Mining History Monday Jeep Tour

Jul 4, 2022
9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Learn about the fascinating mining history of the Gunnison Country from the early placer gold mining in Elkton, to the countless silver mining camps of the Elk Mountains and the industrial coal mining that put Crested Butte on the map. You’ll see abandoned equipment, mine shafts and ghost towns!

This half or full day tour (your choice) is available every day of the week.

JJ’s Jeeps Custom Guided Tours allows you to choose your own adventure! We cater our tours to meet our clients’ individual needs. Just tell us the sights you want to see, how “extreme” you want to get, what your time frame is and where you’re staying, and we’ll make it happen!

Whether its your first time to the Gunnison Valley or you’ve been coming here for years, we guarantee you an unforgettable experience! Escape the crowds and let JJ’s Jeeps share our 15 years of local knowledge with you.




Experience the majestic Elk Mountains surrounding Crested Butte, explore ghost towns in the vast Gunnison Valley alpine playground by jeep.