Crested Butte

Crested Butte Mountain Information

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Adaptive Sports Ctr
Adaptive sports, Where the possibilities are endless.
view site : map : call us (970) 349-2296
Air Up There
ColoradoBoarder: Burton, Volcom, GNU, LIB TECH, Dakine, Nidecker, DC Shoes.
view site : map : call us (970) 349-6841
Christy Sports
ChristySports.com is your online source for ski and snowboard products and ski rentals.
view site : map : call us (970) 349-6601
Crested Butte Sports
Crested Butte Sports is Crested Butte's premier Full Service Ski, Snowboard and Bicycle Shop, specializing in ski, snowboard and bike rentals, sales,
view site : map : call us (970) 349-7516
Flatiron Sports
Whether renting for the 1st time, or purchasing clothing or equipment our selection, quality, and experience will make the difference in your Crested
view site : map : call us (970) 349-6656
Nordic Inn
Located at the ski area in the town of Mt. Crested Butte, two miles from the historic mining town, the friendly tradition of the Nordic Inn has been o
view site : map : call us (970) 349-5542
Resort Quest Crested Butte
We can handle everything needed for your summer or winter getaway including lodging, air, lift tickets and equipment rentals.
view site : map : call us (970) 349-5705

Summit elevation
12,162 ft/3,707 m

Base elevation
9,375 ft/2,856 m

Lowest lift
9,100 ft/2,774 m

Vertical
2,775 ft/846 m – lift-served
3,062 ft/933 m – requires short hike to Peak

Terrain
1125 acres

Trails
121 total

  • 23% beginner
  • 57% intermediate
  • 20% advanced

Longest run
2.6 miles/ 4.2 km (Peak to Treasury)

Average annual snowfall
240 inches/610 cm

Snowmaking
282 acres of terrain covered by 13 of 15 lifts

Lifts
15 total

  • 3 high-speed detachable quad chairs
  • 2 fixed grip quad
  • 3 triple chairs
  • 3 double chairs
  • 2 surface lifts
  • 2 Magic Carpets

Lift capacity
19,850-people/hour

Superpipe
Located at the top of Forest Queen. The dimensions for the superpipe are: 55' wide, 18' high, and a slope of 17 degrees.

Terrain parks
The Canaan Terrain Park, (2600 foot park) located under the Paradise Lift includes jumps of various shapes, sizes and sequences and a dozen or so rail features for intermediates to advanced riders. The popular Kid's Park is located off the Painter Boy lift and open to skiers, snowboarders and snowskates. The park includes beginner hits and features that include rails, tabletops, rolls and a mini halfpipe. Open to all ages.

Tubing Hill
In case your kids aren't tired enough, a children's tubing hill will be available during the day at the top of Painter Boy and after the lifts close at the base of the Red Lady Express. This hill is lit for nighttime tubing.

Snowshoe Loop
2 miles/1.2 km
Two daily tours available/moonlight tours available in January, February and March.

Skier Days
1999/2000 – 414,642
2000/2001 – 367,263
2001/2002 – 336,483
2002/2003 – 342,416
2003/2004 – 333,011
2004/2005 – 376,000
2005/2006 – 411,000

Crested Butte, CO Weather

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