Known to the Ute Indians as Thigunawat (Home of the Departed Spirits); the Grand Mesa has been a beacon for adventurous souls for hundreds of years. In 1776; the Dominguez-Escalante Expedition crossed through the area while searching for a route that would become the Old Spanish Trail. In 1881; with the removal of the Ute Indians to reservation lands; homesteaders arrived and began settling in Plateau Valley. Nestled along the Grand Mesa; the valley is home to the communities of Collbran; Plateau City; Mesa; and Molina. Many of the historic buildings are still in use; and the Community Church Building has been designated a historic landmark. Recreational opportunities abound; both within the valley and nearby on the Grand Mesa. Camping; fishing; hiking; hunting; skiing; snowmobiling; and snowshoeing are among the favorites.
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