Slate River Rec Site
RV Guide

Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum is an interesting place to visit on an RV vacation at Slate River Rec Site. Housed in the building formerly known as Tony's Conoco, the museum remains true to this dwelling's original roots as a popular hardware store. Tony's Conoco was the oldest business in the region from its inception as a blacksmith shop in the early 19th century to its final incarnation as a hardware shop. The store permanently closed to the public in 1996. Today, many items found in the museum are the same goods that lined the shelves for sale when the store was still in operation.

Tony's Conoco was first considered as the property to house the Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum in 2001 when the original museum had outgrown its current facility. Tony's Conoco was purchased through donated funds and was then prepared to open its doors to the public. The museum's grand opening took place on July 2nd, 2003.

There are many interesting things to see during a visit to Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum. These include exhibits of a model town and railroad and memorabilia documenting the historical development of several activities in the region such as skiing, mountain biking, and coal mining.

An area with incredible scenery to behold, a drive through Kebler Pass allows families to see some of the most beautiful sights in the state. Kebler Pass traverses through rugged mountainous terrain and connects the town of Crested Butte to Panoia. The route culminates in Aspen.

At its pinnacle, the pass measures 10,001 feet above sea level. It passes through a number of interesting topographical points of interest including the popular Gunnison National Forest.

The entire route measures thirty miles and takes two hours to complete. Travelers must travel at only 30 mph due to the twists and turns in the road. However, the route experiences no sharp inclines.

Most of the pass is comprised of gravel, but it is easily navigable by a 2WD car. Kebler Pass is closed during the winter months.

Hiking, biking, and camping are popular activities here.

For families that love to hike, the trails found at Judd Falls Circle will not disappoint. Located near to the town of Crested Butte, the hiking paths at Judd Falls offer the opportunity to reconnect with nature while enjoying a good workout. The landscape provides breathtaking views of Gothic Mountain. In the summer months, the area is alive with a blanket of brilliantly-hued wildflowers. Waterfalls are found along many of the hiking trails.

During the warmest months of the year, a shuttle transports passengers from Crested Butte to the trailhead. This service is offered to the public at no cost.

Most of the trails are very well marked and proceed along dirt roads. In spots, the terrain is very rocky, so it is important to wear shoes with good grip to avoid an injury.

An extremely popular trail system, families can expect to see a lot of visitors joining them in hiking in this region.

Brush Creek Trail is another hiking locale for families to explore. This particular route is located near to Crested Butte, making the drive quite short for visitors anxious to get exploring the terrain.

Brush Creek Trailhead marks a route that is considered easy to navigate with terrain that is largely flat. There is very little shade here, so families should come prepared with sunscreen to avoid a burn.

In season, the area is alive with wildflowers in a vast array of vibrant hues.

Brush Creek Trail offers spectacular views of the region. There are several small bodies of water that are quite easy to cross on foot.

Though this is an extremely popular spot for hiking, many people enjoy doing some mountain biking here. Dogs are permitted to join their owners on their hike but must remain on a leash at all times.

Snodgrass Mountain is a wonderful place for families to explore during their RV stay at Slate River Rec Site. From the pinnacle of the mountain, families can enjoy incredible views of Mount Crested Butte and the Elk Mountain range. Snodgrass Mountain is located near to Crested Butte, allowing families to enjoy the attractions of the city after a day spent mountain climbing.

In the fall months, the aspen trees lining this mountain trail are a brilliant shade of yellow, an incredible sight to behold.

In total length, this hike should take between 45 to 90 minutes, depending on if a shortcut is taken to abbreviate the route's length.

This hike is considered moderately difficult.

Cyclists also make use of the trail, so hikers must remain alert to avoid an accidental collision.

Crested Butte Town Park is a charming recreational area that is well worth a visit when in the region on an RV stay. The park attracts a lot of visitors to its grounds for its plentiful outdoor activities. Among the main draws at this facility are a soccer field, a softball field, a basketball court, a volleyball court, horseshoe pits, tennis courts, a playground, and a picnic pavilion. There is also a building which offers an outdoor stage for plays and musical events throughout the warmer months of the year.

When the weather turns chilly, the changing colors of the leaves on the trees make for a scene that is picture-perfect. Bring along a camera to record the sights found at this beautiful park.

Dogs may join their owners at Crested Butte Town Park, but they are to remain on a lead at all times.