Historical sites also abound, conjuring memories of the Old West. Whether a nature lover or history buff, you'll find a world of enchantment in Gunnison. As if the natural wonders were not enough, the Gunnison River Territory serves up a varied feast of events all year long. Mountain bikers will find numerous competitions held throughout the year, as well as Fat Tire Bike Week held annually in Crested Butte. For the armchair cowboy, Gunnison annually hosts Cattleman's Days, the oldest rodeo in the West.
Winter brings the Extreme Skiing Championships to Crested Butte.
Cultural events are also held throughout the year, with summer concerts and art festivals bringing some of the finest musicians and artists in the country to the territory. Here is a list of the companies and how to contact them. If you have any questions not answered in these pages, you can always write to us directly and we'll get you the information you need. And remember you can always submit a request for additional information or to sign up for the Gunnison electronic newsletter. Check also with the Crested Butte Chamber for other area information.