 11.2 mi. | (Science) |
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