Aspen Trails RV & Campground

The big draw around here is the huge Grand Mesa National Forest – the world’s largest flat top mountain at a whopping 541 square miles, and with more than 300 lakes scattered around. Those lakes are excellent places for fly fishing, canoeing and paddleboarding, and the scenic surrounds can be explored on hikes, mountain bike trails or ATV driving tours. Less famed but also worth a visit is the Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area, half an hour’s drive away – there’s great trout fishing and rafting here, along with trails for hiking, mountain biking and horse riding. Take in a bit of the area’s history with a trip to Western-style living museum Pioneer Town, five minutes’ drive away, and the replica 19th-century Fort Uncompahgre, half an hour away. And if you fancy a taste of the local produce, book a tour at Stoney Mesa Winery, five minutes away.