Entertaining your kids on their trip here is vital, yet incredibly easy. With a ton of options, especially during the warmer months, they won’t ever get bored. We've narrowed down the list to eight, but of course there's always more. Get your kids out and play as if you’re one of them!
1. Lower Loop Trail
The Lower Loop trail located right outside of town provides easy access to hiking, wildflowers, mountain biking, and nature walks. Enjoy the great outdoors with fresh air, beautiful vistas, and there are even a few benches to make a stop or even have a picnic.
2. Ride the Silver Queen
A lift on the Silver Queen at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is wonderful and safe experience for kids along with adults. Ride up to 11,875 feet in 7 minutes, while taking in dramatic views of Whetstone Mountain across the valley and the summit of Mt. Crested Butte just ahead. There are a few hiking trail options from the top of the lift including a tough, but rewarding hike to the peak for those up for a challenge.
3. Dance at Concerts
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The Crested Butte Music Festival proudly supports the love for music of all genres starting at a young age, offering all their maintstage events for FREE for kids ages 7-17 years old. Alpenglow shows on Monday afternoons, and Music on the Mountain on Wednesdays (both FREE) are also a good time to jam out with the family to live tunes outside!
4. Crested Butte Library Events
The Old Rock Library is a great resource for kid friendly books (of course), but also games, events, and a great place for story times. Scheduled events are posted here.
5. Play by the Water
Head down to the water and cast a line or skip some rocks. Every kid should know how to do these timeless activities. There are numerous lakes, rivers, and ponds to choose from. Stand up paddling (SUP) is also a great option for getting out on the water and cooling off in the summer.
6. CBMR Adventure Park
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Zipline, bungee jump, mini golf, bag jump, and the museum are located at the base of the mountain all summer long! Make it easy for the kids to have a great time by pickup a ticket to the Adventure Park at Crested Butte Mountain Resort.
7. Sunday Farmers Markets
Browse delicious treats from local vendors, get a temporary henna tatoo, or cool down with an ice popsicle at one of the tents. The farmers markets run every Sunday from 9am to 2pm at the end of Elk Avenue downtown.
8. Go to the Park
It’s the simple things that make Crested Butte a family paradise. Rainbow Park provides a beautiful backdrop and an excellent jungle gym. See where it is on the map.
