Mountain Towns
Explore The Gunnison Valley
The Gunnison Valley is home to five mountain towns: Gunnison, Almont, Crested Butte, Mt. Crested Butte and Pitkin. Each town has its own unique vibe. Gunnison is home to Western Colorado University, high-desert mountain biking at Hartman Rocks, and a downtown full of local dining and shopping options. Further north is Almont, home to the Taylor River and access to many of the public lands in the area. Nearly at the end of the road is Crested Butte: Colorado’s coolest and most colorful ski town. Just up the road from Crested Butte is Mt. Crested Butte, home to Crested Butte Mountain Resort. Pitkin is a rustic, historic mining town that is now an OHV paradise.
Colorado trip inspiration
Use these activity guides and trip itineraries to get started planning your trip to Colorado’s Gunnison Valley.
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Intermediate and Advanced Crested Butte Skiing from Paradise Express Lift
Some of the best intermediate and advanced Crested Butte skiing is off the Paradise Express Lift. Paradise Express, one of the longest lifts at Crested Butte, offers a wide range […] -
Things to do in Gothic
There are many exciting things to do in Gothic, Colorado, from hiking scenic trails to exploring the area’s rich history. History buffs, science aficionados and outdoor lovers can find something […] -
Gunnison Gravel Biking – From The Ground Up
Written by Ryan Petry of From The Ground Up About From The Ground Up The mission behind the From The Ground Up project is to get more people on bicycles […] -
Crested Butte Mountain Bike Park trails
The Crested Butte Mountain Bike Park trails offer speed, adventure, and best of all, a chairlift to haul you and your bike up the mountain. Crested Butte Mountain Resort operates […] -
Crested Butte dog-friendly hikes
Bring your pup on vacation and take them on a Crested Butte dog-friendly hike! With more than 150 trails and two million acres of public lands to explore, Crested Butte, […] -
Scenic Colorado Hikes
Crested Butte offers a wide variety of easily accessible, scenic Colorado hikes. Hikes in this area are perfect for outdoor enthusiasts seeking breathtaking scenery and memorable adventures. Crested Butte sits […] -
Crested Butte mountain bike trails
Crested Butte mountain bike trails are some of the most famous and beloved MTB trails in the world. This mountainous region of west-central Colorado contains the popular 401 trail (pictured […] -
Taylor Canyon trail guide
The east-central side of Colorado’s Gunnison Valley encompasses Taylor Canyon, Taylor Park, Spring Creek and the tiny town of Almont. Anglers, mountain bikers, hikers, campers and OHV enthusiasts share this […] -
Hiking to Aspen from Crested Butte
The Crested Butte to Aspen hike via West Maroon Pass or East Maroon Pass is one of Colorado’s most scenic and renowned adventures. The Maroon-Bells Snowmass Wilderness Area provides stunning […] -
Cement Creek mountain bike trails
The Cement Creek mountain bike trails are some of the best MTB trails in Crested Butte, Colorado. Crested Butte’s huge network of backcountry mountain biking trails has garnered fame in […] -
Signal Peak recreational trails
Gunnison’s Signal Peak recreational trails are beginner-friendly and easy to get to. Their location adjacent to town makes them an ideal location for an evening mountain bike ride. Explore this […] -
Gunnison vs. Sedona Mountain Biking
Are you considering Gunnison vs Sedona for a mountain biking trip? Both destinations offer desert riding, have public lands to explore and many trails to ride. You probably have some […] -
Crested Butte Beginner Skiing Guide
Looking for easy ski runs at Crested Butte Mountain Resort? Although Crested Butte is famous for its extreme terrain, easy ski trails at Crested Butte make up 14% of the […] -
Skiing Crested Butte Extremes from the High Lift
Skiing Crested Butte extremes from the High Lift will get you into some of the resort’s steepest and most scenic terrain. As the name suggests, it’s also the highest-altitude lift […] -
Crested Butte Vs. Monarch Mountain
If you’re planning a ski trip to the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, you might be wondering if you should ski at Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR) or Monarch Mountain. CBMR […] -
Logan Pehota and Cal Hill Shred Crested Butte
Looking for Colorado ski videos? This one from Crested Butte will certainly scratch your itch. Watch veteran pro skier Logan Pehota and newcomer Cal Hill huck cliffs and throw backflips […] -
Natural Selection Tour Duels will be held in Crested Butte and Irwin, Colorado
Crested Butte and Irwin, Colorado to host 2024 Natural Selection Tour DUELS events in February The Gunnison Valley will host not one, but two DUELS competitions on the 2024 Natural […] -
Gravel Biking in Crested Butte, Colorado with Nick Gould
Join professional gravel cyclist Nick Gould as he explores the gravel biking in Crested Butte. Nick was training for the Gunni Grinder, an annual gravel bike race in Gunnison that […] -
Gravel Biking in Pitkin and Tincup, Colorado with Nick Gould
Join professional gravel cyclist Nick Gould as he goes gravel biking in Pitkin and Tincup, Colorado. Nick was training for the Gunni Grinder, a gravel bike race in September in […] -
Crested Butte town trails
Crested Butte is surrounded by some of Colorado’s most beautiful trails, and some of them are accessible right from town. This guide to the Crested Butte town trails will help […] -
Brush Creek mountain bike trails
The Brush Creek trails are a can’t-miss zone for mountain biking around Crested Butte. The Gunnison Valley has several trail systems and zones with high concentrations of trails. One of […] -
Gravel Biking in Gunnison, Colorado with Nick Gould
Follow professional gravel cyclist Nick Gould as he explores Hartman Rocks in Gunnison, Colorado. As Nick trains for the Gunni Grinder gravel bike race in September, he is sampling gravel […] -
Gravel Biking in Taylor Park, Colorado with Nick Gould
Follow professional gravel cyclist Nick Gould as he explores Taylor Park, Taylor Canyon and Spring Creek near Almont, Colorado. As Nick trains for the Gunni Grinder gravel race in September, […] -
Lakes in Gunnison and Crested Butte
There’s nothing more refreshing on a hot Colorado day than a dip in an alpine lake or a day at the reservoir. Luckily, there’s plenty of water for recreation in […] -
Five Family Friendly Summer Activities in Colorado
Words and photos by Danica Bona The Gunnison Valley is for Family Colorado is known for stunning natural beauty, outdoor recreation and fun family summer activities. The mountain towns in […] -
What to bring on a Colorado mountain bike trip
MTB gear Trying to decide what gear you need to go on a Colorado mountain bike trip? If you are planning a dream mountain biking vacation, there are a lot […] -
Underexposed: Gunnison, CO
Underexposed is a self-filmed and produced series by Pivot Cycles athlete Brice Shirbach dedicated to showcasing trail advocacy and stewardship while exploring a variety of trails in places that may […] -
Things to Do in Almont
Almont, Colorado is located between Gunnison and Crested Butte on Hwy 135. From Almont, you can access many of the things to do that Colorado is known for. This small […] -
Best Places to Take Photos in Gunnison and Crested Butte
Beautiful mountain scenery is a huge draw for visiting Colorado. Many people reach for a phone or camera to take photos of the scene. With over two million acres of […] -
Spring Hikes in Crested Butte and Gunnison
Never get caught on a snowy trail with this handy guide to spring hikes in Crested Butte and Gunnison! Collected in this article are some of the trails that melt […]
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