TAKING CARE OF CRESTED BUTTE
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Skiing, hiking, sledding, mountain biking—what connects us together is the land that we’re on and we’re all in this space together. We each have a responsibility to keep this place for many years to come. We invite you to be a steward alongside our community.
Crested Butte Mountain Resort
Hartman Rocks Recreation Area
Downtown Gunnison
Taylor Park
Black Canyon National Park
Gunnison National Forest
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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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Three awesome Gunnison MTB trails you’ve never heard of
If you’re planning a summer mountain biking trip to Gunnison, Colorado, you probably already know about the legendary cross-country trails at Hartman Rocks. Hartman’s has many popular trails, but there […] -
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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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Fourth of July Celebrations in Crested Butte and Gunnison
There are plenty of ways to celebrate the Fourth of July in Gunnison and Crested Butte! There will be fireworks, concerts, parades, kids activities and more. Check out the list […] -
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Intermediate Hikes in Crested Butte and Gunnison
With more than 1200 miles of trails and two million acres of public lands here, there are dozens of intermediate hikes in Crested Butte and Gunnison to choose from. To […] -
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Crested Butte vs. Moab
Trying to decide between Crested Butte vs. Moab for your next mountain bike trip? Crested Butte, Colorado, and Moab, Utah, are two of the best places in the world to […] -
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Awesome Trails in Crested Butte You’ve Never Heard of
Crested Butte is famous for being the home of Colorado’s best mountain bike trails. The classic alpine trails in Crested Butte (like Trail #401 and Teocalli Ridge) consistently top the […] -
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2022 Moosejaw Outdoor Accelerator Update
The Moosejaw Outdoor Accelerator (MOA) is an outdoor industry specific accelerator program hosted by the ICELab at Western in partnership with Moosejaw Mountaineering. Other 2022 sponsors include Holland & Hart, […] -
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Spring mountain biking in Crested Butte
Planning a spring mountain biking trip to Crested Butte? Spring in the Gunnison Valley brings early-season wildflowers and a growing list of mountain biking trails that have melted out and […] -
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Blue Mesa Reservoir is open for summer 2022
Blue Mesa Reservoir, located just a few miles west of Gunnison on Highway 50, is a scenic Colorado lake with an abundance of recreational opportunities. A few services at Blue […] -
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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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JSX Jet Service
Direct flights to Gunnison / Crested Butte, Colorado. JSX is a hop-on jet service that’s faster on the ground, more comfortable in the air, and competitively priced. Honored by the […] -
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Gravel Biking in Gunnison and Crested Butte
Gunnison and Crested Butte have hundreds of miles of biking, including road biking, mountain biking or gravel biking. Though Crested Butte and Gunnison are known for mountain biking, gravel biking […] -
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Intermediate Trails at Hartman Rocks
As you’re planning your spring or summer mountain biking trip to Crested Butte and Gunnison, you’ll undoubtedly hear about how great the bike trails at Hartman Rocks are. Hartman Rocks […] -
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Hartman Rocks Opens for 2022 Season
Gunnison Trails announced on April 4 that Hartman Rocks is open to mountain bikers for the 2022 season. Their caption on Instagram read: “Trails and roads north of Powerline Road […] -
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Closing Weekend 2022 at Crested Butte Mountain Resort
Closing Weekend at Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR) is April 1-3. Crested Butte loves costumes and a good party, and closing weekend is one of the biggest parties of the […] -
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Cross-Country Skiing in Crested Butte and Gunnison
Cross-Country Skiing in Crested Butte and Gunnison Gunnison Valley is a well-known Colorado downhill skiing destination because of the epic steep terrain at Crested Butte Mountain Resort. Crested Butte and […] -
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Vail Versus Crested Butte
Thinking of Vail – Beaver Creek or Crested Butte for a Colorado ski vacation? When looking at Vail vs Crested Butte they both offer Colorado skiing experiences, though they are […] -
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Ice Fishing Blue Mesa Reservoir in Gunnison, Colorado
Words by Patrick Blackdale Photos by Cam Chioffi Every fall in Gunnison, Colorado while the aspen leaves are turning ice fishers eagerly await freezing cold temperatures to begin capping Blue […] -
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How to Avoid I-70 for Your Ski Vacation
You’ve finally got your 2022 Colorado ski vacation planned. There’s nothing like the anticipation of hitting the slopes in Colorado: your skis are packed into the car, you have your […] -
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Crested Butte vs Steamboat Springs
Crested Butte and Steamboat Springs are both classic Colorado ski towns. We’ve put together this guide that compares some similarities and differences of these Colorado vacation destinations for you to […] -
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Winter Trails Etiquette in Crested Butte and Gunnison
Gunnison Valley is truly a year-round destination. No matter the season, there are ways to get outside and enjoy the 1200+ miles of trails in Crested READ MORE -
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Colorado Winter Vacation in Crested Butte and Gunnison
Winter 2021-2022 is just a few months away, and that means it’s time to start planning your Colorado winter vacation and ski. -
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Road Biking in Crested Butte and Gunnison
Colorado Bike season is here! You could practically never run out of miles to cycle in Gunnison and Crested Butte. -
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Crested Butte vs. Aspen
Crested Butte and Aspen are both iconic Colorado mountain towns. We’ve put together a comparison of these two vacation destinations to help you -
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Tips On Making Your Crested Butte Vacation More Sustainable
Sustainable travel is a way to travel and vacation that is good for the environment, economy, and community of where you’re vacationing. -
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Five Beginner Mountain Bike Trails at Hartman Rocks
During the pandemic, many people have turned to mountain biking as a socially distanced and fun way to spend time outdoors. -
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Colorado Mountain Biking: Fruita vs. Hartman Rocks
Gunnison and Fruita are home to some of the best mountain biking in Colorado. While you’re planning your spring 2021 Colorado mountain biking vacation, you might be comparing these two […] -
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Snowshoeing in Crested Butte and Gunnison
Snowshoeing has exploded in popularity. Snowshoeing doesn’t take any special skills; anyone who can walk can snowshoe. Going snowshoeing is a unique way to explore Colorado’s trails and public lands […] -
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Winter vs. Summer Trail Use in the Gunnison Valley
Winter in Crested Butte and the Gunnison Valley is a magical time of year to visit. The trails throughout the valley are one of our most treasured assets, so it’s […]
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