Discover the Best Festivals in Crested Butte, Colorado: Your Ultimate Guide to Year-Round Fun Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Crested Butte, Colorado, is more than just a picturesque ski town. It’s a vibrant community that comes alive with a variety of festivals throughout the year. From lively music festivals and arts showcases…
Crested Butte offers thousands of acres of some of the world’s most renowned mountain bike country. Additionally, the Gunnison Valley boasts more than 750 miles of singletrack mountain bike trails. In fact, it is arguably considered the birthplace of mountain biking. Naturally, you’d expect to find great products and support regarding all things bike rentals,…
Crested Butte area rafting and kayak outfitters offer a great way to spend a day running one of Crested Butte’s whitewater rivers. Crested Butte whitewater rafting is a great way to experience the Gunnison Valley’s extensive network of mountain rivers carving through gorgeous wilderness areas. Trips of varying lengths and grades are offered by Crested…
Crested Butte may be a Colorado outdoor mecca, but it’s long been an eclectic enclave for artists and the arts. It’s a studio rich community representing all mediums. Here’s a short list of our favorite Gunnison Valley art galleries. Crested Butte Fine Art Gallery The Crested Butte Fine Art Gallery represents three local artists. John…
Crested Butte, Colorado, is renowned for its stunning hiking trails and exceptional peak bagging opportunities, offering breathtaking vistas of the Rocky Mountains. Crested Butte Hiking and Peak Bagging can range from beginner-friendly paths to challenging routes for experienced adventurers, making it an ideal destination for all skill levels. Whether you’re exploring the trails in summer…
Explore Crested Butte Horseback Riding: A Scenic Adventure Crested Butte, Colorado, is renowned for its stunning landscapes, making it a prime destination for horseback riding enthusiasts. Crested Butte horseback riding offers an unforgettable way to explore the area’s breathtaking scenery, from meandering mountain trails to remote forests and hilltops that provide magnificent panoramic views. Guided…
Crested Butte and the Gunnison Valley offer up an excellent destination to fly fish. With its rivers, high mountain lakes, and reserviors the area offers a wide variety of fly fishing opportunities for anglers of all skill levels. Trout is the primary fish that anglers will find in these waters, but the area also contains…
The Crested Butte Mountain Resort is the focal point for winter activities in the Gunnison Valley, but there are LOTS of off-piste entertainment options for winter fun in Crested Butte. If your not an en-piste downhill affectionado or you’d like a little variety for friends and family during your stay, here are some alternative options…
While Crested Butte Mountain Resort is renowned for its steep resort skiing, Crested Butte Backcountry Skiing offers even more adventure. Gunnison County features over two million acres of public land, providing endless opportunities for off-piste exploration. Key areas for Crested Butte Backcountry Skiing include the Anthracites, Coney’s (accessible via Washington Gulch), Mt. Axtel, Mt. Emmons,…
After a day of skiing or boarding at Crested Butte, a warm meal and a cold beverage will usually hit the spot. In addition to on-mountain eats and drinks and great food and drink options in Crested Butte, Almont and Gunnison, there are plenty of slopeside food and drink options at the mountain’s base area…