Crested Butte SUP Guide
Stand up paddle boarding or SUP is a relatively new activity that was created in Hawaii as an offshoot of surfing. The simplicity of standing on a board with a single paddle makes this a great choice for the whole family. With a number of picturesque lakes and rivers in the Crested Butte area, it’s easy to see why SUP is growing in popularity.
-Perfect Paddles Travel Brief-
Best Time of the Year to Visit:
The best time to visit Colorado for SUP is during the summer months from June to August! The higher temperatures make for a much better time on the water!
Average Temperature:
The average temperature during the summer months in Crested Butte range from 70-75°F.
SUP Environments to Paddle In
Rivers
Lakes
SUP Activity Highlights:
Excursions
Tours
White-water River SUP
SUP Yoga
Wildlife Paddles:
Colorado is truly a magical place. And one of the best ways to experience the vast array of wildlife is on an eco-tour or excursion! On any given day, paddlers can spot, deer, black bears, and all types of birds including eagles. To get in on a wildlife paddle, use our Locations/Activities guide HERE!
River Paddles:
One of the best ways to see the beauty of Colorado is by gliding along its many rivers! See the canyons, steep cliffs, and high peaks fo the Rockies. To get in on this experience, we suggest checking out our great friends at Whitewater Tubing and Recreation!
Perfect Paddles Deals to Get Your Ready for Your Trip:
RHEOS (Floating) Sunglasses- 15% off with Member Benefits
Duk Gear- 20% off a waterproof cell phone case with Member Benefits
Check out more of our gear options HERE!
Interested in any of these extra activities? Be sure to head HERE to find a list of paddle pros in the area and what they offer!
Additional Attractions:
Colorado is known for it's outdoor sports! But there are also plenty of other activities to participate in during your stay in Crested Butte. Check out a few of them below!Crested Butte Mountain Resort: Crested Butte is best known for its diverse extreme terrain with the upper parts of the mountain containing steep and rocky chutes, tree glades, bowls and cliff drops. See it all here during your stay!
Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum: See the history of Crested Butte here! Our exhibits are always evolving and capturing forgotten pieces of local history, even though the themes remain the same. Each season when you visit, you'll see new items in every exhibit. We like to keep things fresh and pride ourselves on being a trusted repository for material culture.
Elk Avenue: Take a stroll drown the vibrant main street of Crested Butte, Elk Avenue and discover world-class shopping, dining and more.
Kebler Pass: Kebler Pass is a high mountain pass in Colorado. The Colorado Department of Transportation refers to the traversing road as Gunnison County Road 12. The eastern terminus of GCR 12 is Crested Butte. At its western terminus, GCR 12 intersects State Highway 133 near the southern end of Paonia State Par.
Paragon Gallery: Paragon Art Gallery was established in 1971 as an artist cooperative. The Gallery is full of artist displays. Located in the heart of historic downtown Crested Butte.
For reference, be sure to check out our Perfect Paddles Activities map! For Colorado, you will find it below:
Perfect Paddles Shops/Outfitters Near the Locations:
1. SUP Marble, Marble
2. San Juan SUP, Telluride
3. 5280 Paddlesports, Littleton
4. Pagosa Rafting Outfitters, Pagosa Springs
5. Altitude Paddleboards, LittletonBuddy Deals: Don’t forget to take advantage of our fantastic Buddy Deals for exclusive discounts for our members! To become a member head HERE.
Please be aware of the surrounding land near rivers and lakes. Sometimes the land is private property or can be a sensitive habitat that should not be disturbed. Minimize your impact by sticking to established put-ins and take-outs, and be sure to get info from local rental shops on rules and regulations for SUPing in certain areas.
Please be mindful of containing your trash while you float. If there is wind or your board tips, any waste that isn't strapped down will fall into the water and will pollute nearby environments. Please help keep these pristine river environments clean from trash.
- Remember to never take glass bottles or containers into outdoor areas
Looking to head out? Below are a number of locations where you can SUP from Gunnison all the way up to Crested Butte
- Remember to never take glass bottles or containers into outdoor areas
