QUALITY OF LIFE.  With endless outdoor activities, a generally mild climate and no natural disasters, Montrose is a highly desirable place to live. The town slogan is, literally, “Stay here, play everywhere.” There are several creeks and rivers in the local area for fly fishing. Multiple rafting options from thrilling white water to gentle float trips. Spend a leisurely day on the Gunnison or float a few hours down the Uncompahgre. Riverbottom Park offers outdoor space for family activities, dedicated wave spots for river surfing, a newly constructed amphitheater for live music events, a bike path, and a large dog park. 

World-class mountain bike trails are all within a short drive. Peach Valley-Flat Top is one of the largest motorized vehicle recreation areas in the country with 64,000 acres for ATV/UTV and dirt bike riding. There are 3 local golf courses. Limitless options for horse riding, mountain biking, paddle boarding, boating, camping, and hiking. Montrose is a mecca of recreational activities.

Montrose is home of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison, National Park, designated a “dark sky’ park, and located just east of town. Telluride is little more than an hour away, with its iconic ski slopes, luxury resort, shopping, festivals, and fine dining. Vail, Aspen, and Crested Butte are all easily accessible for world class skiing, golfing and spas. Also within a short driving distance are Moab and Arches National Park, Colorado National Monument, Durango and the historic steam engine train into the mountains, and World Heritage Site, Mesa Verde National Park.