Gunnison Crested Butte

Gunnison Crested Butte Official page of Gunnison Crested Butte — your local guide to Colorado’s wild side. Your adventure starts here — in the Gunnison Valley.
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Discover mountain adventure, vibrant culture, and authentic small-town charm in the heart of the Gunnison Valley. Discover the Gunnison Valley — where mountain adventure meets authentic Colorado charm. Enjoy unforgettable experiences year-round: festivals and live music, arts and culture, family fun, romantic getaways, and outdoor adventures for every season. Hike, bike, raft, horseback ride, fish

, or hunt in summer — then return in winter for world-class downhill skiing and snowboarding at Crested Butte Mountain Resort, or explore the valley’s scenic Nordic ski trails. Find cozy lodging in Crested Butte, Gunnison, Pitkin, Tincup, and Almont, and experience the warmth of our mountain communities, vibrant local flavors, and endless ways to connect with nature.

Autumn colors + world-class waters! 🎣The rivers + lakes in the Gunnison Valley come alive as the leaves change.Cast a li...
09/04/2026

Autumn colors + world-class waters! 🎣The rivers + lakes in the Gunnison Valley come alive as the leaves change.

Cast a line into Gold Medal trout waters on the Gunnison and Taylor rivers. Hook rainbows, browns and cutthroats surrounded by scenic views of golden aspen trees. Or come for the Kokanee Salmon run as they make their way upstream from the Blue Mesa to their spawning grounds near Roaring Judy Fish Hatchery on the East River.

Pro tip: Hire a guide! The outfitters here know the nuances of how the river and weather changes day to day and with a county as big as Gunnison, it helps to have a local show you the best spots to be the most successful!

Check in with Colorado Parks and Wildlife for info on getting a fishing license + to check for any restrictions due to water levels or temperatures.

Plan your fall fishing trip: https://bit.ly/45PXL9k

09/02/2026

It's not too late to plan your long weekend getaway in the Gunnison Valley!

Farmers markets and the People's Fair, live music, and outdoor adventures - an extended weekend in the mountains is calling!

Support the incredible local businesses while you're here, soak in some solitude in the fresh mountain air, and celebrate the last hurrah of summer with us as we move into fall!

Don't forget on this Labor Day, that it’s the PEOPLE that make Gunnison and Crested Butte so special. So if you're visiting, be sure to tip your servers + bartenders, shop + hire locally, slow down, and be kind.✌️

08/31/2026

Our camera roll from summer in the Gunnison Valley! 📸🌿

School is back in session, fall is in the air, and we are looking back on another adventure-filled summer!! From bikes + hikes to events + music to downtown strolls + paddles down the river - it has been an incredible season to explore the Gunnison, Crested Butte and everywhere in between!

Did you make it here this summer?!

08/28/2026

The road between Gunnison + Crested Butte is a beautiful ride. ⛰️

Slow down, enjoy the views and consider taking public transportation between our mountain towns when you visit.

• The Gunnison Valley RTA runs between Gunnison + Mt. Crested Butte with stops all along the route. Download the Transit app for real time schedule updates.

• Mountain Express (Crested Butte, CO) runs between Crested Butte + Mt. Crested Butte every 20 min through Sept 28.

Both of these options are FREE!

• The First Tracks Late Night service through Mountain Express runs from 10pm to 2:30am anywhere in the North Gunnison Valley. Download the First Tracks app to request a ride.

Find out more about public transportation in the Gunnison Valley + how you can get around while you’re here: https://bit.ly/GCBTransport

08/24/2026

Gunnison, Colorado, is proud to be home to Western Colorado University, a small public university that provides inspiration both in the classroom + in the wild of the Gunnison Valley!

’s classes started today, and we want to welcome both returning students + those that are calling our community home for the first time! Enjoy expanding your knowledge and skills both in the classroom and out in the amazing outdoor spaces the Gunnison Valley has to offer!

Are you a ? What’s your advice to new students?!

Be Bear Aware during your visit. 🐻Bear activity across the Gunnison Valley has been at an all time high this summer, and...
08/22/2026

Be Bear Aware during your visit. 🐻

Bear activity across the Gunnison Valley has been at an all time high this summer, and we expect it to continue as we move into fall as they forage before hibernation. Unfortunately that sometimes means turning to human food sources, such as trash cans, campsites, and even car + home break-ins.

Tips to stay aware on your visit and on the trails:
• Lock your cars + your home.
• Never leave food outside.
• Secure all trash.
• Use bear-proof containers for food + scented items while camping / picnicking.
• Hike in groups of three or more, make noise, stay on the trail, and consider carrying bear spray.

Learn more about bear season: https://bit.ly/4gvpwJR

08/19/2026

Mountain biking may get all the attention here but HIKING in the Gunnison Valley? Pure magic!

Hiking lets you slow down and soak in the wildflowers, waterfalls, and those views your bike can’t get to!

And since Gunnison County is surrounded by millions of acres of public land, there is A LOT to explore! Remember to keep the trails beautiful for everyone: be kind, stay on trail, and respect the wildlife. 🦌⁠

Find maps and area guides to plan your next adventure on foot: https://bit.ly/3RZLSel

Happy Trails! ✌️

08/17/2026

Crisp air + golden aspens will be here before we know it. Fall is absolutely magical in Gunnison and Crested Butte! 🍂

Catch nonstop flights from Texas or Denver to Gunnison-Crested Butte Airport (GUC) via JSX and United. Extra daily flights from Denver this fall make it easy to connect from anywhere!

Whether you want to explore the golden trails, drive the scenic backroads or just get cozy downtown, the mountains are calling!

Start planning your fall getaway: https://bit.ly/4mAb2Ku

08/14/2026

It’s been a busy summer here in the Gunnison Valley! And that means the trails have been experiencing a lot of traffic from hikers, bikers, and horses.

Here are some tips to help keep trails accessible, beautiful, and in good shape by using them with minimal impact.

• Ride to or carpool to trailheads rather than shuttling.

• Pick up dog 💩 and dispose of correctly. You may need to carry it on the trail a ways until you find an appropriate receptacle.

• Know who has the right of way. Yield to uphill traffic. Bikers yield to hikers + horses.

• Stay on the trail + go THROUGH mud and rocks.

• Pay attention to signage + know before you hit the trail.

Bonus: Consider donating to our local trails organizations! Crested Butte Mountain Bike Association C.B.M.B.A. Gunnison Trails Valley O.H.V Alliance of Trailriders (The GOATs)
or give them a follow and learn more about all they do in the Gunnison Valley!

Fat Marmot Week is almost here! Scientists studying yellow-bellied marmots at the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory n...
08/12/2026

Fat Marmot Week is almost here!

Scientists studying yellow-bellied marmots at the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory near Crested Butte have found unexpected ways to fund their research this year through their Marmot Project.

• Fat Marmot Week - vote for your favorite marmot + root for them as they pack on the pounds for the winter. They've been rolling out names + photos and voting starts Aug 24!
• OnlyMarms - a page on OnlyFans featuring adorable photos and videos of the alpine rodents.

Share in the science, donate and learn more about our resident rodents at the link in bio!

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