Thank you CMU Art Students for our beautiful Pool Mural

Thank you CMU Art Students for our beautiful Pool Mural

Celebrating One Year of Art: Our Pool Mural Turns One


This year, we’re celebrating something special at the Grand Junction KOA Holiday—our pool mural is officially one year old!


What makes this piece even more meaningful is how it came to life. Last year, we partnered with talented students from Colorado Mesa University (CMU), inviting them to submit original designs for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: to create a massive two-wall mural at the heart of our campground. The competition brought in a range of creative, thoughtful, and inspiring concepts, each one capturing a unique vision of our beautiful Western Colorado landscape.


After careful consideration, one design stood out among the rest.


The winning mural perfectly captures the spirit of our area—a vibrant desert oasis filled with color, warmth, and life. With sweeping desert tones, bright skies, and elements that reflect the natural beauty surrounding Grand Junction, the mural feels both energizing and peaceful. It’s bold, it’s welcoming, and it brings a sense of place to our pool area that guests instantly connect with.


Over the past year, this mural has become more than just artwork—it’s become part of the experience. Families gather around it, kids point out their favorite details, and it’s quickly become one of the most photographed spots in the park. It truly embodies the feeling we want every guest to have when they stay with us: relaxed, inspired, and immersed in the beauty of the high desert.


We’re incredibly proud to have partnered with local CMU students and to showcase their talent in such a meaningful way. Supporting local artists and bringing creativity into our space is something we value deeply, and this mural is a lasting reflection of that.


As we celebrate its first anniversary, we invite you to come see it for yourself—whether you’re taking a dip in the pool, relaxing poolside, or simply soaking in the scenery. Here’s to many more years of color, creativity, and connection.


Have you taken a photo with our mural yet? We’d love to see it—tag us and share your favorite moments!

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