Colorado Wildflower Capital of Colorado

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Set in spectacular scenery, the magnificent mountain backdrop and countless flowers make Gunnison-Crested Butte the perfect Colorado summer vacation destination.

Dazzling summer displays of wildflowers are made possible in this beautiful area by abundant moisture which falls in the surrounding Elk Mountains. Their unusual east-west orientation holds winter snow and acts as protection from prevailing winds. In 1990, Crested Butte was designated the Wildflower Capital of Colorado by the State Legislature.
Crested Butte is home to the Wildflower Festival, the Wildflower Mountain Garden, and so much more. The Gunnison National Forrest surrounds Gunnison Crested Butte with its' 1.2 Million acres of wildflowers. So no matter where you go you can count on seeing one of many flower varieties.