Gunnison County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular cities in Gunnison County

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Crested Butte
Known for Skiing, Mountains and Hiking
Come to quaint Crested Butte and enjoy its skiing, mountain views and architecture.

Reasons to visit

  • Crested Butte Mountain Resort
  • Crested Butte Town Park
  • Crested Butte Nordic Center
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Gunnison
Known for Skiing, Small town and Mountains
Explore quaint Gunnison: its skiing, hiking, university life and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Blue Mesa Reservoir
  • Hartman Rocks
  • Gunnison Pioneer Museum
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Almont
Known for Rivers, Family-friendly and Hiking
Experience secluded Almont: its hiking, skiing, parks and more!
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Cimarron
Known for Nature and Natural parks
Escape to Cimarron! Enjoy its natural setting.
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Somerset
Check out the local area in Somerset—home to attractions like Lake Irwin and Grand Mesa National Forest.
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Pitkin
Head to St. Elmo and Monarch Ski Area—just two of the sights around Pitkin.
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Stay near popular Gunnison County attractions

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Photo by Chris Segal/Crested Butte Mountain Resort
Open Photo by Chris Segal/Crested Butte Mountain Resort

Crested Butte Mountain Resort

9.4/10 (633 reviews)
Enjoy thrilling year-round activities at this mountain resort tucked into the Colorado Rockies. Here, the value is in the experiences more than the name.
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