Written By Kathleen M. Bush
The population of the city of Montrose is 14,771 persons and its elevation is 5,794 feet above sea level. Unique images remain a firm part of one’s memory; that’s why travelers often return to Montrose. Located in the center of Uncompahgre Valley, Montrose puts visitors in the hub of major attractions. The wealth of natural beauty, coupled with over 260 days of sunshine and mild winters, makes for friendly faces and warm, cozy and comfortable places.
Montrose offers a bounty of natural enticements and recreational opportunities including the San Juan Mountains, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Curecanti National Recreation Area, Ridgway State Park, Uncompahgre, Grand Mesa and San Juan National Forests, Colorado National Monument, Gunnison Gorge, Uncompahgre Plateau, scenic byways, Cimarron Wilderness Area and Owl Creek Pass.
Though there are plenty of thrilling adventures to be had in Montrose and the surrounding areas, the town touts “soft adventure” with an abundance of cultural, historic and slower-paced activities. Visit the Ute Museum and Ouray Memorial Park where homage is paid to Chief Ouray and Princess Chipeta of the Ute Indian Tribe. Check out a collection of days-gone-by and treasures from the past at the Montrose County Historical Museum. For annual events, Montrose’s calendar overflows with Western traditions like the County Fair and Rodeo, Best of the West Food Fest and Main in Motion—the latter occurs every Thursday night, June through August. Montrose is ideal for those seeking a bigger town with a small-town feel.
Town Attributes
• Median Temperatures:
Summer: 88°/49°F / Winter: 38°/13°F
• Days of Sunshine Per Year: 224-274
• Average Annual Snowfall: 25.9”
• Founded: 1882
• Median Age: 38.8
• Industry: Ag/Tourism/Service/Manufacturing
• College: Mesa State College (Montrose Campus)
Population Characteristics*
• Montrose County (2004 est.) 36,674
• Montrose City (2004 est.) 14,771
• Population of males (2000 est.) 49.2%
• Population of females (2000 est.) 50.8%
• Average household size (2000) 2.52
• Persons per square mile (2000) 16
• H.S. graduates or higher (2000) 17,815
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher (2000) 4,121
All statistics for Montrose, CO can be viewed at the U.S. Census Bureau’s web page located at www.factfinder.census.gov
Transportation
Airports
• Montrose Regional Airport (970) 249-3203
• Walker Field (G. Junction) (970) 244-9100
Airlines
• American Airlines (800) 433-7300
• United Airlines/Sky West (800) 241-6522
• Continental Airlines (800) 525-0280
Car Rentals
• National (800) CAR-RENT
• Budget (800) 527-0700
• Dollar (800) 800-4000
• Thrifty (800) THRIFTY
• Hertz (800) 654-3131
• Enterprise (800) RENT-A-CAR
Attractions
• Public Parks (x23)
• Campgrounds (x9)
• Movie Theaters (x6)
• Golf Courses (x4), Putt-Putt Golf Courses (x1)
• Disc Golf Course (x1)
• RV Parks (x6)
• Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
• Blue Mesa Reservoir
• Skatepark
• Bowling Alley
• Magic Circle Theatre
• Cimarron Railroad Exhibit
• Ute Indian Museum
• Montrose County Historic Museum
• BMX Racing Track
• Montrose Aquatic Center
• Historic Downtown
• Montrose Pavilion
• Nearby Ski Areas: Crested Butte, Powderhorn, Silverton, Telluride
• Countless hiking and biking trails
Visitor’s Services
• Montrose Visitor and Convention Bureau/Chamber of Commerce
1519 East Main St. (970) 249-5000 / (800) 923-5515
Email: michelleg@visitmontrose.net/info@montrosechamber.com
Website: www.visitmontrose.net/www.montrosechamber.com
Medical Services
• Montrose Memorial Hospital
800 South Third Street (970) 249-2211
www.montrosehospital.com
• Montrose Veterinary Clinic
2260 South Townsend Ave. (970) 249-5469
• Montrose Visitor and Convention Bureau/
Chamber of Commerce, 1519 East Main St.
(970) 249-5000 / (800) 923-5515
Email: michelleg@visitmontrose.net / info@montrosechamber.com
Website: www.visitmontrose.net / www.montrosechamber.com
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