Ray’s Jerky
Gift shop interior at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park with jerky on wooden shelves.
Gift shop building at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park entrance.

Ray’s Jerky

Shops★★★★☆
Last Updated: February 2026
⚠️ Temporarily Closed

Hours

Montrose Store: Sun-Thu 10 am - 5 pm MST; Fri-Sat 10 am - 6 pm MST. Ouray Store hours not explicitly detailed; reviews suggest open to visitors

Price Range

Budget to Mid-Range

Contact

(970) 626-3700

Online Store

No

Overview

About This Shop

This is a Heritage Atelier-style shop anchored by Ray's Jerky brand. The #1 unique product is Ray's Jerky flavors offered exclusively in-store. The provenance is clear: 100% American meats produced domestically.

Why Shop Here

Exclusive Ray's Jerky flavors, 100% American meats, and a friendly, owner-operated experience with a curated selection of Colorado goods.

At a Glance

Signature Items

Ray's Jerky signature flavors (Black Pepper, Jalapeño, Prime Rib, Elk, Bison); Buy 5 Bags, Get the 6th Free promotion

Shop If / Skip If

✅ SHOP IF: You want authentic jerky from a family-run shop and exclusive Ray's Jerky flavors. ❌ SKIP IF: You dislike jerky or prefer mass-market snacks.

What They Sell

Ray's Jerky (3.25 oz bags) with flavors like Black Pepper, Jalapeño, Prime Rib, Elk, Bison; Beef sticks; Amish caramels; local Colorado products (honey, jellies, salsa)

Best Time to Visit

Year-round; mornings tend to be quieter and free samples are available to explore flavors

Shopping Tips

  • Try best-sellers: Black Pepper, Jalapeño, Prime Rib, Elk, and Bison jerky
  • Honey Beef Sticks are highly recommended
  • Take advantage of free samples to explore the lineup

The Story

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