Gunnison Crested Butte Blog

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.

Crested Butte Crowned Ultimate Colorado Ski Area by Denver Post

Written on January 3, 2020. Posted in Blog, Visit, Winter.

Voted Best Ski Resort in Colorado: Crested Butte Mountain Resort received an unexpected holiday gift in late December when The Denver Post‚ Colorado’s largest newspaper‚ announced the winner of...

Colorado Ice Fishing in the Gunnison Basin

Written on December 30, 2019. Posted in Blog, Visit, Winter.

Colorado Ice Fishing Guide: The Gunnison Basin on Colorado’s Western Slope is home to both Blue Mesa Reservoir and Taylor Reservoir “Blue Mesa is the state’s largest” as well...

5 Reasons to Come to the Borealis Fat Bike Worlds

Written on December 28, 2019. Posted in Blog, Home Page Articles, Visit, Winter.

This January 2020 brings the fifth Borealis Fat Bike World Championships back to Crested Butte for three days of fun and fat biking. Take a break from your skis and come join the best party around! Polo New...

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Can’t Miss Winter Events 2019/2020

Written on December 11, 2019. Posted in Blog, Visit, Winter.

So, you’re visiting the Gunnison Valley for skiing, what else can you do while you are here for the winter? Below is a list of some of the top events you can expect here in Crested Butte and the...

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The Gunnison Valley’s Best Ski and Snowboard Shops

Written on December 6, 2019. Posted in Blog, Visit, Winter.

Top Ski and Snowboarding Shops and Rentals: Whether it’s renting equipment, buying a new pair of gloves, or getting your boot fit dialed in just right, visiting a ski shop is an integral part...

Nordic Skiing for Beginners in Gunnison Valley

Written on December 5, 2019. Posted in Blog, Home Page Articles, Visit, Winter.

Nordic skiing even for beginners is fun! Trying to get in a good cardiovascular workout can be its own workout come wintertime in Colorado. Between lower temperatures, snow and (worse) ice, outdoor...