City of Delta Attractions

Delta, a surprising jewel in the high desert, sets in a valley surrounded by mountain ranges, canyons and rivers.

Delta History

Originally set up as a trading post for Utes and whites, the town is strategically located at the confluence of the Uncompahgre and Gunnison Rivers. Ft. Uncompahgre is a reconstruction of the original trading post used by traders, trappers and native Americans. Antoine Robidoux built the original fort in 1828 where it lasted for 18 years. Then in 1989 The City of Delta recreated the fort, as close to the original as possible, about a 1.5 miles upriver to what is now modern day Delta.

The Delta County Historical Museum will reward not only the history buff, but natural history buffs as well — fossil, dinosaur bones, and a butterfly exhibit which includes some of the only-known specimens of now extinct species.

Many buildings in Delta are on the local historic register and state register. The Fairlamb House Bed and Breakfast houses fascinating Delta history and Westways Court is another historic property complete with authentic neon sign.

Delta Recreation

An oasis in this desert is the Devil's Thumb Golf Club located only a few miles from the main intersection of town. Devil’s Thumb Golf course was rated by Golf Digest as one of the best and most affordable in the US.

This 18-hole course is tucked on the rolling hillside beneath the Grand Mesa and presents views of three different mountain ranges plus a glimpse of the Black Canyon! There are multiple options for shot execution on every hole. Some are obvious, while others are quite subtle.

Racquetball, Olympic sized swimming pool, therapy pool, weight training, aerobics, tennis and more draw the energetic to Bill Heddles Recreation Center — a truly surprising facility in this small rural community!

Confluence Park, a 265 acre riparian oasis, features foot and bike trails, swim area, picnic sites, stocked fishing lakes, river access, restrooms and fitness course.

Finally Sweitzer Lake, near Delta, is the perfect spot for relaxed boating and water skiing as well as excellent waterfowl watching and hunting. Camping is not allowed at Sweitzer.