Surrounded by the Western Rockies of Colorado and located near the Utah border, Grand Junction is the largest center between Denver and Salt Lake City. While the city is situated amidst the mountains, it boasts mild temperatures throughout the year. Numerous vineyards and wineries operate in the surrounding countryside, making Grand Junction an excellent place to sample new wines and tour the facilities. Fans of the outdoors often visit the nearby Colorado National Monument to mountain bike, camp, hike, explore canyons and rock climb. In the winter, skiing at the nearby Powderhorn Resort is a popular pastime, while summertime features the natural wonders of the Western Colorado Botanical Gardens and Butterfly House. Families can spend a day at the Museum of Western Colorado and explore dinosaur digs and exhibits near the city, or challenge their minds at the Western Colorado Math and Science Center.