Things to do & places to visit in Crested Butte, Colorado, United States

Synonymous with extreme and big mountain skiing, Crested Butte is a snow lover's paradise. The majestic peaks of the Crested Butte Mountain Resort offer expert bowls, steeps and long cruisers for advanced skiers, as well as extensive, open blue and green runs for intermediate and beginners as well. Off the mountain, visitors will find plenty of activities, from cross-country skiing, ice skating and dog sled tours to museums and a vibrant arts and theater scene.

Crested Butte city in Colorado, United States. Timezone: America/Denver, current date and time: Monday, May 06, 2024, 9:42.

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5.0 Kebler Pass (477 reviews)
- Loved it
Scenic Drives

The drive from Crested Butte to Paonia passes West Beckwith Mountain, the best spot in the state to view foliage. With 50 square miles of golden aspens. See more..
5.0 Black Tie Ski Rentals of Crested Butte (121 reviews)
- Highly recommend
Gear Rentals

Black Tie Ski Rentals is Crested Butte's only ski and snowboard rental delivery shop! We gather guest information, select equipment from our own fleet based on that information, and fit the guest with ski and snowboard equipment at their place of lodging at a time that is convenient. See more..
5.0 Escape Bodywork Boutique (40 reviews)
- Excellent massage!
Spent 1-2 hours Spas

Located in the heart of Crested Butte, Escape offers massage for health and happiness in a cozy, single room setting. Whether you're looking for relaxation, pain relief or pampering, you will find what you need here. Feel free to browse our menu of services and give us a call to schedule an appointment today. We look forward to seeing you soon! See more..
5.0 Crested Butte Farmers Market (2 reviews)
- Beautiful flowers!
Farmers Markets

Outstanding flowers. I literally swooped in on a Saturday and got my flowers for my wedding the following Monday. Beautiful and inexpensive! See more..
5.0 J C Leacock Photo Gallery (2 reviews)
- Wonderful! Inspiring!
Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries
We sought out this gallery after seeing JC Leacock's works on the walls of the condo we were staying in. His work is spectacular and inspired us to try to find the vantage points of a couple of his photographs. Viewing his work allows one to re-visit one's trip to the wildflowers of Crested Butte. It is easy to "get lost" in his work in all the right ways. If you are "taken" with his work, his photographs are mounted on a variety of materials and in assorted sizes (including postcards) that allow any budget to take home a piece of Crested Butte. See more..
5.0 Lazy F Bar Ranch (2 reviews)
- A Unique Crested Butte Experience!
Ranches
We began the evening with a shuttle bus trip from downtown Crested Butte to the staging area for the horse drawn sleighs. There were two sleighs with two horses pulling each one. Blankets helped keep us cozy as we went through the night to the little cabin for dinner. The service at the restaurant was excellent, but the dinner merits probably three stars. It was tasty, but the highlight of the evening was the sleigh ride. The food was tasty, but not spectacular. It was a great evening and I'd love to go again the next time I'm in Crested Butte. See more..
5.0 Crested Butte Mountain Summit Trail #605 (1 review)
- Amazing hike
Hiking Trails

It was great hike to the top of the Crested Butte Mountain. The trail was very challenging, especially at the upper part, near the summit. Loose rocks could surprise you at anytime. It was tricky for me, carrying two large cameras, I had to be double careful. Lower part of Summit Trail had beautiful vegetation and some snow(in mid-July). Closer to the top, more plats were disappearing. Views were gorgeous in any direction at any time during the hike. If you have problems being high, better don't go there, at least to the last, rocky part of the trail. If you will reach the summit, you can enjoy awesome view of the Crested Bute city and the whole valley. You can see also Crested Butte Resort. Because of high elevation, I had to make brakes, drink some water and catch an extra air. The top is basically a pile of rocks. There is not much rom for many people. It was very windy at the summit, even the weather was very sunny and warm. If you want to take a ride down, using the Silver Queen Chairlift, be sure, that you go down early enough, to be at the station before 2pm. This is the time of the last ride down. If you will miss this ride, the only option for you is to hike down to the city It takes about 3 hours! I strongly recommend this Summit Trail. Roman See more..
5.0 Gravity Groms (1 review)
- My boys LOVED it!
Spent More than 3 hours Sports Camps & Clinics

Gravity Groms Camps for Kids Who Rip! are outdoor action-sports and recreation day camps for kids ages 6 and up. We foster a rowdy, positive, polite and respectful atmosphere that focuses on the summer action sports that this region of the Rockies is so famous for. Everything we do centers on our core ideals of self-sufficiency, confidence and life-long outdoor skills. See more..
4.5 Crested Butte Mountain Resort (431 reviews)
- Great ski mountain
Ski & Snowboard Areas • Ghost Towns

This ski resort with its Victorian look offers all types of terrain for the skier. See more..
4.5 Schofield Pass (82 reviews)
- This drive is beautiful when leaves are changing
Scenic Drives

Between Crested Butte and Marble, this difficult road has narrow, steep passages. See more..
4.5 Crested Butte Nordic Center (69 reviews)
- Beautiful Groomed Trails and Updated Equipment
Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Ski & Snowboard Areas

Crested Butte Nordic is a non profit Nordic ski area that maintains 55 kilometers of immaculately groomed trails around the Town of Crested Butte, Colorado's Nordic Town. We offer complete ski and snowshoe rental packages as well as private lessons, clinics, tours and fine yurt dining. Our Nordic Center and trail-heads are within walking distance from all of Crested Butte’s restaurants and lodgings. See more..
4.5 Upper Loop/Upper Upper Loop (53 reviews)
- Gorges views
Hiking Trails

This trail offers moderate conditions and is very scenic. See more..
4.5 Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum (46 reviews)
- Quaint .useu.
Monday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours History Museums

The Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum preserves and shares the history, stories, and traditions of the Gunnison County. The historic Tony's Conoco (The first gas pump in town) was preserved as the basecamp of the museum, and holds permanent as well as rotating museums, features a gift shop, and hosts historic walking tours and other educational events. We also serve as a beautiful venue to host your next gathering or special event. Reach out to us directly to inquire! See more..
4.5 Montanya Distillers (40 reviews)
- Montanya Distillers in Crested Butte, Colorado
Monday: Spent < 1 hour Distilleries

Visit our newly expanded distillery in Crested Butte, Colorado where we offer facility tours and guided tastings of our rums. We offer two different tours (our regular tour/tasting, and our connoisseur tour for those desiring a more in depth experience) where you will get a close look at fermentation vessels, wash tank, and our custom copper pot still. You'll also learn about the history of Montanya and how we craft delicious high mountain rum. We also have a rum bar downtown (2 miles away from the distillery tour) that offers delicious cocktails and bar food. We look forward to welcoming you! See more..
4.5 Lower Loop Mountain Bike Trail (23 reviews)
- Drivable "Hike"
Hiking Trails

This gorgeous trailer has a road running along part of it, so if you can't walk very far, drive instead. You will still see gorgeous flowers!!! See more..
4.5 Meridian Lake (23 reviews)
- Love swimming in mountain lakes? This is the place!!
Bodies of Water • Hiking Trails

One of my favorite things in the world is swimming in a cool mountain lake. This one is special because you get a nice short hike before hand, then a breathtaking view! You can go right down to the edge and plunge in, or you can do a little cliff jumping. The water is not as cold as I thought it would be at this elevation. It was very comfortable. One thing to note is that a map I read said you can hike all the way around the lake, but the path was blocked by private residence barbed wire. Maybe I missed something, but it did seem limited. See more..
4.5 Trail 403 (20 reviews)
- Absolutely spectacular
Biking Trails

Scenic trail for mountain bike enthusiasts that leads to a scenic overlook. See more..
4.5 The Trailhead Children's Museum (20 reviews)
- Great for rainy days
Monday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Children's Museums

The Trailhead Children's Museum is located at 16 Sixth Street next to Off Elk Bakery in Crested Butte, CO. Admission is $8.00 per person, ages one and up. Great for all ages! We offer an engaging and dynamic environment that inspires children and families to explore, create, and learn together through discovery and play. Kids love pretend play from the Cabin Playhouse to the Grocery Store and Vendor Cart, dressing up as a pirate or fairy, exploring color and light with the Light Table, & finding their inner Picasso in the Art Bar. Dads and kids alike get creative building large structures in the Blue Block Area and creating in the Lego Exhibit. Check out our website for more info on Drop Off Programs, Summer Camps, and After School Experience Camps. See more..
4.5 Copper Creek Trail (8 reviews)
- Judd Falls
Spent More than 3 hours Hiking Trails

We just did the Juud Falls portion of this. You can hike up from the lower parking lot, or, if you have a high clearance vehicle, you can drive to the upper parking lot. It is a moderately easy hike to the falls from here, with some up and down, and some rocky areas. Bring water and wear sunscreen and proper footwear. The views are awesome. See more..
4.5 Union Congregational Church (6 reviews)
- A warm, welcoming church community!
Spent < 1 hour Churches & Cathedrals

Located in a lovely old church, the congregation is active and welcoming. Do stop in and worship when you visit CB. See more..
4.5 Snodgrass Skin Mountain Trail (3 reviews)
- Colorful trail
Hiking Trails

Nice hike for beginning of our stay in this region. Wild flowers are beautiful. They were everywhere!(July). You are walking like over the carpet. Bottom part a little bit easier. We've met people riding horses. The mountain bikers were there too. It was very busy place. Up higher was less busy and more beautiful! You can see whole valley and Mount Crested Butte behind. It was hot, so drinking water was necessary. Later, we saw other side of the valley. It was awesome. On the way down, there was a big area with aspen trees. They've looked so nice. I recommend this trail for everybody. Don't forget the bottle with water and sunscreen. Hat may be good too. RomanP See more..
4.5 Town Ranch Trail (3 reviews)
- Easy to access, a good hike.
Hiking Trails
Popular cross-country ski trail that is ideal for beginners. See more..
4.5 Town Of Crested Butte (2 reviews)
- wonderful buildings and cute shops
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings

The Old Downtown of Crested Butte is wonderful. Lots of wonderful old buildings beautifully renovated and preserved, great restaurants, and cute shops. Allow yourself time to see it! See more..
4.5 Brush Creek Trailhead (2 reviews)
- beautiful
Spent 2-3 hours Hiking Trails

This is an easy hike with nice views and beautiful flowers all along the trail. It is a short distance from CB towards gunnison. See more..
4.5 Walrod Cave Loop Trail (2 reviews)
- Exciting hike
Hiking Trails
We enjoyed this hike but the first part is definitely a strenuous climb. The views are great but this is a factor of there being very few trees so wear sunscreen and a hat. Traveling counter-clockwise would make the climbing easier. The caves are pretty cool just watch your step! See more..
4.5 Crested Butte Cemetery (2 reviews)
- The real history
Cemeteries

Cemeteries are part of the culture and history. Whenever is an opportunity, I try to go and see these places. You can learn about the city, about the people. I've visited this place only once. I was planing to comeback in different part of the day, but unfortunately there was no time for that. I've missed the graves related to the mining tragedy. Location of this place is so beautiful. RomanP See more..
4.0 Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce (36 reviews)
- Nice folks in there
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Visitor Centers

Stopped by and had a real nice chap,,,who it turns out had a connection to NH where we were from. He gave us some tips on a few good watering holes, places to grab some grub and a place to hang our hats....even though we werent whereing hats , we dont eat grub and we were looking for beer not water. Anyway....nice guy all the same and we really enjoyed talking with him, worth a stop, if only to pick up a free pack of Altitude sickness aid powder. Thanks!!!!....My head is glad to be back at 2,100 feet. See more..
4.0 Mountain Bike Hall of Fame and Museum (12 reviews)
- Nice Unique Historical Local Museum!
Speciality Museums

Fun and informative. I enjoyed seeing pictures of CB past! Thete is no other place like this . A must see.. I wish i had visted CB 20 years ago See more..
4.0 Silver Queen Express Chairlift (5 reviews)
- Great attraction for hikers
Points of Interest & Landmarks

All my experience with this chair lift is great! It's important addition to summer season in the area. One of the biggest hiking attraction, going to the summit of Mountain Crested Butte, wouldn't be so quick without opportunity to "jump" hundreds of feet on elevation to the point, where you can start your journey, hiking to the peak. When on the lift, you can be amazed by beautiful views of the region. We had to wear the face masks because of the freaking virus. The last ride down is at 2:15 pm. If you want to reach the peak of the Mountain Crested Butte and use the lift going down, you have to start your day early enough. I've calculated, that since you are at the top station of the lift, you need about 3 hours to be able to get to the summit without any rush, take some pictures and hike down to the lift. More time you have, better for you. There is many beautiful spots there. RomanP P.S. I am surprised that my previous review hasn't been published! See more..
Oh Be Joyful Gallery (0 review)
Monday: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Art Galleries
We love paintings. Crested Butte is surrounded by landscapes that have been inspiring artists for over a century. Often referred to as The Wildflower Capital of Colorado and The Last Great Ski Town, Crested Butte and Oh Be Joyful Gallery have been attracting some of the finest painters, printmakers, and sculptors from across the country, offering a diverse inventory to an engaged community of collectors. Whether you’re looking for a small memento from your trip to Colorado, or a centerpiece for your collection, you’ll find what you’re looking for at Oh Be Joyful Gallery. See more..