The Paonia Chamber of Commerce

Looking for the perfect weekend getaway right in your own backyard? Yearning for a walk down a country farm road under the cherry blossoms, or a romantic dinner under the twinkling lights of a pear tree in full bloom? Do you love fresh ripe fruit, locally made beer and wine, historic “Bed and Breakfasts” and views that will knock your socks off? Whether you are a hunter, foodie, recreationalist or just need to get away from it all, Paonia is...Perfect!

Just a mile off Highway 133, along the West Elk Loop on Colorado's western slope, Paonia IS what most of America once WAS, a small town with friendly people and a simpler way of living. It was founded in the early 1880s by a fruit farmer; since then it has come to include coal miners, organic farmers, early retirees and a growing number of musicians, artists, crafts people and developers of alternative energy.

Paonia's setting beneath 11,400 foot Mount Lamborn is nothing short of spectacular. Behind the mountain lies the West Elk Wilderness, which offers great hiking, biking and horseback riding. The valley in front of the mountain is dotted with orchards, cattle ranches, horse pastures and a bevy of vineyards and wineries. These businesses offer wine tasting and an array of products made from apples, cherries, peaches, nectarines and grapes, that can be found locally.

The town also boasts a handful of restaurants, a movie theater, a small airport and our town park with a gazebo stage that serves as a beautiful venue for festivals and weddings. We invite you to visit Paonia, where you'll find a the small-town West, alive and still pleasantly quirky.

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Browse around around our web site to find out more about Paonia, the Chamber and its members and North Fork Valley events. 

The North Fork Valley creative artists and agriculture producers have published directories for your perusal.

And you can always get in touch by emailing us or calling 970-527-3886. Enjoy!