Summer Activities
Summer Activities
Crested Butte Summer Experiences
We hope this list of top summer activities is just enough to entice you to visit, but please keep in mind we’re leaving some of this up to your imagination for a reason. However, should you get stumped, don’t hesitate to ask the staff for creative ideas, we’re all adventurers here!
Hiking, mountain biking, cycling, camping, kayaking, mt. climbing… and an endless list of possibilities for your Crested Butte summertime adventure await you.
Hiking from Crested Butte to Aspen
The hike from Crested Butte to Aspen is one of Colorado’s most iconic alpine adventures, taking you deep into the…
Celebrate the Fourth in Crested Butte
Celebrate the Fourth of July in the Gunnison Valley with a full weekend of classic small-town festivities. From lively parades…
Crested Butte Arts Festival 2026
The Crested Butte Arts Festival celebrates the town’s deep-rooted creative spirit and vibrant art community. Now one of the most…
Our Favorite New Cycling Base Camps
Image and Article from Outside Magazine If you’re a cyclist, finding somewhere to stay can sometimes be tricky. Is there…
Dining and Nightlife in Crested Butte
Crested Butte has tons of great restaurants and local spots to explore, all within walking distance of Elk Mountain Lodge.…
Mountain Biking in Crested Butte
Crested Butte, Colorado is a mecca for mountain bikers of all abilities. Hundreds of miles of trails link together to…
Boating and Rafting
Take a kayak or raft out on the Taylor or Gunnison River, play at the Gunnison Whitewater Park, or rent…
Horseback Riding
Travel the trails of Crested Butte, Gunnison, Gothic, Mt. Crested Butte and Taylor Colorado by horseback. Take a guided or…
Crested Butte Wildflower Festival 2026
The Crested Butte Wildflower Festival is a week-long event that takes place annually in July in Crested Butte. The flower-focused…
General Tourism Information
The Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte people look forward to seeing you this season! Please take the time to…
Fishing
Crested Butte and Gunnison, Colorado are the anglers delight of the West. Salmon and trout are abundent and there are…
Crested Butte Farmer’s Market
The Crested Butte Farmer's Market features a variety of organic and certified naturally grown vegetables, fruits and herbs, pasture-raised and…