Federal lands comprise 85% of the Gunnison Valley. YOUR trails, rivers and public lands will be OPEN as the snow melts, but personnel cuts at the Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and Park Service mean all of us will need to keep stewardship top of mind this summer. Pack out all trash, and be extra careful with fire. Together, we can keep our backcountry beautiful!
On this page you'll find seasonal trip reports, travel tips and local stories from the Gunnison Valley. It’s a great place to learn more about our region of Colorado as well as to find inspiration for your next adventure.
Beautiful mountain scenery is a huge draw for visiting Colorado. Many people reach for a phone or camera to take photos of the scene. With over two million acres of public lands, Gunnison and Crested...
Crested Butte is a year-round Colorado vacation destination. Whether you’re visiting in summer or winter, you’ll find cool places to go and exciting things to do on your Colorado trip. If you plan to...
Considering Gunnison for your next Colorado vacation? You might have some questions about visiting Gunnison and the surrounding area. What is Gunnison like? Are there kid-friendly activities in Gunnison?...
This guide to the animals and birds of Gunnison, Colorado features some of the local ecosystem’s most beloved species, including the endangered Gunnison sage-grouse. If you enjoyed learning about...
Photo courtesy of Old Timers of the Gunnison Country
There are many haunted places in Crested Butte and Gunnison, and most of them are tied to the area’s mining history. In its past, the Gunnison Valley...
Crested Butte and Gunnison are some of the best places to see fall colors in Colorado. Fall is usually a time of mild temperatures, cool nights and colorful aspens in Gunnison and Crested Butte. As...