While geographically closer to the north end than the south, the Mid Valley still has a slightly different feel from Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte. Being a little bit removed from the resort towns, you’ll find a more local, family vibe in Riverbend and CB South. You’ll also find the only industrial park north of Gunnison.

*Please note that the Crested Butte airport in Buckhorn Ranch is a private airstrip with very, very limited services.

The City of Gunnison is the largest population center in the Gunnison Valley. It’s also home to Western Colorado University, Gunnison Valley Hospital, the Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport and the Gunnison Recreation Center. On top of that, access to highways, shipping and the commercial airport is easier from a base in Gunnison vs. the rest of the Valley. Winters are shorter down south, too.

Almont is located north of Gunnison at the headwaters of the Gunnison River. Home to several cabin resorts and the gateway to the Taylor Canyon and all of the recreation opportunities up that way, it’s a small but growing community.

Real Estate tends to be more affordable in the South Valley than in other parts of Gunnison County.