So – what is a “butte?” According to dictionary.com a “butte” is an isolated hill or mountain rising abruptly above the surrounding land.
I’m glad you continue the journey with me into Crested Butte, Colorado as we briefly explored the area in late September 2018, just before the snow season began.
There are practically unlimited photos of Crested Butte. One of the websites with a significant display of images is http://bit.ly/2qJs3aL.
History of Crested Butte. The Town of Crested Butte, fondly referred to as ‘The Gateway to the Elk Mountains’, sits at an elevation of 8,885 feet and is located 28 miles north of the City of Gunnison in the County of Gunnison. Crested Butte and the surrounding area was originally home to the Ute Indians. http://bit.ly/2RTySlt
In 1873, geologist Ferdinand V. Hayden was on an expedition surveying the Elk Mountains. From the top of what is today known as Teocalli Mountain, Hayden referred to present day Crested Butte Mountain and Gothic Mountain as the “crested buttes”, which became the Town’s namesake.
With the days of coal mining long since passed, Crested Butte and the surrounding area is now a year-round vacation destination. Known as “the wildflower capital of Colorado.”
Crested Butte is not only a heritage tourism site, but a playground for people of all ages and interests, with endless opportunities ranging from snow sports to wildflower viewing, river running to rock climbing, hiking to biking, and festivals and events. (This information and more history is located at http://bit.ly/2RTySlt.
Here is a little dash ride along the main route into Crested Butte, State Road 135. https://youtu.be/Gby5jlsCxz4
Blessings along the way!
Ron
This mountain is beautiful. It’s looks like an ancient pyramid.
Thanks so much. It does resemble one. 🙂
we did it around the same time… super fab… great to see it again…
Wow! That’s fantastic. I agree.😀
It seems to me an evocative site ☺
For sure. 😁 Love having you and others along. 🙂
You are very lucky to have time to invest in traveling through your huge country😊
I am thankful for the opportunity. There are sooooooo many places to see and document. That’s probably for the rest of my life here on Earth. It is a pleasure. I especially enjoy the little gems along the way. Thank you and all my other friends for accompanying me, making our journey more fun and exciting. 🙂
I like to follow you on this trip so nice and fabulous .. to continue the route 😊
Ohhh, I’m so glad you do and that you are continuing on. 😊
Yes, so I’m learning places to visit when I travel to the US😄
Bravo! Glad we can partner. 👍
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