Gunnison Activities
The mountains and valleys around Gunnison will inspire you to hit the trail, cast a line, splash through whitewater, and to sled, ski, and glide your way through the snowy winter landscape.
Back At The Ranch Home FurnishingsGunnison, CO
Out on the range? Come back to your ranch with Back at the Ranch Home Furnishings â€" and relax…..
Blue Mesa ReservoirGunnison, CO
Blue Mesa Reservoir has everything for your fishing vacation including boat and slip rentals, two marinas, tours, and dining...
City of Gunnison Parks and RecreationGunnison, CO
The official City of Gunnison Parks and Recreation web page, provides information about the community's€™s recreational activities...
Enjoy the beauty of the snow and countryside with Cosmic Cruisers Sled Dog Tours. Fun for all ages!..
Dos Rios Golf Club IncGunnison, CO
A stunning 18-hole course straddling the beautiful Gunnison river...
At Blue Mesa, you can meet Ryan VanLanen, who can teach you to catch the mac of a lifetime...
Gene Taylor's Sporting Goods - GunnisonGunnison, CO
Rent the finest, high-performance ski and snowboard equipment at the most affordable prices. Locations in Snowmass, Gunnison and Grand Junction...
Gunnison Arts CenterGunnison, CO
Providing a stage for Gunnison talented artists, while offering creative activities for the local community...
Gunnison BreweryGunnison, CO
A recently established business, Gunnison Brewery provides drinks and food with occasional live music...
For more information on things to see and do in Gunnison County visit our website or stop by our Visitor Center at 500 E. Tomichi in Gunnison!..
Experienced, insured, bonded Colorado Fly-Fishing Guides in Almont to guide beginners/ veterans through casual floats, walk-wades, rivers and lakes...
Gunnison Sports OutfittersGunnison, CO
Offers spring and summer fishing expeditions on Blue Mesa Lake for some of the most avid anglers in Colorado...
High Mountain Drifters Guide ServiceGunnison, CO
The most versatile fishing guides in the Gunnison River Valley. Beginners are welcome!..
Lucky Cat Dog FarmGunnison, CO
Lucky Cat Dog Farm is known for dog sled tours throughout the scenic wilderness of Gunnison, Colorado...
Rock 'N' Roll SportsGunnison, CO
Whatever your sport, Rock and Roll Sports has the gear to get you going!..
Scenic River Tours IncGunnison, CO
Rock climbing, fishing, kayaking, rafting... whatever gets your blood rushing, we can arrange it!..
Sugah's Southern BistroGunnison, CO
Sugah's€™s Southern Bistro offers a wide variety of food prepared with locally raised beef and lamb...
Tenderfoot OutfittersGunnison, CO
Experience Colorado on Horseback, this adventure company offers alpine trail rides, youth adventure camps, fishing, and tent trips...
The Bean Coffeehouse & EateryGunnison, CO
The local coffeehouse for those seeking organic food and drinks from a company that practices fair trade and environmental responsibility...
Waunita Hot Springs RanchGunnison, CO
Waunita Hot Springs Ranch has a swimming pool, spa, delicious food, comfortable accommodations, fishing, and many other outdoor activities...
Brick CellarGunnison, CO
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- Gunnison is barely a half hour drive south of Crested Butte.
- Explore the infinite amount of hiking trails that wind through the mountains and valleys.
- Let adrenaline take over as you enjoy the exhilaration of a whitewater rafting trip.
- Enjoy pristine powder with no lift lines up at Mt. Crested Butte ski resort.
Overview
Gunnison offers year-round outdoor recreation opportunities; spring brings new life to the mountains and valleys, in summer, the mountain sides are covered in a kaleidoscope of colors, as fall sets in the trees take on warm hues of yellow and orange, and the snow covered landscape of winter is complemented by constant sunshine. So no matter when you visit, you are promised a great time in a beautiful place.
Summer
- Hiking
Sitting on the west slope of the Rockies, Gunnison's landscape offers infinite routes of exploration. Hikers have options as trails vary from thigh burning excursions to picnic strolls. Bag a peak on one of Colorado's famed fourteeners, take in the majestic and spell binding Black Canyon, or search out the crystal clear waters of an alpine lake. - Biking
As with hiking trails, the area boasts a plethora of both road and mountain biking trails. Whether a beginner or an expert, this biking mecca offers trails for you. Take a ride through the high country dessert via the 2 Hartman Rock's Trail loop to orient yourself with the area. - Camping/Backpacking
Gunnison is surrounded by roughly two million acres of National Forest land. So, pack your pack and hit the trail. Or maybe you just want to go camping without the packing, no problem, you will find hundreds of campsites around the area, especially in and around Curecanti National Recreation Area. - Horseback Riding
Embrace your inner cowboy or girl and hit the trail on horseback. Set out for a half-day or full-day adventure or spend the night under the stars while enjoying a multi-day trek. - Fishing
Rivers, reservoirs, and alpine lakes abound, so pick a spot and enjoy a day of fishing. All fisherman, bait and fly alike, will get their fill from these waters. Hit the popular Taylor River, where the fish are enormous, sometimes close to ten pounds, the Gunnison River which offers Gold Medal stretches of river, or Blue Mesa Reservoir. Common fish include rainbow, brook, brown, and cutthroat trout along with kokanee salmon. Don't forget a fishing permit! - Boating
The place to be for boating is Curecanti National Recreation Area's Blue Mesa Reservoir, the largest man made body of water in Colorado. Pack a lunch and enjoy the day on the lake. Beware, high winds are common, especially in the reservoir's Bay of Chickens, a perfect destination for windsurfers. If you don't have a boat, rent one from the marina. - Boat Tours
Experience the upper portion of Black Canyon of the Gunnison River with a boat trip. Be ready for the decent hike from the trailhead to the boat dock, which includes over 230 steps. Boat tours are also available on Blue Mesa Reservoir. - Canoeing/Kayaking
Enjoy a tranquil day at Blue Mesa Reservoir as you practice your paddling and rolling before you hit the whitewater. The Gunnison offers Class V kayaking rapids and is famed for killer waterfall drops. Don't miss your chance for a go on Oh-Be-Joyful, Little Daisy and Cascade. The water peaks in mid-June. - Whitewater Park
Welcome to a paddler's playground! This new addition to Gunnison is found on the Gunnison River, just west of town, downstream of Twin Bridges. A series of rock structures stretching for over a mile create an awesome spot to perfect your spoons, cartwheels, loops, and helixes. - Whitewater Rafting
Hit the Taylor or Gunnison River for an exhilarating day on the river as you hit Class II-IV rapids. The Taylor is steep, offering fun, long shoots. The Gunnison River, made up of a series of steep creeks and streams offers a great combination of awesome whitewater and scenic floating. - Hunting
Gunnison is renowned for “big bucks.” Colorado limits the amount of licenses for mule deer, consequently, many bucks grow large trophy sized racks. Elk hunting is also popular. Contact the Colorado Division of Wildlife for a hunting permit. - Golfing
Spend the day on the golf course. Majestic mountain views will follow your every shot. Two courses are available, each offering different hazards that aim to challenge the player.
Winter
- Downhill Skiing
Mt. Crested Butte is the place to head for great downhill skiing. You won't find long lift lines here, just killer powder and trails for every level of skier. Don't miss the new Gold Link Terrain Park and Superpipe. - Cross-Country Skiing
Is there a better way to take in the serenity and quiet of a snow covered landscape than with a day spent cross-country skiing? No. Near Crested Butte you will find over 20km of groomed trails or stay closer to Gunnison and head over to Hartman Rocks Recreation Area, which offers about 12km of groomed trails. - Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing is a great and easy way to stay active in the winter. Just remember, where you can hike, you can snowshoe. So, grab those snowshoes and start bounding through the snow. - Snowmobiling
When the snow hits, sledding season begins. Local snowmobile clubs keep miles of trail nicely groomed. Do like the locals and head up to Kebler Pass for deep powder with a nice base. Beware of avalanche dangers. - Ice Fishing
Even in winter, Gunnison is a hot spot for fishing. Fly fisherman head over to the area just below Taylor Dam where they will find hungry and eager rainbow trout. Blue Mesa Reservoir also offers great ice fishing. - Dog Sledding
Do something completely different this winter and enjoy a day spent dog sledding. Different tours are offered for half-day and full-day excursions. Let the energetic and spirited huskies pull you through the tranquil mountain scenery. This truly is an experience of a lifetime.