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.

See it All in 48 Hours: A Winter Guide to Crested Butte/Gunnison

Written on December 18, 2017. Posted in Blog, Visit, Winter.

Even if you only have 48 hours to discover it, Crested Butte has more historic Old West charm than you can shake a ski pole at. Residents work hard to maintain its flair and authenticity. One look at...

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The Gunnison Valley Apres Scene

Written on December 14, 2017. Posted in Blog, Visit, Winter.

After a long day on the slopes, most are ready for a stiff drink. Here is a list of some of the classic apres ski scene around the valley. Ski Bum Specials Head to town for the Poor Boy Special at the...

Winter 2017 Photo Essay

Written on April 13, 2017. Posted in Blog, Winter.

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...

Taylor Pass sunrise on the grand traverse

The Grand Traverse: A First-Time Racer’s Foggy Recollection

Written on March 31, 2017. Posted in Blog, Live, Visit, Winter.

This past weekend marked the 20th Annual Grand Traverse ski race from Crested Butte to Aspen. Teams of two leave at midnight, racing 40 miles over two mountain passes with 7800′ of climbing along...

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...