Crested Butte

Here are some fun facts about the Resort Area:

Base elevation:
9,375 ft/ 2,856 m

Terrain:
1125 acres

Lifts:
15 total 3 high-speed detachable quad chairs, 2 fixed grip quad, 3 triple chairs, 3 double chairs, 2 surface lifts, 2 Magic Carpets.

Trails:
121 total 23% beginner, 57% intermediate, 20% advanced
Longest run:
2.6 miles/ 4.2 km (Peak to Treasury)

Superpipe:
Located at the top of Forest Queen. The dimensions for the superpipe are: 55 wide, 18 high, and a slope of 17 degrees

Terrain parks:
The Canaan Terrain Park , (2600 foot park) located under the Paradise Lift includes jumps of various shapes, sizes and sequences and a dozen or so rail features for intermediates to advanced riders. The popular Kid's Park is located off the Painter Boy lift and open to skiers, snowboarders and snowskates. The park includes beginner hits and features that include rails, tabletops, rolls and a mini halfpipe. Open to all ages.

Tubing Hill:
In case your kids aren't tired enough, a children's tubing hill will be available during the day at the top of Painter Boy and after the lifts close at the base of the Red Lady Express. This hill is lit for nighttime tubing.

Atlas snowshoe loop:
2 miles/ 1.2 km
Two daily tours available/moonlight tours available in January, February and March

Average annual snowfall:
240 inches/ 610 cm

Activities for the Disabled:
The Adaptive Sports Center (ASC) of Crested Butte provides year-round outdoor recreation activities for people of all disabilities. Winter programs include adaptive instruction for alpine skiing, nordic skiing and snowboarding. Lessons include private instruction, a lesson-only lift ticket and equipment. The ASC also has an extensive summer program. For more information, call (866) 349-2296 or visit their website at www.adaptivesports.org.