The opening of Hartman Rocks Recreation Area in Gunnison–and its 45 miles of singletrack–represents one of the most eagerly awaited signs of spring in the Gunnison Valley. READ MORE
Winter is a great opportunity to explore the XC trails and roads around Gunnison on Nordic skis. Bluebird days, lower avalanche hazard and rolling views of the READ MORE
Any trip to the mountains in winter can be a little foreboding if the whole family is involved. Let’s face it, it’s hard to please everyone all READ MORE
“I have a Borealis that would fit you like a glove!” It was more of a dare than an offer from my boss two weeks in advance READ MORE
For some folks the onset of winter means curling up with a book. For others it’s an opportunity to see their favorite outdoor places in a whole READ MORE
Spring break is coming, and with it comes the decision of where to skip off to for a week with the kids, your spouse or maybe just READ MORE
Voted Best Ski Resort in Colorado: Crested Butte Mountain Resort received an unexpected holiday gift in late December when The Denver Post–Colorado’s largest newspaper–announced the winner of READ MORE
This January 2020 brings the fifth Borealis Fat Bike World Championships back to Crested Butte for three days of fun and fat biking. Take a break from READ MORE
Top Ski and Snowboarding Shops and Rentals: Whether it’s renting equipment, buying a new pair of gloves, or getting your boot fit dialed in just right, visiting READ MORE
Trying to get in a good cardiovascular workout can be its own workout come wintertime in Colorado. Between lower temperatures, snow and (worse) ice, outdoor activities such READ MORE
When was the last time you really challenged yourself while skiing or snowboarding? Crested Butte Mountain Resort in the heart of the Rocky Mountains–well off the beaten READ MORE
Crested Butte Mountain Resort on the north end of the Gunnison Valley on Colorado’s Western Slope is renowned for its access to extreme skiing terrain. Sometimes, however, READ MORE
Southwest Colorado offers a whole world of recreation and fun that beats the I-70 corridor for its lack of crowds, easy access, and towns that haven’t been READ MORE
Fall Colors and Foliage: Every September Crested Butte + Gunnison welcomes fall with open arms. Cold nights, warm days, and trees blazing with color are all signs READ MORE
Crested Butte + Gunnison Fall 2019 Calendar of Events: Fall in the Gunnison Valley offers all of the recreation of summer without the crowds. Crested Butte and READ MORE
Visit Whitepine: In this series of town profiles, we’ll highlight the history and current stories of several smaller towns around the valley. Some still exist with year-round READ MORE
Here is the fishing report for Crested Butte and the Gunnison Valley for the summer 2019 season. While lake anglers have reported great fishing for months in READ MORE
Colorado Wildflowers: With above-average precipitation this winter that continued through May, we were primed and ready once summer hit for a superbloom of a magnitude not witnessed READ MORE
Just two months away from its 9th annual film festival, September 26 – 29, Crested Butte Film Festival (CBFF) kicks it into high gear with three films READ MORE
Visit Tincup: In this series of town profiles, we’ll highlight the history and current stories of several smaller towns around the valley. Some still exist with year-round READ MORE
This past year was a winter for the books. With precipitation for the winter at 134% of average, and 185% of average for May alone, it’s taken READ MORE
With over 2 million acres of public lands, the headwaters of the largest tributary of the Colorado River in Colorado, and Colorado’s largest lake, it’s no secret READ MORE
With over 1000 miles of some of the world’s best singletrack in Colorado, it’s no surprise that some of the best trail running in the world can READ MORE
Visit Powderhorn: In this series of town profiles, we’ll highlight the history and current stories of several smaller towns around the valley. Some still exist with year-round READ MORE
Unless you live in Colorado, chances are it’s going to take a bit of time to acclimate to the altitude on any given visit to our fine READ MORE
Life is good in the Butte! On November 22nd, Crested Butte Mountain Resort started their season with the most coverage of any opening day since 1997. The READ MORE
It’s mid-July. Our miserable snowfall last winter means our rivers right now are August and September low. And they will continue to drop, even the dam-fed Taylor READ MORE
Spring is a secret season of excellent fishing throughout the Rockies, but in particular in the Gunnison Valley. Our low elevation snowpack has melted off and our READ MORE
I’ve lost count on the number of ways I’ve put holes in my jackets over the years. Tree limbs and snags are typical culprits, but I’ve had READ MORE
There’s no other event quite like the Alley Loop. For one Saturday in February the Crested Butte Nordic Council trucks in snow from around town to spread READ MORE
We like breakfast, and we’re sure you do too, so we’ve gone out and sampled every restaurant in the Gunnison Valley to bring you this series on READ MORE
One of the great things about the Gunnison Valley is the sheer amount of fun that’s possible. With over 2,000,000 acres of public land, unique small towns, READ MORE
It’s often said that Crested Butte is at its peak during the week of 4th of July. Not only is the tourist season in full effect, but READ MORE
Crested Butte is the Wildflower Capital of Colorado. If you find yourself here before the height of the season, July-August, you’ll find there is still plenty of READ MORE
With so many places to explore in the Crested Butte and Gunnison Valley, it can take years to get to all of it. This summer, I intend READ MORE
Taylor Park might very well be one of the prettiest places in all of Colorado. A veritable outdoor playground containing a beautiful reservoir hemmed in on every READ MORE
The thaw has started and even though we’ve had a bit of snow this past week, the warmer temperatures and excursions for fishing and boating are becoming READ MORE
This past weekend marked the 20th Annual Grand Traverse ski race from Crested Butte to Aspen. Teams of two leave at midnight, racing 40 miles over two READ MORE
It may be the end of the resort season, but that doesn’t mean the end of riding season. Starting Friday Backcountry Magazine will be making their annual pilgrimage to Crested Butte for READ MORE
We’re nearing the end of the ski and ride season in the Gunnison Valley, but that hasn’t stopped us from soaking in the sun and spraying some READ MORE
Another month of winter has gone by since our last Instagram Roundup. Hopefully you’ve gotten out to ski every one of the last 30 days. Just in READ MORE
No other mountain in the Lower 48 has the amount of “Extreme Limits” terrain that Crested Butte Mountain Resort has. Almost 1/3rd of our total terrain is READ MORE
It’s been a heck of a winter so far. In the past week we’ve received over FIVE FEET of new snow on top of an already prodigious READ MORE
“The Extremes” at Crested Butte are a unique experience in the resort skiing world. Huge lines and steep slopes that are often either outside backcountry gates or READ MORE
The Gunnison Valley is a phenomenal place to ride and drive if you’re looking for some off-road adventure. Many places like Cement Creek, Taylor Park, and Brush READ MORE