Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on an Elk Avenue Walking Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Our regularly scheduled Elk Avenue Walking Tours are scheduled…
The Western Mountain Rescue Team will be hosting a community workshop for summer safety in the backcountry on April 28, from 4pm-7:30pm at Legion Park. The event is free with food, raffle, and activities. All ages are welcome with activities for kids provided.
This tour will be centered around the history of Taylor Park and Spring Creek: Valley of the Gods. Topics will include Bomber Crash in Taylor Canyon, a tour of the Taylor Dam, the Taylor Reservoir, The Silver Camp of Tin Cup, Dorchester (North end of Taylor Park) Star & Enterprise Mines, Deadman’s Gulch, and Spring…
This tour will be centered around the history of skiing in Crested Butte and The Gunnison Valley. Topics will include Rozman Hill, Pioneer Hill at mouth of Cement Creek, Quicks Hill, Lower Loop and Pershing Mine Hill, Chocolate Peak, Gibson Ridge, Red Lady Basin (Mount Emmons), Chicken Ranch, and Crested Butte Mountain Resort. Please note…
Explore the history of Second Street in Crested Butte on this focused walking tour with Glo Cunningham. Learn all about Second Street and how it used to be the “main street” during the mining days and the daily stroll of miners from The Big Mine down the street to their favorite establishments to imbibe, gamble,…
This tour will be centered around the history of Taylor Park and Spring Creek: Valley of the Gods. Topics will include Bomber Crash in Taylor Canyon, a tour of the Taylor Dam, the Taylor Reservoir, The Silver Camp of Tin Cup, Dorchester (North end of Taylor Park) Star & Enterprise Mines, Deadman’s Gulch, and Spring…
Explore the history of Mountain Biking in the Gunnison Valley on a walking tour of Crested Butte with Glo Cunningham. Learn all about the important people in Crested Butte and Gunnison that pioneered the trails, the races and tours that impacted what mountain biking is today, and the transition throughout the years of bikes and…
Ride the Silver Queen lift to about 12,000’ (1 time lift ticket included). Ascend an 800’ ridge to the peak of Mount Crested Butte for epic views of the West Elk mountain range. Let our guides show you the ropes of alpine climbing to the summit of Mount Crested Butte at 12,162′ This European-style alpine…
Generally known as the birthplace of mountain biking, Crested Butte is home to the best singletrack Colorado has to offer. Boasting miles upon miles of high alpine bike trails, Crested Butte has something for everyone – whether you’re after fast, smooth singletrack or a steep, technical challenge. The town of Crested Butte sits at 9,000′…
Want to stay cool this summer? Stand up paddling, also known as SUPing, is an exciting and new way to have fun on water. There’s no better way to relax and appreciate your surroundings than to paddle board. For those looking for a relaxing adventure, our lake SUPing is the way to go. You will…