Crested Butte

Welcome to the extraordinary town of Crested Butte. Nestled deeply within the spectacular Elk Mountains at a commanding elevation of eight thousand eight hundred and eighty five feet, this is a community where deep, rugged…

We begin our exploration on Elk Avenue, the vibrant, colorful main artery of historic Crested Butte. This remarkably preserved, one hundred and twenty year old thoroughfare is a walking museum of western vernacular architecture. …

Located prominently along our route is the Crested Butte Museum, an essential, highly recommended stop for anyone desiring a deeper intellectual understanding of the region's complex heritage. The physical building housing the…

As you continue to wander through the historic downtown, your senses will inevitably be tantalized by the incredible, diverse culinary aromas wafting out from the various local restaurants. Despite its small, isolated size and…

Just a short, quiet walk off the bustling main street brings us to a beautiful, historic structure known as the Elk Mountain Lodge. This beautifully preserved building provides a fantastic, tangible link to the town's early,…

Leaving the quiet charm of the historic town behind, a brief, highly efficient fifteen minute shuttle ride transports us upward to the Mountain Village, the bustling, modern base of the Crested Butte Mountain Resort. The sheer…

While the steep, snow covered slopes dominate the intense winter months, the summer season miraculously unveils Crested Butte’s true, vibrant alter ego. We are standing at the absolute edge of the vast, protected wilderness of…

As our comprehensive journey through the remarkable town of Crested Butte naturally concludes, take a final, highly appreciative look around. Whether you are currently standing amidst the historic, brightly painted wooden…