Tag: skiing

First-Timer’s Guide to Crested Butte: The Mountain, Part 3

Written on January 25, 2017. Posted in Blog, Visit, Winter.

As people who were once first-timers to Crested Butte in the winter, we know how overwhelming it can be to plan a trip somewhere new. There is a lot of information to take in and lots of decisions to...

A person skis down a steep slope. Crested Butte Mountain Resort in Crested Butte, CO is known for steep skiing.

First-Timer’s Guide to Crested Butte: The Mountain, Part 1

Written on December 20, 2016. Posted in Blog, Visit, Winter.

Navigating a new mountain on a Colorado ski trip can be difficult. This guide breaks down some of the best steep early-season terrain at Crested Butte. It is geared toward advanced and expert skiers...

a downtown street with a mountain peak in the background

First-Timer’s Guide to Crested Butte: Where to Stay – Lodging

Written on December 8, 2016. Posted in Blog, Fall, Spring, Summer, Visit, Winter.

Where to Stay Gunnison Valley has four distinct communities. Driving south to north, you’ll come upon Gunnison, Almont, Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte. There are a variety of lodging options...

How to Train for the Colorado Grand Traverse

Written on December 4, 2015. Posted in Blog, Visit, Winter.

#1 Late bird catches the worm On December 1st, set those alarms for 12:00 am (midnight), and make sure your computer is charged, because at 12:01 am, registration for the Colorado Grand Traverse opens,...

a skier heads down a slope with a pointy mountain peak in the background

7 Unforgettable Winter Activities for Houston Families

Written on November 15, 2015. Posted in Blog, Visit, Winter.

Houston families are dreaming of escaping to a winter wonderland! Crested Butte is a snow globe set at the end of the road in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. What is there to do for Houston families...

The view of Crested Butte peak, a pointy mountain peak with ski runs coming off it.

6 Reasons to Skip I-70 Traffic and Ski CB

Written on November 11, 2015. Posted in Blog, Visit, Winter.

Want to skip I-70 traffic to ski in Colorado? No other mountain resort in Colorado has such a prolific profile, friendly community, and offers a unique town experience like Crested Butte. It’s...

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