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.
We love a good fire in Gunnison and Crested Butte; its hard to beat a campfire on a Colorado summer day. Before building a fire its important to know if there are any burn restrictions in place. These...
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 my share of burning encounters with stray...
The Mesa playground
The Blue Mesa Reservoir is Colorado’s largest body of water. From fishing to water skiing, the Reservoir offers every form of lake recreation. Locals call it “the Mesa.”...
The legal recreational marijuana industry is arguably the biggest thing to happen in Colorado this decade. While only a small minority of visitors to Colorado and our valley say that weed is the primary...
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 Creek are world-renowned for their...
Mountain Manners is a partnership between several local organizations aimed at helping folks learn how to take care of our lands here in the Gunnison Valley so that they are as wonderful for our future...