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.
Early Season Colorado Spring Wildflowers at Hartman Rocks
With 40 miles of singletrack trails and 33 miles of dirt road, Hartman Rocks Recreational Area is a recreational meca. In the springtime, Hartman’s...
Summer here in the Gunnison Valley goes fast. The phrase, “blink and you miss it” is spot-on. Skiing is still my favorite, but summer beats winter in the Gunnison Valley. Long days. Sun....
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 direction by huge mountains. This massive...
Since I moved to Colorado, Crested Butte and the Gunnison Valley has quickly become my favorite area of the state. I’ve had some incredible days here the past couple of summers (and winters!)...
Crested Butte Mountain Resort just closed down for the season on Sunday and we have all been taking a moment to breathe. It looks like we only get a moment though; Hartman Rocks opened for the season...
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 more frequent. As much as I love skiing...