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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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 […] -
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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 […] -
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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 […] -
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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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Move to Designated Camping in Crested Butte is Complete
The Forest Service, the Gunnison County Sustainable Tourism and Outdoor Recreation (STOR) Committee and the Crested Butte Conservation Corps (CBCC) have now completed the years-long transition to vehicle-access designated camping […] -
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Who is the Crested Butte Mountain Bike Association?
Written by Dave Ochs, Crested Butte Mountain Biking Association executive director Crested Butte Mountain Bike Association (CBMBA) was established in 1983 in Gunnison Valley, Colorado, and is the oldest mountain […]
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