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Discover Crested Butte

Located off the beaten path, Crested Butte is known for some of the best lift-served extreme terrain in the nation. Home to challenging skiing and biking, colorful storefronts, quirky costume events and our friendly vibe, Crested Butte is a place you’ll want to add to your bucket list.

Winter or summer  - there are still a plethora of activities for you to enjoy as well. Crested Butte is surrounded by 1.7 million acres of National Forest, allowing easy access to snowshoeing, fat biking, and cross country skiing in the winter or in the summer,  hiking, biking, paddle boarding and fishing, right out your front door in any direction.

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Crested Butte Mountain Resort

Known as Colorado’s last great ski town, Crested Butte Mountain Resort is a great year round mountain destination that offers gorgeous scenery, a rich history and lack of crowds. Crested Butte Mountain Resort has expansive and diverse terrain across more than 1,500 skiable acres. Our terrain is suitable for any ability type, including famed extreme terrain and exiting mountain biking and hiking options in the summer.

Crested Butte Mountain Resort is located in central Colorado, within the Gunnison National Forest and the Elk Mountain Range.

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Lodging Options for Every Adventure

Our properties feature a wide variety of slope-side and conveniently located condominiums. From ski-in ski-out luxury to family-friendly comfort, there is something for everyone. We look forward to having you join us in Crested Butte for a vacation to remember.

Need help? Start planning your Crested Butte vacation by calling our local experts at 877.547.5143

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Getting to Crested Butte and Around Town

Throughout the year, the Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC) offers daily flights serviced by both American Airlines and United Airlines. 

Winter 

  • Denver (DEN) – Daily Non-Stop Service | 2019-20 Schedule TBD
  • Houston (IAH) – Peak & Holiday Non-Stop Service | 2019-20 Schedule TBD
  • Dallas (DFW) – Daily Non-Stop Service | 2019-20 Schedule TBD

Summer 

  • Denver (DEN) – Daily Non-Stop Service | April 8 – November 2, 2019 
  • Houston (IAH) – Daily Non-Stop Service | June 6 – August 19, 2019 

Through these carriers' extensive flight network guests can get to Crested Butte from anywhere in the world.

The Gunnison Valley is one of the most beautiful, unspoiled rural areas in Colorado. However, this also means it’s a bit out of the way. We think the trade-off is worth it, but make sure you are prepared to get here. The drive through the mountains is nothing short of extraordinary. Drive time from Denver is 4 hours, and just under 4 hours from Colorado Springs.

Distance from major centers:

  • 30 miles/48 km north of Gunnison
  • 230 miles/368 km southwest of Denver
  • 90 miles/114 km northeast of Montrose
  • 197 miles/315 km west of Colorado Springs

Mountain Express operates a free shuttle between the towns of Mt. Crested Butte and Crested Butte. During the height of the season, it comes every 15 minutes so you’ll never wait long for a ride.

In true local character, every bus was painted by a different local artist—so many it’s hard to pick a favorite. Maybe the Aspen bus. Or the cow bus with the tail hanging off the back. Or the new Mountain Bike bus. We dare you to pick a favorite!

During the winter, the Condo Loop and Outer Condo Loops connect the Mt. Crested Butte Town Center to local condominiums. 

For more information, call 970.349.5616

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Paid Parking

The Crested Butte Mountain Resort parking lot is located just past the Grand Lodge on Gothic Road. Turn right on Treasury Road and the parking lot is on your right. The parking lot is $15 per day during the winter and free during the summer.

Overnight Parking

Overnight parking is $25 per night. However, we do not allow camping overnight. We also ask that you do not bring your RV or camper to park overnight.

Free Parking

Free parking is available at the two free town lots located north of the paid dirt lot and on Snowmass Road behind the Plaza Hotel.

Check In Information

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The Grand Lodge

Offers 24-hour front desk service in the main lobby during the summer and winter seasons. Please call for off season front desk service hours.
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Lodge at Mountaineer Square

Offers 24-hour front desk service in the main lobby on the ground floor during the summer and winter seasons. Please call for off season front desk service hours.
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The Plaza & CBMR Managed Properties

Check in for The Plaza and all other CBMR managed properties is at the front desk on the main level of The Plaza. Please call for front desk hours and after hour details of picking up keys for your reservation.