Learn about the fascinating mining history of the Gunnison Country from the early placer gold mining in Elkton, to the countless silver mining camps of the Elk Mountains and the industrial coal mining that put Crested Butte on the map. You’ll see abandoned equipment, mine shafts and ghost towns! This half or full day tour…
Crested Butte’s 4th of July Parade is the Biggest Small Town Celebration. Visitors come from around the world to experience 4th of July in Crested Butte. From our eclectic parade to our town water fight, there is always fun to be found on the 4th of July. Every year around 40+ floats come together to…
CB Motorsport ATVs can take you deeper and higher into Crested Butte, CO than any other mode of transportation. Of course, our ATVs are not just a mode of transportation. They are fun on four wheels. 4 and 6 hour trips available three times daily at 9 am, 11 am and 1 pm. These rentals…
This is our most popular rafting trip. With plenty of whitewater, this trip will get you wet! Everyone in the boat paddles while our guides give the commands. It is great fun and no experience is necessary. Minimum age is 12 years old. There may be exceptions depending on the time of year and water…
Join us for the 7th edition of Emma Coburn’s Elk Run 5k! Race in person in Crested Butte, Colorado to run in paradise at 9,000ft elevation or participate virtually anywhere in the world. Our aim is to provide an epic race day experience for everyone while raising money for a great local charity. In total,…
This mellow and scenic float trip begins at Three Rivers Resort. This trip is available every day of the week at both 9 am and 1 pm. This scenic float trip is a mild ride with just a few ripples along the way. It is a great option for families with young children or for…
ATV Rentals in Crested Butte or Taylor Park! Where the pavement ends, the adventure begins. Rent our ATVs this summer in Crested Butte and ride out into the backcountry. No trailers needed. We offer the most flexible ATV rental times for your convenience. Special 3 hour, 4 hour, and full-day tours in our top-of-the-line side-by-sides!…
Fundraiser for High Country Conservation Advocates and Coal Creek Watershed Coalition Followed by a Q+A with filmmaker Conor Hagen Doors 6:00 pm Film 6:30 pm Entrenched in Crested Butte nostalgia, HIGH COUNTRY is a timeless story about a community of young people, disguised as hippies and ski bums, who happened upon a ramshackle immigrant mining…
One of our biggest hits, the Annual Spayghetti and No Balls Dinner, is just around the corner! Join us Thursday, March 5th between 4:30PM and 7:30PM at Palisades Restaurant at 802 N. Main Street in Gunnison. Tickets are $20/person and $15 for children ages 10 and under. Meals include salad, garlic bread, spaghetti with meat…
Get ready for an unforgettable night under the Colorado sky as Michael Franti & Spearhead bring their signature blend of soul, reggae, hip-hop, and feel-good energy to the legendary I Bar Ranch on May 30, 2026. Set against the wide-open backdrop of the Gunnison Valley, this isn’t just a concert—it’s a full-on experience. Known for…