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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.
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1. Kebler Pass
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 462 reviews
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.
Reviewed By K2149OJmichaelm - Buffalo, United States
I spent 16 days from the end of September into October traveling in Colorado ,I was hoping to see the aspens in fall color and got my wish ,one of my favorite spots to see them, lodging can be tricky if you wait to book and it does get crowded but well worth seeing .
2. Black Tie Ski Rentals of Crested Butte
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5.0 based on 120 reviews
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.
Reviewed By 911ellenj - Dallas, United States
Black Tie Ski rental is by far the best place to rent ski and snowboard equipment in Mt. Crested Butte. They come to your hotel or residence with everything. Our boots were brand new with the paper stuffing still in them. Had a small problem with my husbands boots and in less than 15 minutes they were at our hotel with a new pair. For a few dollars more than other places on the mountain you will get excellent service! Very well worth it!
3. Action Adventures Snowmobile & ATV Tours and Rentals
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5.0 based on 132 reviews
Serving up fun in Crested Butte since 1982, our snowmobiling reputation speaks for itself. Our fun and friendly guides offer small personalized snowmobile tours designed to accommodate your style and skill level through the remote backcountry of the Gunnison National Forest. We have been an authorized permitee of the US Forest Service for over 30 years, and our guides are local professionals who know where all the best riding spots are located. Discover for yourself why so many people, locals and visitors alike, return year after year for the Action Adventures experience.
4. Alpine Express Shuttle
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5.0 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By 911ellenj - Dallas, United States
Highly recommend Alpine Express! Always waiting for you after you get your bags at baggage claim. Great drivers, always point out interesting sights and animals along the way to the mountain. Always on time for your pick up return trip to airport! Great service!
5. Flatiron Sports
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5.0 based on 21 reviews
Flatiron Sports is a full-service ski/snowboard rental and retail shop. Our friendly, experienced staff is here to help with all of your on-mountain needs, including ski and snowboard rentals, selecting clothing and gear and providing tips for skiing the mountain’s legendary terrain.
Reviewed By Travelingwades - Cincinnati, United States
Spencer, Nate and I think Cory (Spencer’s wife) fitted my family of 4 for the whole ski deal. They were kind, super friendly and knowledgeable and patient. This place rocks! The manager also was helpful and listened well to my feedback. Kathy fitted me for goggles and was awesome. What a great team!!!!
6. Wheelies and Waves
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5.0 based on 36 reviews
We started out in 2015 supplying top of the line paddle boards rentals so people could explore our local lakes and rivers. Now, we look forward to sharing our stoke of all our favorite things to do in the Gunnison Valley. We offer paddle board rentals and sales, kayak and tube rentals, local events and global adventure vacations. The Wheelies and Waves philosophy stands for the ability for everyone to pursue adventure as they see fit. All are welcome to the Wheelies and Waves family. We respect those who make adventure and exploration a priority. Inclusiveness, authenticity, enthusiasm. We are here as the home for doing what you love and doing it now.
7. Crested Butte Mountain Resort
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4.5 based on 417 reviews
This ski resort with its Victorian look offers all types of terrain for the skier.
Reviewed By slosh26 - Denver, United States
Great mountain with every (and I mean EVERY) staff member super friendly and helpful. Skied 3 days, son did 1/2 day lesson, and loved every minute on the mountain. Even getting rentals, finding lesson and exploring the mountain and village, we enjoyed. Every staff member you pass, you get a hello, Happy New Year, can I help you, and all of them really went out of their way to help. They also understood the Vail Resorts on-line system was (and still is) having plenty of issues. Rentals and lessons all worked out great thanks to the staff on the mountain. My favorite mtn to ski in Colorado. Mtn is steep and you can find some nice steep groomers. Great small pockets for short runs, short lifts near Umbrella Bar) and avoid the bigger crowds. Paradise has great steep runs.
8. Crested Butte Nordic Center
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4.5 based on 69 reviews
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.
Reviewed By mmrr4 - Saint Louis, United States
Just visited Jan '21. First time 60 yo Nordic skier, so took a lesson first. Rachel was an excellent instructor. I did the trails around Town Center first, absolutely gorgeous on a bright sunny, cold day. Very well groomed trails helped, although I can state unequivocally Nordic skiing is not easy and is a great cardio workout. After Town Center, I headed to the West trails. Parked around Peanut Lake and did Pooches Paradise (the dogs are a plus; contagious to see their joy of being outdoors). Again, beautiful. But after being on my skis for the btter part of 6 hours, I was gassed. Second day I headed back to the West trails, as they are much more isolated than Town Center which is much more wide open, which is what I was looking for. But it was snowing, hard, with 25-30 MPH winds! Sounds appealing, right? But if you're a newbie, it made for an excruciating cardio workout:). The tracks were pretty much filled with the falling snow, or the snow from the skating skiers. I'd describe it at plowing through peanut butter most of the way. I did make it all the way from Pooches Paradise, to Mike's Mile turnaround, and back (beauty and solitude-I barely saw another person). It has to be one of the most gorgeous places on earth. But my calves were screaming by then. Bottom line, really glad I tried Nordic for the first time. Great workout. But I opted to head to Mt. Crested Butte for some gravity-assisted alpine skiing my last day!
9. Christy Sports Ski and Snowboard
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4.5 based on 57 reviews
You'll find Christy Sports Crested Butte at the base of the mountain, just in the heart on Mountaineer's Square, adjacent to The Lodge. Visit our store for quality ski and snowboard rentals and the latest demo equipment, all delivered by our experienced, dedicated team. With the perfect equipment, apparel, and accessories for any snow conditions, Christy Sports is the ideal choice for your ski and snowboard necessities in Crested Butte.
Reviewed By Caro2252
Arden and the Christys crew were super helpful, knowledgeable, friendly and kind. Super fun atmosphere! They also enforce the mask rule, which makes me feel safe in their shop during a pandemic. Highly recommend!
10. Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 36 reviews
