Meeting Location
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
910 E Tomichi Ave
Gunnison, CO 81230
(970) 641-1288
https://www.ihg.com/
Local Accommodations
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham
701 W US-50
Gunnison, CO 81230
(970) 641-0608
https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/days-inn/gunnison-colorado/days-inn-gunnison/overview
The Wanderlust Hostel
3014, 221 N Boulevard St
Gunnison, CO 81230
(970) 901-1599
https://www.thewanderlusthostel.com/
Getting There
There is no doubt that Gunnison-Crested Butte is harder to get to than quite a few places in Colorado, maybe even most places in Colorado. But the trip is worth it. Nothing beats the drive up Highway 135 with towering mountains in either direction and a wide valley floor filled with snow or wildflowers depending on the season.
Fly to Gunnison
If you’re coming from farther away, flying to the Gunnison Airport is the way to go. The Gunnison–Crested Butte Regional Airport, located in Gunnison, is the closest airport to Crested Butte. It serves the communities in the Gunnison Valley with air service on United during the summer and off-seasons and United and American during the winter.
Fly then Drive to Gunnison and Crested Butte
Driving anywhere in Colorado can be quite the scenic adventure. It can also be nice to have a car at your disposal once you get here. There are a several options, for flying into Colorado, renting a car and then driving to Gunnison or Crested Butte.
Denver (4.5 Hours)
Montrose (1.75 Hours)
Colorado Springs (4 Hours)
Grand Junction (3 Hours)
Denver is the 5th busiest airport in the United States and services flights from all over the country. The drive from the Front Range through the heart of the Rockies to Crested Butte is a fantastic tour of some of the most scenic places in Colorado.
Leaving your car in Gunnison
Most of our meeting spots are at hotels that allow guests to leave their vehicle there while on tour. If you do not plan on being a guest at the hotel you should contact them ahead of time to find out regulations and possible fees associated with leaving your vehicle.
Other sights in the area
- Visiting Gunnison-Crested Butte
- 9 Things You Must Do in Crested Butte
- Uncover Colorado
- Crested Butte Museum
Weather
Visit the Weather Channel website for a seasonal chart for Crested Butte, CO.
A Word From Our Founders
For those who have yet to tour with us, we appreciate the opportunity to introduce you to our family-run company and guiding principles of sustainability and adventure. Our portfolio specializes in Western North America and is rapidly growing internationally. Building on over 100 destinations, we cater to the full spectrum of active traveler, respective to fitness level and activity type. From road cyclist to mountain biker to electric biker, hiker, and multi-sport enthusiast, and from first-timer to friends and family groups of all ability levels, on behalf of our Escape Adventures family, we look forward to many new and exciting adventures with you.
With much gratitude, and happy trails,
Jared and Heather Fisher
Founders and Owner-Operators
Escape Adventures
