Crested Butte
Local Guide

Everything you need for an unforgettable stay – summer or winter

Mountain Biking

  • Evolution Bike Park (on-mountain lift-served)
  • 401 Trail – world famous singletrack
  • Lupine Trail – wildflowers in July
  • CB Bike Rentals in town

Hiking & Wildflowers

  • Snodgrass Trail (easy, wildflowers)
  • West Maroon Pass to Aspen (epic day hike)
  • Gothic & Judd Falls (family-friendly)
  • Peak wildflowers: mid-July

Fly Fishing & Rivers

  • Slate River & East River – gold medal waters
  • Crested Butte Angler (guides & gear)
  • Lake Irwin – easy access & stunning

Favorite Restaurants (Summer)

  • Secret Stash – best pizza in Colorado
  • The Sunflower – farm-to-table, amazing brunch
  • Montanya Distillers – craft rum cocktails
  • Third Bowl Ice Cream – homemade in town

Skiing & Snowboarding

  • Crested Butte Mountain Resort – 1,547 acres
  • Free town shuttle stops 2 blocks away
  • Nordic Center – 50km groomed trails
  • Backcountry: Gothic, Snodgrass, Anthracites

Après & Nightlife

  • The Dogwood – craft cocktails
  • Public House – live music most nights
  • Tully’s – locals’ bowling + food
  • Bonez – killer margaritas

Winter Events

  • Al Johnson Memorial – costumes + telemark race
  • Grand Traverse – CB to Aspen backcountry ski race
  • CB Film Festival (September, but worth planning)

Grocery & Essentials

  • Clark’s Market – full grocery, 5 min walk
  • Mountain Earth – organic & local
  • Liquor Store – 2 blocks away