Snowcat Sking

Crested Butte is known as Colorado’s last great ski town. The high elevation and cold temperatures deliver an average of 500 inches of snow a year to nearby Irwin, where guests have access to approximately 1,000 acres of terrain. Irwin Guides has access to a wide variety of skiable terrain to meet everyone’s skill sets. Most of our runs begin on Scarps Ridge which offers panoramic views of the Elk Mountains with peaks towering over 13-14,000 feet. Although Irwin is only 10 miles from the town of Crested Butte, Colorado, it receives three times more snow than the town itself. At a high average of snowfall per year of low-density and high quality, dry, cold smoke powder – you will be skiing some of the best runs of your life. During the winter season be sure to check out our Snow Report for live forecasts and snow data. 

Inclusions:

  • Full day of guided snowcat skiing/riding 
  • Hot lunch at the Cat Barn, our base of operations at Irwin
  • Avalanche beacon 
  • Custom ROMP Skis & Weston Backcountry Snow Boards

About Irwin Guides

Irwin Guides is a global guiding company based in Crested Butte, Colorado that creates custom-designed adventure experiences. By maintaining the highest level of certifications and focusing on small-group personalization, we set the standard for guided outdoor activities year-round. From backcountry skiing and ice climbing to mountain biking and fly fishing, our purpose is to safely guide our guests to pursue passions, new and old, while building skills, creating deeper connections to nature, and strengthening bonds with family and friends. Exceptional focus on the client experience drives us to hire not only the most qualified but also the most personable and enthusiastic guides, so that when our guests encounter opportunities to push personal limits, their experience is defined by shared excitement, unwavering safety, and a sense of life-affirming accomplishment. With an extensive assortment of winter and summer adventures, as well as a variety of leading educational courses, Irwin Guides exists to inspire guests to always continue exploring.

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