Colona, CO

Tucked into the Uncompahgre Valley along Highway 550, Colona is a tiny rural community just south of Montrose and north of Ridgway. Founded in the 1870s as a stage stop and later a narrow-gauge railroad depot, it has kept its quiet, open character for well over a century. Historic landmarks like the 1916 Grange hall still anchor the area, surrounded by pastures and views of the distant San Juan Mountains. It serves as a peaceful home base for anyone looking for rural space while staying minutes from Montrose for groceries, healthcare, and daily errands.