A regional park good for kids. Features a Soccer Field, Pavilion, Playground, Picnic Tables, Pond, Climbing Boulder.

Ahoy, mateys! The new pirate-themed playground, steals the spotlight in Town Park! With its snazzy play equipment fit for all ages, it’s a treasure trove of fun. Meanwhile, the Yelenick Pavilion is ready for your picnic party, boasting six picnic tables, two trusty charcoal grills, and all the trash and recycling goodies you need. Plus, with sprawling fields, swings, and a hammock nook, it’s the ultimate hangout spot for your crew to chill and soak in the stunning sights of Crested Butte!

Tennis & pickleball courts*
Two playgrounds (one for smaller children and one for older kids)
Fitness Park
Pavilion
Wedding Garden
Picnic tables & benches
Restrooms
Water

A short drive from town, this lake is a great place to spend the day. Enjoy hiking, kayaking, swimming, or hanging out.

We love parking at Gunsight Bridge and setting up on the rocks. We pack a cooler full of drinks and snacks, bring our own chairs and Turtlebox and relax and take in the views while the kids spend endless hours playing in the river. This is one of our favorite past times on a sunny summer day!

Slate River Boat Launch (put-in) -> Skyland Bridge (take-out): You can do an easy family paddle board from town to The Clubs at Mount Crested Butte. There is parking at both ends for easy in and out.

Every summer we do a family river raft day on the (Lower) Taylor River. Millie has been going since she was two so it is fun for all ages. If your group is older, you can do the Upper Taylor with more white water.

Every Sunday, this summer time farmers market features the freshest produce and crafts from local artisans. We always enjoy strolling down Elk Avenue after church at Oh Be Joyful.

Go horseback riding through the mountains and valleys of the Colorado back-country.

Black Canyon Anglers is proud to be the most respected guide service on the Gunnison River. Seasoned guides and quality equipment—paired with tailored customer service and attention to detail—results in a long list of satisfied clients.

Explore all the mountain has to offer: 3D archery, Disc Golf, Bungee jump trampoline, Rock Climbing Wall, Tin Cup Mining and more!

Where the pavement ends, the adventure begins. Rent our ATVs this summer in Crested Butte and ride out into the backcountry. No trailers needed. Special half-day and full-day rates in our side-by-sides!

About 9 miles from Crested Butte, this lake is a great place to go for a swim, paddle-board, scenic hike, fish, or just picnic and hang out.

A long 13.9 mile, scenic trail that climbs the Oh Be Joyful valley to the Blue Lake. Make it a day and rent a spot camp ground

This trail is close to town and offers some great scenery.

This 2.9 mile out and back trail features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from April until November.

This trail includes a couple of fantastic viewpoints of the Ruby Range and Marcellina Mountain, along with golden aspen color in the fall.

This 2.2 mile out and back trail features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from June until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.

This trail is easy, close to town, and features beautiful wildflowers during the summer months. This is a personal family favorite of ours! Take the entrance to the Clubs at Mount Crested Butte and follow the road until it dead ends at the trail head.

This 7.3-mile loop trail is close to town and is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and mountain biking. This is an easy trail for kids and adults of all ages and it's usually one we do our first day when we are still adjusting to the altitude. This hike offers mountain views as you follow the Slate River through the valley. Lower Loop connects with a few other trails, providing alternate routes such as Woods Walk and the Budd Trail along the way.

A short, steep, and rewarding hike that starts by taking the Silver Queen lift from the Crested Butte Mountain Resort base area up to 11,340 feet. (We haven't brought our kids up, yet. The steep drop off makes me too nervous, but we saw other children on our way up.)

For friendly service and the best coffee in town head over to Camp 4 Coffee. It's a tiny little cabin so don't plan to stick around. Take your coffee to-go to help the line move along. Voted best coffee in Colorado!

Open for breakfast and lunch only, this charming cafe is a great spot to enjoy a soup or sandwich for lunch or the best breakfast in town. It's a family favorite for breakfast with our crew!

Fresh baked bagels from scratch daily, bagel sandwiches made with love, coffee, and more!

Craving something healthier? Get your Daily Dose of fruits, veggies, and baked goods everyday! The place for smoothies, fresh juice the best avacado toast and breakfast burritos in town. They have a full espresso bar, tea, chai and more. Scratch-made baked goods, burritos, grain bowls, salads, sandwiches. Some mornings we order to-go and then walk to Pirate's Park.

This farm to table restaurant offers a seasonal menu. They are committed to using food from local farmers. A reservation here is a must.

For a family style dinner and the best fried chicken in town, head to The Slogar.

Casual dining with something for everyone!​ Online ordering available - Ready in 15-20 minutes!
They don't take reservations, so just come on in.

We love the Thai food at this Asian bistro.

Enjoy a dinner of tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, and margaritas at Bonez.

A great date night spot to enjoy fine dining. This French-American restaurant only offers a tasting menu.

Elk Ave. Prime Steak house is located in the heart of downtown Crested Butte on Elk Avenue. They feature the highest quality hand cut USDA PRIME steaks, pastas, lamb chops, elk, pork chops, fresh garden salads and more. They also have a great kids menu.

Crested Butte's oldest restaurant dating back to 1929. Menu ranges from USDA Prime steaks, burgers, seafood, and more.

The Secret Stash has been voted the Best Pizza in Crested Butte every year since we opened. Come taste why! Try our wings too! Dine in,Take out, Delivery. No reservations.

Serving wonderfully fantastic breakfasts and excellent lunches with a creative twist. Try the best malts, shakes and floats in town. Serving Bloody Marys, mimosas, beer, wine and more. Open early and serving full breakfast all day! Offering daily breakfast, lunch and dessert specials.

Specializing in Greek / Mediterranean / American with Gluten Free, Vegan & Vegetarian Options

A sourdough and vegetable forward eatery, bar, and bakehouse in Crested Butte, Colorado.

naturally-leavened sourdough pizza and bread | seasonal salads and pastas | artisanal cocktails and natural wines

IZAKAYA CABIN offers both a casual and lively atmosphere celebrating it's namesake as an IZAKAYA (Main Bar & Community Tables) as well as an exquisite sushi / fine dining experience in the Loft.

This family-owned and operated restaurant moved to Crested Butte from Pittsburgh, PA in 1997. Creating a cozy atmosphere where customers feel right at home with recipes that were handed down from his grandmother.

An elevated mountain dining experience centered around live-fire cooking.

The Company is based in the charming historical town of Durango located on the western slope of the Rocky Mountains in southwestern Colorado. From its 53,000 square foot factory, the Company manufactures an extensive line of premium chocolate candies and other confectionery products to supply its many franchise locations, delivered fresh by its fleet of refrigerated trucks. Fine chocolates, such as the Company’s signature piece, the Bear™, a paw-sized concoction of chewy caramel, roasted nuts and a heavy coating of chocolate.

Now with two Crested Butte locations - one in town and one on the mountain! Icecream made from Scratch in Small Batches in Hotchkiss, Colarado.

Just off the beaten path of Elk Ave and 3rd Street you’ll find The Dogwood, a historical old cabin where carefully crafted cocktails and lite bites are shared in an intimate setting. Their cocktail selection boasts an array of contemporary classics, original concepts, house-infused spirits, and homemade simples.

Crested Butte's Premier Beer Hall

A modern Colorado Saloon that celebrates local food and drinks with welcoming accommodations and the community of live music.

Open daily for rum tastings, distillery tours, artisan cocktails, and a fresh, seasonal food menu.

A well-curated shop with unique gifts, clothing, jewelry, and home goods.

A bed, bath, kitchen and home store.

A family-owned children's toy store.

One of Colorado's best rug galleries. Also, a great place to get beautiful Turkish shams.

A one-stop-shop for home goods, clothing, and accessories carefully and thoughtfully hand-picked by Willow's owner, Sally, always keeping the Willow core values in mind: QUALITY, CREATIVITY, COZINESS, WELL-BEING, COLOR, JOY and STYLE.

For your shopping pleasure, there are two Willow retail locations in Crested Butte - one is the "modern-day mercantile" and the other is the home goods and furnishings shop. Both are full of treasures for you and your home!

A fly fishing and outdoor shop that offers year round guided fly fishing trips.

Offer beautifully curated collection of goods with an emphasis on local, handmade, and one-of-a-kind. We serve artisanal foods to go that are grown and prepared by families and other small businesses just like ours. You'll find cold drinks, coffee, healthy snacks, and fun treats to fuel your Crested Butte adventures.

Grocery Store stocked with organic items, local produce, and other health-focused products.

is in the heart of historic downtown Crested Butte, Colorado. Our convenient location lends to the ease of renting bikes, getting out on the town trails or simply dropping a bike for a repair and heading to lunch while we work on getting you fixed up. Our service area is fully equipped and staffed with knowledgable mechanics to meet your needs. Need to rent a bike? We’ve got you covered. Our fleet is top notch and offers many options from basic Mountain bikes, full suspension Trail bikes, and some gravel bikes too!

Get your kids ready for a fun and exciting mountain summer camp! Camp CB offers a quality and memorable summertime experience for ages 5 to 8 years old. Children must be fully bathroom independent and in underwear to participate in Camp CB Adventure Camp.

Our purpose is to train the next generation of scientists while cultivating respect and wonder for the natural world. RMBL’s nature and science camps take place at our field research station located in Gothic, Colorado and on surrounding public lands. In a beautiful outdoor setting and in the company of career scientists, we provide hands-on investigations of nature.

Join the Trailhead for guided camps, classes, and workshops for children ages 0–12 and their families. Our offerings include full and half day camps, private lessons, and adult-child workshops.

We know how important it is to find the perfect sitter while you're on vacation. That's why CB Babysitters has taken the legwork out of researching local babysitters. Based out of Crested Butte, Colorado, CB Babysitters is a babysitting referral service and has screened and background checked every sitter on the list to ensure the utmost level of professionalism and safety. Book a babysitter or have them plan a private day camp with special activities just for your group!

Our whole family of three generations loves skiing Mt. Crested Butte! We have done everything from private lessons to group ski school and we have always had a wonderful experience with fun and insightful instructors.

Explore the Backcountry on a self guided snowmobile ride. Choose single or double rider when making reservation.

Cosmic Cruisers offers unforgettable wilderness sled dog adventures for all ages and abilities. You can choose between an all day tour or our shorter tour, which is just minutes from Crested Butte Mountain Resort.

Alpine Outfitters will provide the ultimate ice fishing experience for all ages. They provide the heaters, augers, fish finders, snowmobile(s), rods & reels, and all tackle and bait. You bring the appropriate apparel, fishing license and food and drinks.