Colorado Hunting: 5 Reasons to Stay in Almont
As the Colorado hunting seasons begin, hunters from across the country flock to Gunnison County every fall in hopes of taking home big game from the big mountains! Staying at Three Rivers Resort in Almont allows hunters access to spectacular game units plus all of the lodging amenities necessary for the perfect hunting base camp. […]
Hopper-Double-Dropper Fishing in the Gunnison Valley
During the summer and fall months, the western rivers experience a multitude of hatches which keep trout on the feed. In the Gunnison Valley, anglers try to match these hatches to fool trout. But oftentimes there is more than just one species of insect active in the water column. This is the time when the […]
Top 5 Summer Activities in Gunnison-Crested Butte
There are sure to be many “Top 5 Lists” out there but for summer activities in the Gunnison-Crested Butte valley, this list pretty much covers what summer is all about here. 1. Fly Fishing With the Gunnison, Taylor, and East rivers plus many other streams and high-country lakes, our area has some of the best […]
Top 5 Day Trips from Gunnison-Crested Butte
While planning your next trip to the Gunnison-Crested Butte area, think about adding a day trip to your vacation plans. Sure, there are a gazillion wonderful things to see and do in this valley, but perhaps you come every year and are looking to mix it up a bit. Here are my top picks for […]
Powder Days on the Taylor River
Champagne powder, no lift lines, and epic terrain. These are the reasons skiers and snowboarders come to Crested Butte each winter. For fly anglers, the snowy months are equally as enticing, due to quiet rivers, postcard scenery, and the very real opportunity to catch the trout of a lifetime. Learn about our “secret season” of […]
It’s a Wonderful Life in Gunnison, Colorado
Small town life conjures up images from a Norman Rockwell painting – family, friends, community gathering in scenic little villages. Everyone knows each other. It’s safe and quaint. In Gunnison, Colorado, we’re lucky to be living this scene and no event exemplifies this better than “The Night of Lights.” In early December (or very late […]
Colorado Hunting: 5 Reasons to Stay at Three Rivers Resort
We’re in the thick of Colorado hunting seasons and hunters from across the country flock to Gunnison County every fall in hopes of taking home big game from the big mountains! Staying at Three Rivers Resort in Almont allows hunters access to spectacular game units plus all of the lodging amenities necessary for the perfect […]
Fly Fishing the Salmon Run in Gunnison, Colorado
Autumn in Gunnison, Colorado is a special time for anglers. This season welcomes the return of the kokanee salmon run to local rivers. The landlocked cousin to the sockeye salmon begins their fall journey in Blue Mesa Reservoir before running up the Gunnison River in late August. By mid-September, pods of kokanee will make their way 30 miles upstream to the […]
Fall and Beer Go Together in Gunnison & Crested Butte
If you’re planning a visit to the Gunnison & Crested Butte area this fall, be sure to include beer in your itinerary. Fall and beer seem to go hand in hand in this valley. The big crowds are gone in September and October. Time seems to slow down. If you are a fan of craft […]
Colorado Color Tour: The West Elk Scenic Byway
Thousands of Colorado “Front Range” folks and out of state visitors flock to the mountains in late September/early October. They are seeking the ultimate mountain color tour. One of the best routes for a Colorado Color Tour is the West Elk Scenic Byway. The Route Using the Gunnison-Crested Butte area as basecamp and starting point […]
