Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce
Crested Butte
| Location: | 226 miles southwest of Denver on Colorado 135 |
| Colorado.com Description: | Big, open and free of crowds, Crested Butte, a quaint 1880’s historic mining town and Registered National Historic District, is often called “Colorado’s last great ski town.” In summer, this winter paradise turns in to the perfect destination to enjoy all of Colorado’s outdoor recreational activities: mountain biking on epic trails, hiking in alpine and aspen forests, fishing in pristine rivers, lakes and streams, and whitewater rafting and kayaking in class II–IV rapids. Camping is also available in nearby Gunnison National Forest providing a variety of amenities — from primitive to full-service. Enjoy boating and all water sports on Colorado’s largest lake, the Blue Mesa, part of Curecanti National Recreation Area. Horseback riding in the Rocky Mountains is one of the best ways to take in the spectacular scenery. Crested Butte is the “official wildflower capital of Colorado,” as it explodes with color during spring. While you’re in town, be sure to visit the Mountain Bike Hall of Fame and Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum. In winter, skiers and snowboarders revel on Crested Butte Mountain Resort’s thousand-plus acres of terrain, ranging from beginner and intermediate groomers, to extreme glades and steeps. Fourteen chairlifts service 2,700 vertical feet of pure paradise. The terrain parks and incredible half-pipes offer innovative options for aspiring and experienced free-style riders. In summer, Crested Butte Mountain Resort turns into a mountain bike and hiking destination. Ride the chairlift up, and bike or hike down. Year-round, enjoy one-of-a-kind shops and restaurants and a variety of comfortable lodging options. |
| Elevation: | 8885 feet |
| Population: | Total Population: 1,529 (2005); Male 848; Female 681 Median Resident Age: 30.6 years Races: White/Non-Hispanic 75%; Hispanic 20.2%; Two or More Races 5.6%; Vietnamese 4.8%; Other 1.6% Ancestries: Irish 19.5%; English 17.8%; German 17.2%; Italian 4.8%; Swedish 4.1%; Scottish 4.1% Population Density: 2,200 people per square mile (0.7 total sq. mi.) |
| Median Household Income: | $41,300 (2005) Average Household Size: 2.2 people Residents with Income Below the Poverty Level: 11.4% (1999) |
| Median House/Condo Value | $351,400 (2005) |
| Median Real Estate Tax: | 0.5% (2000) |
| Nearest Hospital or Medical Center: | Aspen Valley Hospital (26 miles - Aspen) Gunnison Valley Hospital (28 miles - Gunnison) Valley View Hospital Association (52 miles - Glenwood Springs) |
| Nearest Airport: | Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional (24 miles - Gunnison) Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (26 miles - Aspen) North Fork Valley (46 miles - Paonia) Crawford (47 miles - Crawford) Glenwood Springs Municipal (49 miles - Glenwood Springs) Eagle County Regional (53 miles - Eagle) |