The bridges on Hwy. 50 between Gunnison and Montrose are now OPEN 24/7. Learn more here.

Explore steep slopes and colorful streets in Crested Butte, Colorado

Adventure awaits in the Gunnison Valley

Why choose Crested Butte for your winter vacation this year? 

  • Epic skiing ✔️
  • Colorado’s coolest mountain towns ✔️
  • Affordable lodging ✔️
  • Easy flights ✔️

Keep scrolling to learn more and plan your winter adventure!

Lodging

Lodging in the Gunnison Valley is more affordable than many mountain destinations, so finding a place to stay won’t break the bank. Enter the desired dates of your trip into the tool below to see what’s available.

Convenient nonstop flights into Gunnison-Crested Butte Airport

NEW! Fly from Chicago

Nonstop flights from O’Hare to GUC

New this winter: Fly direct from Chicago to Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport!

Fly from Chicago on United

Fly from Denver

Skip the drive and save time

For less time traveling and more time on the slopes, skip the four-hour drive from Denver. Catch the convenient United nonstop flight from Denver to Gunnison-Crested Butte Airport instead! Flights run multiple times a day for easy connections.

Fly from Denver on United

Fly from Texas

Nonstop flights from Houston and Dallas to GUC

Save time with convenient nonstop flights from Texas to Gunnison-Crested Butte Airport this winter. Fly from Houston on United or Dallas on American.

Fly from Houston on United
Fly from Dallas on American

Skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort

Explore steep terrain under an iconic peak

Crested Butte Mountain Resort is famous for its technical, rocky, expert runs. 37% of the resort’s terrain is rated double-black diamond. Not up for extreme skiing? Don’t worry—there are many beginner and intermediate slopes, too. Click or tap the button below to learn more about the mountain.

Ski Crested Butte

Video: Crested Butte skiing

Watch the video below for a taste of winter at Crested Butte Mountain Resort

Magical mountain towns of the Gunnison Valley

Click or tap on each town to find lodging and things to do there. Each town has its own character and outdoor sports fitting to its location.

Lift tickets and season passes at Crested Butte Mountain Resort

Crested Butte is now on the Epic Pass! Day passes are also available. The earlier you buy, the more you save!

Buy a day pass
Buy an Epic Season Pass
Nordic skiing in the Rocky Mountains in Crested Butte, Colorado.

Cross-country skiing in Crested Butte and Gunnison

Scenic trails, easy access

Cross-country skiing (also called Nordic skiing) is a way to enjoy the Gunnison Valley’s stunning mountain scenery while getting a great workout. Groomed trails are easily accessible from downtown Crested Butte.

Go Nordic skiing
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Large groups and events

Looking for an event venue, conference room or lodging package for a large group? Contact the two largest hoteliers in the Gunnison Valley—Elevation Hotel and Crested Butte Mountain Resort. 

Contact Alicia Hein at Elevation
Contact Ellen Collins at Vail Resorts

Take care of the mountains. Take care of yourself.

Crested Butte Avalanche Center

Did you know Crested Butte is home to its very own avalanche forecast center? Take advantage of this unique resource before heading out into the backcountry this winter.

Learn more about CBAC

Winter vs. summer trail use

Some of your favorite summer trails in Crested Butte close during winter. Please stick to open trails, and stay out of closed areas. 

Winter trail closures
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Work remotely on your vacation

Gunnison Coworking Space

Looking for a spot with fast internet where you can work remotely during your trip? Check out the ICELab, located on the beautiful campus of Western Colorado University in Gunnison. The ICELab is also the hub of Gunnison County’s vibrant outdoor-focused business and entrepreneurial community.

Visit the ICELab

Western Colorado University

Study and shred

Follow your passion for outdoor sports while pursuing your academic studies at Western Colorado University in Gunnison. Choose from more than 100 areas of study. When you’re done with homework, hop on the free bus to Crested Butte to go skiing!

Learn more about Western

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