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We are Proud to Announce the New Member of Our Family

Posted on May 6, 2022 by Alpenglow

Meet the “Red Lady” our newest member of our family. We’ve been looking for a nice red colored Jeep for years and this is the year. She has a 2.5” lift, fully articulating suspension made by Bilstein, 35” off road tires and a bunch of bells and whistles. After years in the making, we now have a Red, White & Blue Jeep and looking forwards to the 4^th of July Parade.

Book Early and Save!

Posted on April 28, 2022 by Alpenglow

We are running a Spring Sale on all vehicle types. Book before Memorial Day and get an additional 5% off your multiday Jeep rental. Call us at 844-YOU-RENT to lock down your ride now and save.

Planning a Ski Trip to Crested Butte this Spring?

Posted on February 21, 2022 by Alpenglow

Crested Butte Mountain Resort is one of my personal favorites to ski with its large variety of terrain. No matter if you are beginner or been skiing or snowboarding your entire life, we’ve got terrain to challenge even the best. For more information to help you plan your trip, check out this link on the Counties website:

https://gunnisoncrestedbutte.com/thinksteepthoughts-ski/?utm_source=tgr&utm_medium=dedicated+enews&utm_campaign=snow_21_22&utm_content=hardcore&utm_source=TGR+Master+Newsletter+List&utm_campaign=10f93ae4da-TGR_Dedicated_IKON_4_29_2021_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_02c03531f8-10f93ae4da-274410269&ct=t(TGR_Dedicated_IKON_4_29_2021_COPY_01)&mc_cid=10f93ae4da&mc_eid=9380aba5af

Yes Crested Butte is The Wildflower Capital of Colorado

Posted on January 13, 2022 by Alpenglow

Once again, Crested Butte ranks as one of the top places in the USA to view wildflowers. Every year is a little different, making every year a unique experience of Mother Natures gift of color. Rent a Jeep and we’ll get you to the coolest spots to indulge your wildflower desires. For example, the photo above was taken from one of our customers while on a wildflower hunt.

Here’s a great article on places to view wildflowers:

https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/places-in-us-to-see-wildflowers?did=724774-20220112&utm_campaign=daily-transporter_newsletter&utm_source=travelandleisure.com&utm_medium=email&utm_content=011222&cid=724774&mid=76928940445&lctg=182078302

5 Best Fall Foliage Drives Near Crested Butte

Posted on September 8, 2021 by Alpenglow

Here are the 5 best Fall foliage drives near Crested Butte by TravelCrestedButte.com:

https://travelcrestedbutte.com/5-best-fall-foliage-drives-near-crested-butte

There’s a New Girl in Town and Her Name is Janet

Posted on July 23, 2021 by Alpenglow

We have done it again, with two new additions to our fleet this year. Meet Janet, our newest and nicest Jeep yet. She has a 2” lift, Rubicon shocks, BF Goodrich T/A 33” tires, leather heated seats and an Alpine stereo and speakers all around. Making her one incredible ride to get you to the high country. May you access amazing views, wildflowers, hiking trials, fishing holes or just Jeep’n around one of the most beautiful places in the world.

Camping in the Gunnison National Forest

Posted on July 1, 2021 by Alpenglow

Here is a great map I got from the Chamber in Gunnison. It clearly labels all the different camping options in the Gunnison National Forest. With this years change in the rules, dispersed camping is not allowed in much of the surrounding areas, so it makes sense to book your camping spot months in advance. This can be done online with the Gunnison National Forest. Enjoy and please remember, “Camp In and Camp Out.” Meaning whatever you bring into the forest please make sure to bring back out with you. Happy Camping!

Paradise Divide and Emerald Lake are Open

Posted on June 15, 2021 by Alpenglow

The views from Paradise Divide Pass are some of the best in all of Colorado. Located at the end of the valley, this glacial zone is expansive, as seen in the panoramic photo. Which encompasses the short version of our go to loop. After explore here, we recommend our customers go check out Emerald Lake, located past the townsite of Gothic. These are hands down my two favorite spots in the Crested Butte zone and in all of the Gunnison National Forest.

Green Means GO! Our Crested Butte Location is Now Open

Posted on June 3, 2021 by Alpenglow

We all have been waiting for this moment when we all can start living life again like we used too before the pandemic. Well that day has finally come, as Gunnison County’s corona meter has lowered to the green level which means masks are not needed in most situations. We have kicked off another season with a new member to the family named Maxine. She has brand new Bilstein shocks and 35” tires, making her a very capable Jeep. We love this time of year, as the grass and trees are turning green and the trails are opening up. Allowing for days of fun to be had in the Gunnison National Forest while renting a specialized Jeep.

Alpenglow Concert Series in On this Year

Posted on May 19, 2021 by Alpenglow

We received great news from the Center of the Arts in Crested Butte that the annual Monday evening Alpenglow concert series is back on for 2020. Last year with the pandemic raging it was no surprise that the center had to cancel the typically annual free event. Now, a year later, they have announced that the concert series will begin on June 28^th with my favorite local band, Gun Rack. Followed by Brothers of Brass on July 5^th, Lizzy Plotkin & Natalie Spears / Storm Pass on the 12^th, Easy Jim on the 19^th and my second favorite local band MILLK on the 26^th.

So if you like free outdoor music and visiting some of the most beautiful landscapes in North America, come visit us in Crested Butte or Gunnison and rent a specialized Jeep. As we are your ride to the high country!