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James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park
James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park © Wolfpack306 at English Wikipedia / Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
This was taken in the Island Aceres Part of James M. Robb Colorado River State park.This photo was taken by Daniel Smith and is released into Public domain
James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park © Jeffrey Beall / CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
One of the signs for the James M. Robb Colorado River State Park, Fruita Section. The sign is located at 595 Hwy 340, Fruita, Colorado.
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JAMES M. ROBB - COLORADO RIVER STATE PARK
JAMES M. ROBB - COLORADO RIVER STATE PARK
595 595 Highway 340
Fruita, Colorado   81521
(lat:39.1512 lon:-108.7441) map location

Phone: 970-858-9188
The Colorado River State Park was renamed James M. Robb Colorado River State Park in 2005 to honor a visionary. Mr. Robb was instrumental in creating this string of pearls, or five distinct sections, that are this park.

From Fruita on the west end, to Island Acres on the east end and three stops in-between, this is one park split into five sections. To visit the park, follow the Colorado River west from Debeque Canyon to Fruita, and enjoy five uniquely different river and lake based outdoor recreation opportunities.
History of the Area
The park, located in Colorado's Grand Valley, was established in 1994. It spans five distinct sections along the Colorado River. Named after James M Robb who dedicated his life to developing and preserving outdoor recreational spaces within the state of Colorado.

Robb played a significant role as Director of Parks & Recreation for Fruita City before becoming involved with State Park projects. His efforts led to its creation and subsequent expansion over time.

In recognition of his contributions, it was renamed from 'Colorado River State Park' to honor him posthumously in 2005.

Passes
All Colorado State Parks have entrance fees. All vehicles are required to have an entrance pass and some parks have walk-in fees. Visit the Colorado Park Entrance Pass web page.
Camping
Camping is offered year-round at the Island Acres section and the Fruita section.

Weekends in summer fill-up fast. Consider camping during the week and off-season while visiting one of the many attractions or events.


Location
James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park is located near Clifton, Fruita and Grand Junction

Trails
All trails of James M. Robb-Colorado River State Park are included in the Colorado Riverfront Trail System. The gentle grades of these trails are great for an afternoon stroll, bike ride or challenging run.

Island Acres
Theres a one-mile natural surface trail following the course of the Colorado River, giving hikers a view of the park while taking a pleasant stroll through the area's geological history.

Corn Lake
Theres a one-mile, hard-packed trail around the lake and along the Colorado River. A paved trail continues 3 miles west to 29 Road. In addition to Corn Lake, this trail can be accessed at the Colorado River Wildlife Area at 30 Road. The newest section of the Riverfront trail continues East from Corn Lake under 32 Road and continues for 1-1/2 miles.

Connected Lakes
There are six-miles of paved and natural surface trails winding around the three lakes that comprise this area, the Redlands Canal and Colorado River. From Connected Lakes walkers can access other sections of Riverfront Trails, including the Audubon Trail and South Rim area of the Redlands.

Fruita
Theres a 1/4 mile natural surface trail along the river and a 1 mile natural surface trail around Red Rocks Lake. The Fruita Section of the Riverfront trail running from Fruita east to Walker Wildlife Area is now open.

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Area Campgrounds
Grand Junction KOA Holiday
2819 U.S. 50
Grand Junction, CO
800-562-1510
Monument RV Resort & Storage
607 Highway 340
Fruita, CO
Junction West RV Park
793 22 Road
Grand Junction, CO
970-245-8531
Canyon View RV Resort
746 23 1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO
970-730-2600
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Directions
Directions from Denver, Colorado:

- Start on I-70 W from Colfax Ave.
- Continue for about 200 miles.
- Take exit 37 toward Clifton.
- Turn left onto CO -141 N/32 Rd after the ramp.

From Grand Junction, Colorado:

- Begin by heading east on US -50 E towards S Spruce St
- Take a right turn at the first cross street onto S Spruce St
- Follow Patterson Road and F road to your destination in Fruitvale.

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