Colorado's Last Great Ski Town
Crested ButteColorado
Steep ski terrain. Wildflower-covered peaks.
Elk Avenue evenings with the mountains still in view.
First choices
Crested Butte travel guide
Plan your Crested Butte, Colorado trip — world-class skiing, wildflower hiking, mountain biking, and farm-to-table dining in the last great Colorado ski town. From there, let stays, meals, views, and arrival choices support the place instead of crowding it.
Plan Crested Butte by season
Winter belongs to the mountain; July belongs to the wildflower meadows. Elk Avenue, Gothic Road, and the lodging choice tie the weekend together.
Things To Do
From powder days to high-alpine hikes, biking the 401 Trail to fly fishing the East River — CB rewards every kind of adventurer.
Where To Stay
Ski-in/ski-out lodges near the lifts, cozy B&Bs in town, and vacation rentals steps from Elk Avenue. Book early — this place fills up fast.
Restaurants
Surprisingly excellent dining for a small mountain town — farm-to-table, craft cocktails, and the best post-ski burritos in Colorado.
Ski Guide
World-renowned extreme terrain, deep Rockies powder, and a mountain that doesn't dumb things down. Everything you need to plan your ski trip.
Wildflower Season
The Wildflower Capital of Colorado earns its title every July — millions of blooms transform the peaks into something otherworldly.
Getting Here
Fly into Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional (GUC), drive over Kebler Pass, or make the scenic trip from Denver. We'll get you there.
Gear Up for Your Trip
Whether you're coming for ski season or summer adventure, the right gear makes all the difference at 9,000 feet.
National Geographic Pocket Guide to Wildflowers of Nort…
Bushnell H2O Xtreme Binoculars_FullyMultiCoated_Waterpr…
findway Ski Goggles OTG - Over Glasses Snow/Snowboard G…
Hand Warmers - Up to 11 Hours of Heat, Super Long Lasti…
Athletico Diamond Trail Padded Ski Bag - Single Ski Tra…
Hylaea Merino Wool Ski Socks, Cold Weather Socks for Sn…
ATERCEL Waterproof Ski Gloves, Warm 3M Thinsulate Glove…
Merino.tech Merino Wool Base Layer Mens Set - Heavyweig…
