Unaweep/Tabeguache Scenic and Historic Byway
Places to Visit

  • Redvale (CO)

    Established around 1910 by an orchard company this town at 7000 feet (2134 meters) proved to be too high in elevation and quickly became land for general farming instead of orchards.

    Location on Byway: Located along Hwy. 145 near mile marker 110.

  • San Miguel River Nature Conservancy Preserve (CO)

    This rugged, remote canyon with its steep, densely vegetated hillsides is home to an extremely diverse assemblage of plant and animal species. It represents one of the last remaining undisturbed, low to mid-elevation riparian areas of Colorado.

    Location on Byway: Located along Hwy 145 near mile marker 90.

  • Unaweep Seep and Interpretive Sign (CO)

    This is a unique wet meadow that is among the few habitats for the Nokomis Fritillary butterfly. You can pull off and read the interpretive sign on the side of the highway to learn more.

    Location on Byway: Located on Hwy. 141 near mile marker 119.8.

  • Uravan City (CO)

    The town of Uravan, established in 1936, was named during the mining boom when uranium and vanadium were milled. The uranium from this area was used in the construction of the first atomic bombs. Once a booming town, few structures remain today. Environmental reclamation and mill tailing clean up was just completed and it is hard to tell uranium tailings saturated this area.

    Location on Byway: Located on Hwy 141 near mile marker 75.7.

  • West Creek Picnic Area (CO)

    West Creek Picnic Area: The stream and associated habitat provide sanctuary for numerous wildlife species as well as a perfect place to stop along your way.

    Location on Byway: Located on Hwy 141 near mile marker 117.

  • Whitwater (CO)

    At the north end of the byway, at the US Hwy 50 and CO Hwy 141 junction, sits the rural community of Whitewater. Named after alkali-white banks of Whitewater Creek, this community was home to some of the Grand Valley’s first producing orchards. Today, fruit stands and wineries are still part of Whitewater’s appeal.

  • Wildcat Trail (CO)

    Near mile marker 133 look to the south for the trailhead of this great hiking trail. Wildcat Trail starts off easy, but gets steep toward the summit. A couple of switchbacks may require a “crawl”. At the top spectacular scenery awaits.