'''Crested Butte''' [http://www.gunnisoncrestedbutte.com] is a ski resort in the Rocky Mountains region of Southwestern Colorado.
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Crested Butte is located in Southwestern Colorado at the north end of the Gunnison Valley, 231 miles southwest of Denver and 28 miles from the Gunnison-Crested Butte Airport. Crested Butte is situated high in the Colorado Rockies on the Western Slope, at 8,885 feet. Mt. Crested Butte is three miles north of Crested Butte, at the base of the ski resort and has an elevation of 9,350 feet.
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Crested Butte proper is a small, pedestrian friendly town with most places of interest in walking distance. There is however a free shuttle service running from Mt. Crested Butte to the town of Crested Butte which also services several stop in town: the four-way stop at the center of town, the main street Elk Avenue, and the Majestic Plaza, near the movie theater and several stores and coffee shops.
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High in the Colorado Rockies, fresh air, sport, and relaxation are abundant. Pristine mountains and wilderness are the backdrop for the Victorian architecture of this historic mining mountain town, giving Crested Butte a Shangri La appearance. In the summer the valleys are bursting with blooms, which is why Crested Butte is the Wildflower Capital of Colorado. In the winter the mountains are buried in white powder, providing a skiing and boarding paradise. All year round additional sports abound, such as mountain biking, horseback riding, and fly fishing.
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Compare equipment rentals in Crested Butte at [http://www.crestedbutte-skirentals.com/ Equipment Rental Comparison]
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'''Nordic Inn''', (970)349-5542, [http://www.NordicInncb.com/]. The only bed and breakfast located within walking distance of the ski lifts.
'''The Crested Butte Retreat''', 970-349-1658, [http://www.crestedbutteretreat.com]. The Crested Butte Retreat is a private mountain lodge, completely remodeled to provide luxury lodging in the Colorado Rockies.
'''Crested Butte International Lodge & Hostel''', 615 Teocalli Avenue, ''+1 888'' 389-0588, [http://www.crestedbuttehostel.com]. Offers dormitory beds, private rooms, and apartments. Rates vary according to room type and season.
The Ruby of Crested Butte - Bed & Breakfast. 24 Gothic Avenue. n desirable downtown Crested Butte. 00-390-1338. ww.therubyofcrestedbutte.com. :00 PM. 1:00 AM.
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