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Welcome to Gunnison-Crested Butte, in the heart of the rugged Rocky Mountains, where pure fun and simple life abounds!
Our friendly 1880s Western and Victorian mountain towns are “off the beaten path.” We're unpretentious, authentic, and a stark contrast from the ordinary!
Gunnison-Crested Butte is nestled among almost two million acres of pristine, southwest Colorado wilderness. Winter sports enthusiasts know the area for its world-class alpine skiing and snowboarding, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and ice fishing. Gunnison-Crested Butte is also a haven for outdoor summer activities. In the warmer months, visitors can choose from recreational activities such as hiking, climbing, mountain biking, boating, whitewater rafting, kayaking, fly-fishing, camping and horseback riding.
Year-round visitors enjoy distinctive restaurants, unique shops and stimulating cultural opportunities. A wide range of lodging options is available here, from rustic inns to guest cabins and bed and breakfasts to full-service resort hotels.
Let our diverse array of dining options enhance your visit with culinary excellence! We have restaurants situated in buildings dating back to the late 1800s that add to the authentic feeling you get just by being in Gunnison County. Local breweries offer the unique tastes of the area and great places to sit and rub elbows with local characters!
If "shop 'til you drop" is your motto, you will be happy to find a variety of gift shops, boutiques, galleries, and collectibles on any main street in the county. In addition, a healthy section of fine outdoor clothing and related goods are just part of the offerings here.
The scheduled festivals and events in the Gunnison-Crested Butte area and around Gunnison County are just pure Colorado fun in the mountains. Each venue reflects the nature of the area and the imagination of the people who live here.
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