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Local Shopping & Rentals
Strolling down Elk Avenue in Crested Butte, Colorado is like stepping back in time. Here you will find everything from a shiny new pair of skies to boutiques. From intimate bookstores, specialty cookware & art galleries to sporting goods & clothing. Enjoy all of the options this mountain town has to offer.
With so many beautiful vistas to inspire, it’s no wonder that our local artists in Gunnison County are highly productive. Our local art galleries are stocked to the brim with stunning works of art for you to take home as remembrances from your trip or to give as gifts to those who were unable to come with you.
Local stores below have been categorized below to make it easier to find what you're looking for!
Retail
CB Mountain Outfitters
970-349-4117
Crested Butte Mountain Resort Base Area, Slopeside Treasury Center
This slope side location makes it easy to get the most out of your mountain vacation. Find the must have’s this season from Kühl, Camelbak and Dakine. We can outfit you year round in their “Endless Winter” section where style meets savings. Come in to see their friendly staff along with their extensive selection of authentic logo apparel for the entire family!
Open Daily 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thin Air Sports
970-349-4045
Crested Butte Mountain Resort Base Area, Lodge at Mountaineer Square Courtyard
This boutique features quality brands from Mammut, Lolë, Ibex, Kühl and Oakley. They are knowledgeable, friendly and ready to help you find the ideal clothing and accessories for all of your adventures.
Open Daily 9 am - 5:30 pm
Logo'd
970-349-8040
Crested Butte Mountain Resort Base Area, Grand Lodge
Logo’d is your convenient satellite shop for authentic logo wear, souvenirs and gifts. Forget anything at home? We’ve got you covered! It’s the perfect place to pick up items such as swimsuits and sundries.
Open Daily 8 am – 12 pm and 3 pm – 6 pm
Chopwood Mercantile
970-349-2446
120 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte
Chopwood Mercantile was inspired through the motto ' Live your Passion' We are bringing the concept of a 'public house' to outdoor retail. Strike a conversation and share passion for living life, no matter what your passion is. Brands we love : Patagonia, Icebreaker, Skratch Labs, Cycledog, Mission Workshop, Acre Supply, Kitsbow, Badfish Stand Up Paddle Boards, Conscious Camper, Hydro Flask, Colorado Real Soap Company
Alley Hats
970-349-6277
318 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte
Alley Hats is a Hat and accessories shop in Crested Butte that is dedicated to bringing you the best in headwear for here and beyond. They carry hats, scarves and other assorted fun items
Casa Bella
970-349-6277
321 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte
Specialize in kitchen, bed, and bath products. Casa Bella carries beautiful, rustic home décor; gifts; accessories; gift baskets; elegant linens for entertaining; candles to set a nice, warm ambiance; and wonderfully scented French soaps. bedding lines include Scandia Down, Peacock Alley, Bella Notte, Pine Cone Hill, Pillow Talk and Sferra.
Mountain Tops
970-349-5413
306 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte
Offers high quality Crested Butte t-shirts and gifts to remember your trip. Mountain Tops was established in 1976 as a custom T-shirt screen-printing shop. We are a family owned and operated business. Over the last four decades we have transitioned from custom screen-printing, and now focus entirely on T-shirts and resort wear. We have been in their current location since 1984. In 2000 we built a larger building for their store and received an environmental sustainability award from their town. We are known for always having a very friendly shop dog, currently we have Yogi. He is the fourth shop dog to reside here over the last 37 years. The other three were Moose, Trapper, and Morty.
Gypsy Wagon
970-349-7261
506 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte
Funky home furnishings, kitchy gifts, handmade jewelry, unique accessories and easy boho-cowgirl fashions.
Retail Therapy
970-349-6824
510 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte
Retail Therapy offers a selection of unique clothing and accessories. Come see boutique style at affordable prices at Retail Therapy located near the Four Way Stop.
Mountain Tails
970-349-5606
510 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte
Mountain Tails located in Crested Butte's historic downtown is a favorite of animal lovers. With gourmet pet treats, toys, food and much more for browsing, find accessories and bowls as well as dog and cat treats for your favorite pet.
Pfisters- Handworks
970-349-6731
302 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte
Go to Handworks to find a large selection of art supplies, cards, souvenirs, and more. Located upstairs at 3rd and Elk Avenue.
Lavish
970-349-1077
310 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte
Lavish is an exciting boutique that has jewelry, hats, accessories, and more.
Milky Way
970-349-2107
310 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte
Milky Way is a one-of-a-kind boutique that has been bringing style into Crested Butte for over 12 years. Offering contemporary clothing, jewelry, lingerie and gifts with a temptation that will send you to the moon and back again.
Paradox Footwear
970-349-9711
428 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte
Looking for a new pair of kicks? Paradox Footwear carries all of your favorite brands from Keen, Columbia, and Sorel, to Smartwool socks. Find a fashionable pair of shoes downtown on Elk Avenue.
Pooh's Corner
970-349-6539
302 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte
Pooh's Corner is the place to go if you are looking for something for any child. From fun toys and games, to children's clothing and stuffed animals, Pooh's Corner has everything kids want.
Shades of Crested Butte
970-349-2020
304 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte
With the sun as bright as it is at high elevation, everyone needs a pair of sunglasses. From fashionable to sporty, Shades of Crested Butte is where you will find the largest selection of sunglasses in town.
The Mountain Store
970-349-9113
201 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte
For all of your outdoor and relaxation clothing needs, find the Mountain Store on Elk Avenue. From casual to outdoor, this is the place to find some fashionable goods.
Townie Books
970-349-0504
327 Elk Avenue Crested Butte
Looking for a good book? Townie Books offers a wide range of novels, mystery, and children's books. Stop by to find a book that will keep you entertained.
Dragonfly Anglers
970-349-1228
307 Elk Avenue Crested Butte
Find Crested Butte's oldest and only year round fishing guide service downtown. Selling fishing equipment, hats, t-shirts, gifts, maps and guidebooks, Dragonfly Anglers suits all of your fishing needs.
Jewelery
Ice Mountain Jewelry
970-349-6331
311 Sixth Street, Crested Butte
Make Ice Mountain Jewelry your first stop for all sorts of jewels. From fine jewelry for any budget, diamond rings, and western oil painting and art glass, find it at Ice Mountain Jewelry.
Zacchariah Zypp & Co.
970-349-5913
311 Elk Avenue Crested Butte
Zacchariah Zypp & Co. is a jewelry retailer and gift shop specialist located in downtown Crested Butte. From silver, Native American jewelry, and hand wrought jewelry to gemstones, gold, diamonds, and copper, find it all at Zacchariah Zypp.
Ski / Bike Rental
Alpineer
970-349-5210
419 Sixth Street, Crested Butte
For all of your telemark and backcountry needs, check out the Alpineer. The Alpineer also has cross-country and alpine skiing equipment and rentals. If you want to go on a snowshoe adventure, stop in to rent some gear and find a trail map.
Big Al's Bicycle Heaven
970-349-0515
207 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte
Locally owned premier full-service bike shop. Everyone wants to know… who is Big Al? Well, Big Al does exist, she (yes, she) is the owner of the shop and can often be seen outside giving trail recommendations at the big map. But Big Al is not the only one running this show, it’s the Big Al’s Crew that makes this shop what it is. At Big Al’s you will find a group of people who love bikes and who can’t wait to show you what Crested Butte is all about. Yes, at Big Al’s… they know because they ride.
Butte & Co.
970-349-7581
Crested Butte Mountain Resort Base Area
Butte & Co. is a family owned ski shop offering 29 years of service in ski equipment rentals, clothing, and rentals. Also visit the location in town at 202 Elk Avenue.
Camp CB
970-349-4723
Crested Butte Mountain Resort Base Area
Camp CB is located slope side next to the Silver Queen Lift. This one stop shop offers everything from purchasing lift tickets, signing up for ski school, and renting kids’ ski and snowboard gear. This location carries everything your little shredder will need to have a fun day on the slopes. Don’t worry parents we offer a small selection of accessories for you as well.
Hours of Operation: 8 am - 4 pm Daily
Sales Desk Hours: Closed for the 2016/2017 Season. Lessons may be purchased at the Adventure Center.
Flatiron Sports
970-349-7581
Crested Butte Mountain Resort Base Area
Flatiron Sports is a locally-owned full service ski and snowboard shop. Located near the base area, Flatiron Sports is a one-stop-shop for all your ski and snowboard gear.
CB Sports
970-349-7516
Evergreen Condos, Mt. Crested Butte
Crested Butte Sports rents, repairs, and sells ski, snowboard, and snowshoe equipment. Come by for a custom boot fitting.
Market / Liquor
Acme Liquor
970-349-5709
510 Belleview Avenue, Crested Butte
Huge selection of beer, wine and liquor.
Clark's Market
970-349-6492
500 Bellview Avenue, Crested Butte
Local Grocery Store
Mountain Spirits
970-349-5401
220 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte
Mountain Earth Organic Grocer
970-349-5132
405 Fourth Street, Crested Butte
The Wine House
970-349-1689
301 6th Street, Crested Butte
Other
True Value Hardware
970-349-7545
608 Sixth Street Crested Butte
If you need to make repairs to your condo, or just need batteries, True Value has what you are looking for. Located on Hwy. 135 as you come into town, True Value always comes in handy.