Powderhorn is located on the beautiful North Slope of the Grand Mesa, the highest flat-top mountain in the world. The ski lifts at Powderhorn are within walking distance. The resort also sponsors a children's Learn to Ski program. In warm weather, many lakes offer trout fishing and other water activities. Horseback riding is available at Mesa Lakes Resort, five miles away. Powderhorn is on the nation's list of scenic byways. Colorado National Monument, Glenwood Spring natural hot-springs pools, Delta County, and the Black Canyon of the Gunnison are all with- in a 90-minute drive.