About the town of Crested Butte, Colorado

Crested Butte, is one of Colorado’s hidden gems.

The Town of Crested Butte has preserved the best of its historic past and paired it with plenty of modern amenities. Visitors revel in the town’s mining-era atmosphere by browsing among quaint Victorian storefronts or wandering the National Historic District while at the same time enjoying eclectic shopping, terrific boutiques, great galleries, lively music and hip nightlife. And don’t forget Crested Butte’s ample selection of bistros, brew pubs, eateries and cafes—“more fine restaurants per capita than any other town in the U.S."! Crested Butte is definitely not the land that time forgot. Nor is it just another over-exposed resort town. Instead, it offers visitors all the benefits of a vacation destination without the attitude. Crested Butte’s laid-back vibe and friendly mountain-town ambience are as genuine as the antique lamplight of Elk Street.

Also known as a recreational enthusiast’s paradise, Crested Butte is the happy home-base for plenty of year-round outdoor fun. Skiers know the town as Colorado’s “Last Great Ski Town” and mountain-bikers, climbers, hikers, river rafters, hot spring and wild flower enthusiasts, and fly-fishers flock to the area for its vast surrounding wilderness which includes the Black Canyon of the Gunnison. Home to the Mountain Bike Hall of Fame and the Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum, in addition to the Wild Mushroom Fest, the Summer Arts Fair and the Wildflower Festival, the town offers something for everyone. No matter what your ability or taste, you’ll find plenty to do and see.

With its spectacular scenery and special combination of authentic mining-town atmosphere coupled with an appreciation for modern sensibilities, Crested Butte is a gem among Colorado destinations.