Miller Ranch State Wildlife Area — Moderate, 5 mile loop The Miller Ranch State Wildlife Area, part of Gunnison County’s ranching heritage, belongs to Colorado Parks & Wildlife. The 1600-acre ranch still operates, while protecting its Gunnison sage-grouse habitat. We will hike around and through the ranch in the Ohio Creek valley, courtesy of CPW,…
Crystal Mill — Moderate – Difficult, 6 miles round-trip; bring water shoes Hike from Schofield Park down past Devil’s Punchbowl to the historic town of Crystal and its calendar-perfect Crystal Mill. Getting there is relatively easy—coming back is all uphill, so be prepared for the climb. All hikes require suitable capability and acclimation, as well…
Scarp Ridge — Moderate – Difficult, 4 mile loop Rising above Lake Irwin is the very popular escarpment known as Scarp Ridge. A relatively short hike with some climbing gets us to spectacular views of the Elk Mountains and an altitude of 12,200 ft. Please be fully acclimated for your health and enjoyment. All hikes…
Green Lake on Mt. Axtell — Difficult, 8 mile round-trip Leaving from the edge of town, we gain elevation along Wildcat Creek to reach a beautiful alpine lake nestled at the base of Mt. Axtell, at 10,700 ft. A local favorite, and worth the climb. All hikes require suitable capability and acclimation, as well as…
(Moderate, 6 mile loop) A wonderful array of diverse landscapes greets us on this hike. From wetlands and beaver ponds to historic aspen trees and open views of the Raggeds Wilderness, this loop is a perfect hiking experience. All hikes require suitable capability and acclimation, as well as water, hat, rain-gear, sunscreen, lunch, hiking boots…
(Easy-Moderate, 6 mi. r/t) Wednesday, July 13, 2022 8:30 AM 3:30 PM Crested Butte Visitors Center parking lot 601 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO (map) Hike from Brush Creek toward Gothic. This area is noted for its resplendent wildflowers, views and wetlands, bordered by wilderness and vast ranchlands. (Moderate, 6-7 miles roundtrip; bring water shoes)…
Yes hunny! This event is FREE! All are welcome at this family-fun picnic celebrating every hue of YOU! Lay out your picnic blanket and enjoy an afternoon of fun with Gunnison Valley Pride and dozens of community partners. Dance to music from local DJ’s, grab bites from LawgDawg’s Weiner Wagon, get glittered by teens from…
Join for the second season of this FREE music series in the IOOF Park in downtown Gunnison, Main Street and Virginia Avenue. Once a month during June, July, August and September. 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. Open to all, bring a picnic and or plan to get a great food option from Taco Cat Taco…
The Crested Butte Memorial Day Parade has been a community staple for well over 100 years. It is a chance for us to come together and remember those who gave their lives defending our freedoms and those who gave their lives to this valley. Families with deep roots in Crested Butte travel from across the…
35th Annual Crested Butte Rotary Duckie Race Sunday, August 4, 2024 – 2PM MDT A fantastically fun event for kids and adults alike, the Great Rubber Duckie Race sends hundreds of small and adorable rubber duckies down Coal Creek every summer. Hosted by the Crested Butte/Mt Crested Butte Rotary Club, this is an aquatic race…