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!
A massive swath of public land covers the valley between the West Elk Mountains and the San Juan Mountains in western Gunnison County, Colorado. This lightly visited area is ripe for exploration via...
There’s nothing more refreshing on a hot Colorado day than a dip in an alpine lake or a day at the reservoir. Luckily, there’s plenty of water for recreation in Gunnison and Crested Butte. Whether you...
Almont, Colorado is located between Gunnison and Crested Butte on Hwy 135. From Almont, you can access many of the things to do that Colorado is known for. This small town is a paradise for hunters...
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?...
Words by Patrick Blackdale
Photos by Cam Chioffi
Every fall in Gunnison, Colorado while the aspen leaves are turning ice fishers eagerly await freezing cold temperatures to begin capping Blue Mesa Reservoir...
Words and photos by Patrick Blackdale
Fly Fishing for Kokanee Salmon in Colorado: The kokanee salmon run on the Gunnison River is a great reason to plan a fall fly fishing vacation to Gunnison and Crested...