Gunnison County Fairgrounds

FREE DRY CAMPING onsite at the Fairgrounds with registration includes Tents, Campers, RV’s

Showers & Restrooms onsite

RV Electrical Spots available with additional $30.00 a day

Discover Gunnison, Colorado

Home to Western Colorado University, the city of Gunnison, Colorado has grown into a recreation mecca. It still retains and honors its historic tradition as a ranching town. With long and relatively mild summers, Gunnison is a perfect basecamp for mountain bikers, fishermen, boaters, hunters and adventurers of many stripes. The advent of fat biking has extended the recreation season through winter. Keep reading to learn more about things to do and where to stay during your Gunnison Colorado vacation.

GUNNISON’S HISTORY

Originally summer hunting grounds for the Ute Tribe, that early history lingers to this day. Gunnison offers some of the best elk hunting units in the state. Next came the pioneers. Many long-time Gunnison families can trace their roots to this phase of migration. The Pioneer Museum documents this history and the subsequent waves of migration that have all shaped the community. Open only in the summer months, it also features a surprisingly large classic cars collection.

THINGS TO DO IN DOWNTOWN GUNNISON

Home to quite a few live music venues, Gunnison offers concerts several nights per week all summer long. The Gunnison Arts Center and the I Bar Ranch are the big ones. More intimate venues include the many restaurants and bars that spread out from downtown. Visual arts fans will also enjoy the Arts Center’s offerings. Be sure to check out the galleries and shops along Main Street, too. Check out our events calendar to pair up events with your Gunnison, Colorado vacation!

Whatever the season, there’s always plenty to see and do in Gunnison. To learn more about the area, and explore your options for dining, lodging, adventuring, relaxing, and exploring visit the Gunnison Chamber of Commerce website.