GUNNISON VALLEY TRAILS ORGANIZATIONS
The incredible trails organizations in Gunnison and Crested Butte maintain hundreds of miles of trails that allow everyone to access millions of acres of public lands across the Gunnison Valley. If you enjoy your time spent on the trails here, please consider donating or volunteering to the organizations that made them possible. Watch the videos to learn more about each group of hardworking folks who make the Gunnison Valley a fun, beautiful and sustainable place to recreate!
TRAVEL RESPONSIBLY – Stay off closed trails
The best part of the Gunnison Valley is how wild it is. Let’s keep it that way! Learn about seasonal trail closures and other ways to help keep the land pristine and healthy. We’ve also collected tips on how to practice Leave No Trace principles while exploring Gunnison Crested Butte and beyond.
TRAVEL ALERTS – Road Construction Info and Emergency Notifications
Play it safe by researching your destination before you hit the road. Check out current road conditions, fire info, winter advisories, Covid-19 data and other emergency resources here.
PLANNING YOUR TRIP TO GUNNISON CRESTED BUTTE – HOTELS, RESTAURANTS AND MORE
Planning your trip ahead of time can help reduce headaches when you arrive. By making reservations and researching activities in advance, you’ll ensure a smooth and enjoyable vacation. Find information on lodging, things to do and more on our Trip Planning page.
Stewardship Stories
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Spring 2023 trail openings in Crested Butte and Gunnison
With record high snowfall for winter 2022-2023, many Colorado trails will open later than usual in spring and summer 2023. This page will be updated weekly with new trail openings […] -
Spring activities in Gunnison and Crested Butte
What is there to do in spring in Crested Butte and Gunnison? April, May and June in the Gunnison Valley bring warmer temperatures and melting snow. The best spring activities […] -
Animals and Birds of Gunnison, Colorado
This guide to the animals and birds of Gunnison, Colorado features some of the local ecosystem’s most beloved species, including the endangered Gunnison sage-grouse. If you enjoyed learning about the […] -
Bees and Butterflies of Gunnison, Colorado
This guide to the bees and butterflies of Gunnison, Colorado features some of this area’s most common insects, including vital pollinators. If you enjoyed learning about the insects of this […] -
Plants of Gunnison, Colorado
This guide to the plants of Gunnison, Colorado features some of the most common and iconic plants in the ecosystem around Gunnison, including many of the wildflowers for which this […] -
Summer Trails Etiquette in Gunnison and Crested Butte
Summer in Colorado is full of opportunities for adventures out on the trails. There are 1200+ miles of trails and over two million acres of public lands in Gunnison and […]
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