Omayra Acevedo, Peak to Peak. Many places in our colorful state are off the beaten path. It’s part of its charm and why we are in most peoples’ top places to see list. Let’s be thankful and appreciate what we have in our own backyard. This week, we are traveling four hours southwest of Denver to the town of Crested Butte. 

From a ski town to a summer full of endless adventures, there is plenty to do in Crested Butte to keep you and the entire family occupied and happy. There are many ways to explore the town. It just depends on which season you choose to enjoy it in. 

The good news is that there are quite a few things you can do year-round. Like what? Like camping! That’s right! You can even camp during the Winter months at the Cement Creek Campground. Don’t forget to bring wood. Lots of it. Anything else you can do on snow you can do in Crested Butte during the Winter months. Snow shoeing, skiing, snowboarding, sleigh rides or ice skating. You can always relish in a stroll around town down Elk Avenue; followed by a comforting warm dinner and perhaps a hot toddy for dessert.

If you visit during the Summer time, there is still a ton to do. Biking, hiking, fishing, climbing, horseback riding, river rafting, kayaking and paddle boarding to name a few. Hang around during the right time and you just might catch one of their events. From a music Festival, Wildflower Festival, Wine & Food Festival and the Crested Butte Arts Festival. Like I said, no reason to find yourself bored at 8,909 feet in elevation when you know where to go…

Anyone up for a road trip? After spending some time researching and catching up on what there is to do in Crested Butte, well, now I’m in the mood to discover. Yes, four hours in a car can be long for some people. My advice to you? Make the best of it and enjoy the ride. The country you will drive through is truly a beautiful paradise to see. 

For more information check out https://travelcrestedbutte.com/

(Originally published in the August 15, 2019, print edition of The Mountain-Ear.)