Grand Mesa Lodge

Perched at 10,500 feet on Island Lake, the largest flat-topped mountain in the world, our Grand Mesa Lodge offers a unique mountain retreat where adventure meets relaxation. We provide rustic cabins with fully equipped kitchens, campfire rings, and charcoal grills, alongside a one-bedroom motel suite and three RV sites. Guests can explore the surrounding wilderness through snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and hiking, with equipment rentals available for snowshoes, boats, and paddleboards. The Palisade Plunge, the longest dedicated mountain biking trail in the USA, and the famed Crag Crest Trail are just minutes away. Our signature dining destination, the Hungry Moose restaurant and bar, holds the distinction of being the only restaurant in the world open 365 days a year at this elevation. We serve favorites like pizza, chili, and sandwiches, and host live music events throughout the summer. Fishing for rainbow, cutthroat, and brook trout in Island Lake or enjoying the 62-mile Grand Mesa Scenic Byway makes us the perfect base for your high-country escape.