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Investigate all the Winter Sports Possibilities at Crested Butte

Posted: 19.11.2008 | Views: 176

If you enjoy a vacation injected with a bit of adrenaline, it's time you checked into Crested Butte, Colorado. Located 4 hours southwest of Denver, within the Elk Mountain Range of the Rocky Mountains, this resort town practically defines the word "extreme." If you're ready to investigate the possibilities here, begin with a stop at Rentalo.com, where you'll find a variety of Crested Butte vacation rentals. You're sure to find the Crested Butte lodging just right for you.

Although originally settled as a mining camp in the 1880's, and currently one of Colorado's largest Historic Districts, the town is totally up-to-date in its appeal. The rugged mountain terrain of the area offers some of the best extreme skiing in the world. In fact, it was the location of Colorado's first "X-Games." Find out why for yourself by staying in one of our Crested Butte vacation rentals or other Crested Butte rentals. You can take the free shuttle bus to the slopes at Crested Butte or other Crested Butte ski resorts. Try out your snowboarding or freeskiing skills on the DC Superpipe or the DC Canaan Terrain Park with its variety of jumps. Family fun includes visits to the Kids Park, with a mini halfpipe, a tubing hill, or sleigh rides. The mountain views will be spectacular, and the average annual snowfall of 300 inches means you'll always have fresh powder for your runs. Everyone will be so exhausted by the end of your full days that the friendly hominess of your Crested Butte rental will feel wonderful.

Of course, the Rocky Mountains are glorious at any time of year. You don't need to be on skis to appreciate them. You might choose to book your Crested Butte lodging for a spring, summer, or fall stay. At that time, the Nordic ski trails become an incredible, high-altitude golf course. This will present you with breathtaking views of mountain ranges that seem to go on forever. There are numerous hiking and mountain biking trails that wind their ways through the trees. Anglers appreciate the trout fishing provided by the Slate River that runs by town. Adventure lovers enjoy the whitewater rafting trips. You can choose from our Crested Butte vacation homes or other Crested Butte lodging that places you nearest the activities that appeal to you.

Within the town itself, you can check out the National Historic District, with buildings dating to the Victorian era. Enjoy one of the many restaurants and stop at the small shops along the way. Any stroll through this quaint town, with the mountains soaring up around you, is sure to be pleasurable. The listings at Rentalo.com include Crested Butte vacation rentals that can establish you right in the thick of things.

Visit our site first when planning your trip. Groups large and small can find a Crested Butte rental to fit them. You can sort your search by size or price, or perhaps by the type of rental you seek, whether you prefer one of our Crested Butte vacation rentals or another type of Crested Butte lodging. When you're ready to inject some fun into your life, plan your Crested Butte getaway with us.

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