Crested Butte Ski Resorts, Weather & Snow Report

Crested Butte Ski Vacations
Experience the Rocky Mountains!

Best For: Families hoping to raise the next freeskiing world champion

Like its Colorado siblings Copper Mountain and Telluride, Crested Butte is a remote, high-elevation former mining town of historic buildings surrounded by spectacular scenery. Crested Butte, though, has a different, more counterculture character than its glossy counterparts; it's funkier, saltier, more altimeter watch than Rolex. There are restaurants in back-alley log cabins and buildings sided with old license plates, and the free shuttle buses to the ski area are wildly painted by local artists. There are currently no chain stores, and with a population of only 1,487, shopping options may be limited. But that's the point. You don't come here to shop or be seen, you come here to ski and to revel in the surrounding Elk Mountains and one of the most eclectic, adventurous playgrounds in the Rockies. Crested Butte Mountain Resort is three miles up the road, and the base village, part of the town of Mt. Crested Butte, offers conveniently located hotels and condo blocks. There are plenty of dedicated beginner and kid-friendly terrain on the lower mountain, as well as a reasonable collection of blue groomers mid-mountain, but it's the expert skiing and hiking terrain on the North Face, Teocalli Bowl, and around the peak of Crested Butte mountain itself that give the mountain its cult-like following. Crested Butte pioneered adventure skiing, or running lifts specifically for access to ungroomed, advanced terrain, and the steep, cliff- and couloir-riddled, in-bounds terrain it serves up is as hairy as any in the country. There's a reason countless extreme skiing and snowboarding competitions have been held here. The ski school also offers powder and steep skiing instruction for intermediates looking to become experts.

Ask a Local One of the original female extreme skiers, Wendy Fisher is a former Olympian, seven-year member of the U.S. Ski Team, and two-time World Extreme Skiing champion. A resident of Crested Butte since 1996, she's currently a ski ambassador for Crested Butte Mountain Resort, where she teaches ski clinics and private lessons. Here are her recommendations. Best Digs Budget: Crested Butte International Lodge & Hostel Swank: The Lodge at Mountaineer Square Best Eats Cheap: Teocalli Tamale Gourmet: Soupçon Bistro Best After-Ski Party Spot On the mountain it would be Avalanche Bar & Grill; in town, it's Talk of the Town Best Rest-Day Activity Take a dogsledding tour with Lucky Cat Dog Farm, or learn to drive a Snowcat on a closed course at the resort. Crested Butte's Classic Ski Run "For ungroomed runs I would consider Spellbound to Phoenix off the North Face lift," says Fisher. "For groomed trails, go to International."

Inspire Your Passion for Adventure

Visit "Colorado's Last Great Ski Town" and experience the difference that sets Crested Butte apart from other mountain destinations. The lively historic town, premier ski mountain, and dramatic landscape with endless recreation opportunities offer the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable vacation. With wide open groomers, great beginner terrain and some of the best extreme terrain in North America, Crested Butte Mountain Resort is among the top destination ski resorts in the west. Beyond skiing, guests can truly experience this ski town with numerous adventure-driven activities, an exquisite culinary scene, fun family programs and "uniquely Crested Butte" events. Crested Butte Mountain Resort offers some of the steepest lift-served ski terrain in the USA. Extreme Limits is 550 acres of steep and deep, backcountry-style, expert-only skiing and riding. Author/extreme skier Lito Tejada-Flores calls Extreme Limits "the best adventure skiing in the Rockies." If you want challenge, this is the place to go. Beyond the extremes, most of the trails are ideal for beginners to intermediates, so there is plenty of inspiring terrain for everyone. Crested Butte Mountain Resort offers programs ranging from adult and kids ski and snowboard classes to race workshops and special programs. More than 1,500 acres and 2,775 vertical feet (lift served) of varied terrain await skiers and boarders of all abilities. Crested Butte is also home of Colorado's first X Games, the Annual U.S. Extreme Freeskiing and Boarderfest Championships, the Elk Mountain Grand Traverse and colorful, entertaining events like the Al Johnson Uphill/Downhill Telemark Race. Crested Butte offers phenomenal skiing and snowboarding, snowmobiling, backcountry adventures, cross-country skiing, ice skating, and sledding. Dogsled tours and horse drawn sleigh-rides are also available. Dining, gallery-hopping, shopping,and spa services are some of the best apres ski activities - visit the shops at the Treasury Center, (located slopeside) or stroll the historic town of Crested Butte for a unique people-watching experience.

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Popular & Recommended Properties

Cristiana Guesthaus - This Colorado property has ski-in/out access to the Crested Butte Mountain Resort. A large fireplace is in the lobby and the rooms include flat-screen TVs and iPod docking stations. A kitchenette with granite counter tops and a microwave is standard for all rooms at the Elevation Hotel & Spa. The rooms have rustic dark wood furniture and access to free Wi-Fi. Guests can store or rent ski equipment at the seasonal shop or relax in the full-service Elevation Spa. The property also includes a fitness center overlooking 2 outdoor hot bathtubs. Dining at the Elevation includes the 9380 Prime, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The restaurant features homemade desserts and a full bar. In the Gunnison National Forest, the Elevation is within a 5-minute drive of downtown Crested Butte, which features shopping and dining. The Gunnison/Crested Butte Airport is 31 miles from the property.

Elevation Hotel & Spa - Located in Crested Butte town center, this European-style lodge is 3 miles away from Crested Butte Mountain Ski Resort. It features a hot tub and a sauna. All guest rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi and a daily homemade continental breakfast is provided. Rooms at Guesthaus Cristiana are simply furnished and offer an private bathroom and a hairdryer. Each heated room includes a telephone and an alarm clock. A free transfer service to Crested Butte Mountain and to Nordic Ski Center, 1 miles away, is available to guests of Cristiana Guesthaus. Crested Butte Airport is 2 minutes' drive away from the lodge. Hiking and cycling trails are nearby. Guests can relax by the large stone fireplace in the lobby at Cristiana Guesthaus after a day of skiing. For convenience, ski storage is provided. Free guest parking is available.

Old Town Inn - Featuring Wi-Fi in all rooms, this hotel provides guests with a free shuttle service to Mount Crested Butte. A hot tub is offered for guest relaxation. Free parking is featured on site. Rooms at Old Town Inn include a sitting area with a desk, a flat-screen cable TV and a small refrigerator. Each private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. At Old Town Inn Crested Butte guests can enjoy coffee, tea and hot chocolate in the lobby all day. Other facilities include ski storage and a ski shop. The property also provides free parking. Lake Grant is 3 miles from the hotel and Peanut Lake is 2 miles from Crested Butte Old Town Inn.

Elk Mountain Lodge - This mountain-escape bed and breakfast features a full bar onsite and free bikes for guest use. Rooms offer modern lodge decor and free Wi-Fi. Crested Butte Ski Area is 3 miles away. Cable TV is available in all rooms at the Elk Mountain Lodge. Antique-inspired furnishings, hardwood floors, and plenty of natural light are offered. Mountain views and a seating area are also included. A hot breakfast is available at the Lodge Elk Mountain. Ski storage, a game room, and a business center are also at the property for guest convenience. A large amount of outdoor activities are available right from the Elk Mountain Lodge, including hiking, fishing, rafting, skiing, and mountain biking. Downtown Crested Butte is less than 5 minutes' walk from the bed and breakfast. Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport is 45 minutes' drive away. CB Nordic Center is half a mile from the property.

Eleven Experience Public House Lofts - Featuring a restaurant, bar and views of city, Eleven Experience Public House Lofts is located in Crested Butte, 2.8 miles from Crested Butte Mountain Resort. The property has free WiFi throughout the property. The rooms comes with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, an electric tea pot, a shower, a hairdryer and a closet. At the hotel rooms include a private bathroom with free toiletries. Guests at Eleven Experience Public House Lofts will be able to enjoy activities in and around Crested Butte, like skiing. The nearest airport is Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport, 31 miles from the accommodation.

Nordic Inn - Located 10 minutes' walk from Crested Butte Ski Resort, It offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and serves and daily continental breakfast. All guest rooms at Nordic Inn feature a cable TV with HBO film channels, an private bathroom and a hairdryer. Spacious chalets at the hotel offer a fully equipped modern kitchen, a gas fireplace and a private sauna. After a day of skiing, guests of Inn Nordic can unwind in the Great Room where they can socialize, play games and enjoy views of Mt. Crested Butte. If they prefer, guests can relax in the hot tub, which is accessible by heated sidewalks on an outdoor deck. Heated boot dryers and secure ski and snowboard storage are provided at Nordic Inn. Bicycle storage is offered in the spring and summer. Snow shoes are available to guests.

Gothic Road Adventure - Located in Crested Butte, Gothic Road Adventure features accommodations with a balcony and free WiFi. Boasting free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as skiing and cycling. The holiday home has 1 bedroom, a TV with cable channels, an equipped kitchenette with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub. Crested Butte Mountain Resort is 0.7 mi from the holiday home. The nearest airport is Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport, 34 mi from Gothic Road Adventure.

Hunter Hill Hideaway - Located in Crested Butte, a 2-minute walk from Crested Butte Mountain Resort, Hunter Hill Hideaway has accommodations with a shared lounge, free WiFi and an ATM. Featuring free private parking, the vacation home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as skiing and cycling. The vacation home comes with 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with mountain views. The nearest airport is Aspen-Pitkin County Airport, 29 miles from the vacation home.

Three Seasons Condominiums - Located in Crested Butte, Lark's Nest Condo is 0.6 miles from Crested Butte Mountain Resort. Red Lady Express Lift is 1,950 feet from the property. There is also a kitchen, fitted with a dishwasher, oven and microwave. A refrigerator and stovetop are also featured, as well as a coffee machine. Every unit is fitted with a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. The nearest airport is Aspen-Pitkin County (Sardy Field) Airport, 22 miles from Lark's Nest Condo.

Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast & Spa - Set within 1.8 mi of Crested Butte Mountain Resort in Crested Butte, Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast & Spa features free bikes and a garden. Among the various facilities of this property are a shared lounge and a ski pass sales point. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bath, while certain rooms are equipped with a patio. At Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast every room has a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Breakfast is available daily, and includes American and vegetarian options. At the accommodations guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. Guests can take part in various activities in the surroundings, including skiing, cycling and hiking. The nearest airport is Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport, 24 mi from Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast & Spa.