Crested Butte

Tucked into the Elk Mountains of central Colorado, Crested Butte is a place whose character is shaped by high elevation, snowy winters and a compact valley setting. Coal Creek runs through town toward the Slate River, while the prominent peak of Crested Butte rises immediately to the north. The settlement developed as a coal-mining community in the late 19th century; its National Historic District preserves a walkable grid of wooden storefronts, homes and public buildings from that era. Today, trails, ski terrain and summer wildflower meadows place outdoor life at the center of local culture. The town remains distinct from nearby Mount Crested Butte, a separate resort community. See how Crested Butte relates to the Elk Mountains and Colorado high country by browsing webcams nearby.

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