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Gunnison Colorado - Nearby Destinations
Listed below is summary information for destinations near Gunnison, Colorado. Click on any link for complete information about that destination.
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Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
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Population: 0
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The Black Canyon of the Gunnison is one of many awe-inspiring canyons
carved by the Colorado River system. Here, the Gunnison River has
sliced sharply into the rock, leaving behind rugged dark cliffs that
give the canyon its name. Unlike the Grand Canyon, Black Canyon is
narrow and steep, and at some places visitors can look over an edge
for heart-stopping views 2,000 feet straight down. |
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Crested Butte
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Population: 1500
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Crested Butte is a small community nestled high in the Rockies,
providing services for the skiers, hikers, mountain bikers, and other
outdoors enthusiasts who flock to the Elk and West Elk mountains in
western Colorado. |
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Crested Butte Mountain Resort
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Population: 0
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Crested Butte Mountain Resort, tucked off the beaten path in the Elk
Mountains, is a moderately large ski area catering to advanced skiers.
Nearly half the resort is taken up by "Extreme Limits," a steep
expert-only area of ungroomed powder. |
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Montrose
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Population: 12400
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Montrose is the second-largest town in western Colorado, with easy
access to a number of outdoor recreation spots in the area. The city
offers an extensive range of services while still maintaining a
small-town feel. |
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Salida
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Population: 5500
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Salida is a colorful town situated in one of the prettiest spots in
Colorado. Located at the base of some of Colorado's highest and most
rugged peaks, the Collegiate Peaks to the west and the Sangre de
Cristo Mountains to the south, great recreation spots are available in
all directions. |
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San Juan Mountains
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Population: 0
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The San Juan Mountains, with more than a hundred peaks over 13,000
feet in elevation, make up some of the most rugged territory in North
America. This pristine and isolated region features world-class ski
resorts, and attracts hikers, fishers, and campers as well. |
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