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Feel like taking a day off from the slopes? No problem. There are tons of other ways to enjoy the serene beauty of Crested Butte.

First Tracks Breakfast
Min. 24 people
Make the first tracks of the day down an easy blue run to the Paradise Warming House! We will open the Red LadyLift early just for your group. Meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Red Lady Lift ready to ski. A resort representative will greet your group, and will accompany you to Paradise, where you’ll head inside for an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet that will keep you going all day!
Must be arranged in advance.  (Note: Participants must have a valid lift ticket for the day.)

Business/Shopping
There are plenty of ski shops, boutiques, and galleries. Try the Treasury Center in Mt. Crested Butte or take the free shuttle to the National Historic District on Elk Avenue in downtown Crested Butte.

Horse Drawn Sleigh-Rides
Tours of downtown Crested Butte, scenic backcountry rides, and dinner tours for couples, families, and groups.
Provided by Just Horsin’ Around.

NASTAR Races
Available seven days a week. NASTAR is for everyone. Two runs per person, plus a medal if you qualify. Races daily on the public challenge courses located under the Red Lady and Paradise Lifts. NASTAR costs $5/two runs, $1 each additional run.

Athletic Club
Located in downtown Crested Butte, the health club offers a lap pool, weight room, hot tubs, full-service spa, and a non-smoking, English-style pub.

Last Tracks Dinner
Min. 15 people Max. 45 people
Ride the Red Lady Lift after closing, then ski down to the Ice Bar and Restaurant for a gourmet dinner. Afterward, ski, snowboard or snowshoe down to the base area following a CB Mountain guide, complete with headlamps to light the way.
For group information, call (970)349-2378.
Must be Level 1 or better skier.

Nordic Center/Ice Rink
Enjoy cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, and a sledding hill. A complete nordic rental shop, ski school, and extensive groomed track system, as well as guided backcountry tours and wilderness huts for skiers/snowshoers of every ability level.

Atlas Snowshoe Tours
If you can walk, you can snowshoe. Daily tours depart at 10 a.m. Ride the Red Lady Chairlift up Mt. Crested Butte and make an easy loop with spectacular views of the mountains.
Group discounts available.

Sleigh-Ride Dinner
Min. 15 people Max. 32 people (2 Seatings/Evening)
An open sleigh drawn by a snowcat takes you and your family or group up to Rustica Ristorante on the mountain. There you’ll enjoy a gourmet dinner in spectacular surroundings.
For large groups, call (970)349-2378.

Snowmobiling
We can help you plan exciting adventures into the backcountry of the Elk Mountains. No experience necessary. Lunch and dinner tours available.

Hot Air Balloon Rides
We can arrange for your vacation to have a real lift with a hot air balloon ride.

Guided Mountain Tours
Resort guides lead tours of Crested Butte’s breathtaking terrain. An introduction to the mountain by those who know it best. All levels welcome. Also, special tours of the steep and deep, double-black diamond runs available. Both services are complimentary. Daily at 10:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Meet at Guest Services in the Gothic Building 15 minutes prior to tour.

Dog-Sled Tours
Tour the backcountry with a dozen Alaskan huskies. More fun than you thought possible.

Please feel free to call our reservations department in Crested Butte for more details on these activities!

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