Cedaredge

Finally, visitors and historians alike will want to view the exhibits at the Welcome Center, and visit Pioneer Town - a museum and historical village located two blocks south of Main Street. Visitors can go back in time by visiting the museum’s replicas of early 20th century town buildings, including a western saloon, marshal’s office, barber shop, bank and clothing store. The latest major addition to Pioneer Town is the Doll and Toy House. This building is designed to display a portion of the museum’s large collection of dolls and toys of the past.

Its many vistas, combined with easy access to outdoor recreation opportunities on nearby Grand Mesa, give Cedaredge an unequaled mountain-town atmosphere. Yet, its small town rural ambiance creates a warm, friendly place to live and visit.

The Town of Cedaredge offers a unique opportunity for businesses in Delta County. Its location along State Highway 65 provides quick and easy access to neighboring communities such as Grand Junction, Delta and Montrose. There are many well-located vacant parcels of land available for construction, as well as several quality commercial buildings for immediate use. With its outstanding location, Cedaredge provides an ideal location for business owners who want to locate where they can both live and play.

Golfers will enjoy the challenge of the Deer Creek Golf Course - a full service municipal course that boasts two distinct nines with water, elevated tees, rolling terrain and numerous challenges. Juniors to seniors can take advantage of the fours sets of tees that offer a test to suit any skill level. Cost of play is reasonable, and the course is open seven days a week.

Cedaredge is home to a wide variety of medical services. Physicians, dentists, chiropractors, naturopaths and massage therapists have all opened offices here. In 2002, the Surface Creek Medical Clinic constructed its 5,000 square foot medical facility, and provides a full range of medical services. Delta County Fire District #2 is located within the Town, as is a branch of the Delta County Ambulance Service.

School-age children can attend all levels of school in Cedaredge, from kindergarten through high school. Recreational activities available for young people include basketball courts, playgrounds, softball and baseball fields, an archery range, a horseback riding arena, and golf. A 3,750-foot trail runs through the center of town, providing off-road travel for walkers and bicyclists. As part of their Master Plan, the Town is presently constructing an interconnecting trail system throughout the community.

Founded in 1892, Cedaredge’s economy was originally based on coal mining, agriculture and ranching. Over the past decade, the town has developed as a service center for residents of the Surface Creek Valley, for tourists traveling the National Scenic Byway - State Highway 65, or recreating on Grand Mesa.

With the development of its exceptional 18-hole golf course, the area has attracted a rich diversity of individuals from all backgrounds and locations. Artisans, writers, farmers, ranchers, shopkeepers, attorneys, doctors and retirees from throughout the United States now make up the town. A result of this diversity has been the opening of a number of Fine Art galleries, unique gift stores, antique shops, restaurants and wineries.