Gateway Canyons:Scenery, Solitude, Soft Adventure In the remote southwestern part of Colorado, protected in the winding canyons that run between the Uncompahgre Plateau, Piñon Mesa and the La Sal mountains, is an adventure retreat that reflects the heart of the American West. Gateway Canyons is built where West Creek joins the Dolores River. Tall cottonwood trees and irrigated green fields contrast with the vivid blue sky and the red walls of the canyons that were once home to the Anasazi. As is practical for the climate, Gateway Canyons is constructed entirely in adobe-style Southwestern architecture, with graceful arches and high ceilings. The Dolores River Inn and the Kiva Lodge offer accommodations that range from standard rooms to premium suites. There is a large outdoor pool and clubhouse courtyard, wireless Internet access, group meeting rooms, and spa treatments are available. Adjacent to the lodge rooms are four options for food. The Paradox Grille features Colorado cuisine that includes locally grown produce and meats. There is also a selection of handcrafted Colorado beers and a wide selection of wines. The Kiva Café is a smaller venue serving light fare such as salads and sandwiches (hours vary depending on the season and special events). The Paradox-To-Go deli and coffee bar has fresh-made sandwiches, pastries, espresso, and other grab-and-go items appropriate for the car or for the trail. This is located in The Outpost General Store, which has a wide selection of quality meats and produce and serves as the grocery for local residents as well. Daily entertainment includes hiking, biking, kayaking, fly fishing, horseback riding, guided Jeep and ATV tours, climbing and for winter, snowshoeing and cross country skiing. Outdoor gear and equipment are provided, and the resort houses a full retail store with clothing, accessories, and abundant resources to enhance any adventure. Not to be missed is a trip to the Gateway Colorado Auto Museum, which houses the Hendricks Collection – 60 cars, 45 on display at all times. The collection includes rare and classic American cars, ranging from the vintage 1910 Hupmobile to a 2008 Tesla Roadster. The centerpiece of the collection is the $3.2 million 1954 Oldsmobile Concept Car—the F-88. New signature facilities include the recently completed Palisade Event Center. Sitting at the heart of Gateway Canyons, the facility features a Grand Hall with Sunset Atrium for up to 300 people, Old Sage Boardroom, an HD theater, Storyteller Library, and Paint Horse art studio. The Entrada Restaurant expands the Palisade Event Center to almost 9,000 square feet, plus a 2,500 square foot patio, all amidst the breathtaking vistas of the mesas, canyons and Dolores River of southwestern Colorado. In addition, Gateway offers an outdoor amphitheater created to take advantage of the natural red rock backdrop. The brand-new Mission Bell Amphitheater is an outdoor stage and seating venue that holds up to 300 people for lectures, stage productions, concerts and ceremonies.
About Gateway Canyons Gateway Canyons is a premier resort destination with 54 rooms, state-of-the-art meeting facilities, full amenities, breathtaking scenery, a range of outdoor activities, and the Gateway Colorado Auto Museum. It is the home of Curiosity Retreats, a place where high quality learning opportunities and the surrounding natural beauty combine to create a one-of-a-kind destination experience. Located one hour southwest of Grand Junction on Colorado Scenic and Historic Byway 141, this destination is easily accessible. Frequent flights are available from Denver, Dallas, Phoenix and Salt Lake City at the full service Grand Junction Regional Airport. Private planes may arrive in Grand Junction or Montrose. Rental cars and shuttles are available. For more information, call 866.671.4733 or visit gatewaycanyons.com/press-room for an online press kit, press releases, and downloadable photographs.
Media Contacts: Tammy Anderson, Director of Lodging and Guest Experience Gateway Canyons 970.931.2647 Tammy.Anderson@GatewayCanyons.com or Vicky Nash, Public Relations Representative Resort Trends, Inc. – Tourism & Resort Communications 970.948.4923 Vicky@ResortTrends.com
