Almont Colorado near Gunnison-Crested Butte

Located between Gunnison and Crested Butte, where the tumbling waters of the Taylor and East Rivers meet to form the Gunnison River, Almont is small-town Colorado at its best. First named Fishers after the original settler of the area, the town's name was changed in 1881 to Almont after the leading Hambletorian stallion of the century.

In mining times, ore from camps in the area was brought to Almont to be transported via rail to Gunnison. When the railroad folded and the mining boon ended, people remained living in Almont's tranquil, resort-like setting. Rustic cabins still dot the landscape, and time seems to move a little slower in Almont.

Today the town is popular with fishermen and river rafters. Featuring ranch resorts, riverside cabins, and rafting outfitters, Almont caters to visitors who appreciate a quieter, simpler vacation. The town is a great launching point for canoing, kayaking, horseback riding, four-wheel driving, hiking, and mountain biking. In the winter, Almont is a superb destination for outdoor pursuits such as cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing.