| Vehicle | Peak Season (Daily) | Winter (Daily) | Summer (Daily) | Off Season (Daily) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Expedition EL | $225 | $150 | $100 | $75 |
| Acura MDX | $150 | $100 | $75 | $60 |
Seasonal Breakdown:
- Peak Season: December 13 - January 7, Presidents’s Day Week
- Winter: November 15th - End of Ski Season
- Summer: May 15 - September 30
- Off Season: April 16 - May 14, October 1 - November 14th
Terms and Conditions
When renting a vehicle from Winter Wagon, the following terms and conditions apply:
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Rental Period | 3-day minimum rental is required. |
| Age Requirement | Renters must be 25 years or older. |
| Insurance Requirement | You must provide proof of your own insurance coverage. |
| Payment Method | We accept major credit cards for payment. |
| 48 Hour Cancellation | Cancellations must be made 48 hours prior to pickup. 50% charge for rentals cancelled within 48 hours. |
| Deposit For Peak Dates | 20% non refundable deposit required for peak dates. No deposit for other dates. |
| Additional Driver | Additional drivers must meet all requirements and be added to the rental agreement. |
Snow Tire Car Rentals Crested Butte
If your trip to Crested Butte is booked and ready to roll, Winter Wagon can help you with deciding on where to visit during your to Crested Butte or whereever your final destination may be.
Do you offer longer term rental options, like above 1 month in Crested Butte?
We do offer long term car and van rentals at our Crested Butte location.
Where can I pickup and drop my rental car in Crested Butte?
You can pickup and drop in the city of Crested Butte or have your vehicle delivered to the Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC) by one of your team members.
Questions About Crested Butte rental cars
What is the average speed limit in Crested Butte?
The speed limit in Crested Butte depends on which neighborhood you are in, but on average the speed limit while driving in Crested Butte is 15 miles per hour (MPH) or 24 kilometers per hour (KM/H).
What kind of rental car does Winter Wagon recommend for driving in Crested Butte?
Winter Wagon recommends a Subaru Outback, Ford Transit Van, or Mercedes Metris Van for driving in Crested Butte, Colorado.
Do we need a rental with AWD while in Crested Butte?
When renting a car in Crested Butte, Winter Wagon recommends a vehicle with studded snow tires. AWD is helpful however, snow tires are the most important for driving in the snow when visiting Crested Butte.
Do you rent vehicles with snow tires in Crested Butte?
Yes, we do rent vehicles with studded snow tires at our Crested Butte location.
What is the minimum age to rent a car in Crested Butte?
25 is the standard rental age for renting a vehicle with Winter Wagon at our Crested Butte, Colorado location. However, please be sure to check with our staff. Sometimes for smaller sedan rentals, we can rent to those under 25 years of age.
Lodging and Hotels in Crested Butte
Here are three popular hotels and lodging options in Crested Butte
For reference we have gathered data on hotel and lodging pricing in Crested Butte.
Average low price of a hotel in Crested Butte is around $144 and average high season price is around $493.
Fun facts about Crested Butte
- Crested Butte was founded in 1880
- The current population of Crested Butte is 1,681
- Take caution when driving our rental cars and vans in Crested Butte. Currently the average speed limit in Crested Butte is 15.
- The elevation of Crested Butte is 2715 meters or 8907 feet.
More Questions We Receive About Rentals in Crested Butte
You have questions, we have answers. Here are some of the top questions we receieve about renting a vehicle in Crested Butte with Winter Wagon.
Are there multiple rental car locations with Winter Wagon?
Yes. Winter Wagon has multiple pickup and drop locations for rental cars throughout Colorado, New Mexico, Wyoming, and Montana. Rental car delivery and private car service are available in select markets.
Do I have to pay with credit card? Yes. All rental cars, vans, and trucks from our Crested Butte Colorado location must be paid for with a valid credit card. Cash and debit card rentals are available in select rental markets.
How long does it take to rent a car Crested Butte? The rental car process is fast and easy. You can take care of everything online with our team before your arrival in Crested Butte.
What is the cancellation policy for renting in Crested Butte? Cancellations are possible with our service. All cancellations must be made 24 hours before to receieve a full refund minus a $25 booking fee during normal demand dates (booking fee is needed to keep the lights on). High demand dates like Christmas and Presidents Day, the booking fee is 20% of rental charge.
What documents do I need to rent a car in Crested Butte? You will need a valid driver license and credit card to rent a vehicle in Crested Butte, Colorado with Winter Wagon.
Is Winter Wagon like Turo?
Winter Wagon is real. Not an app. Why would you rent through an app like Turo? Rent through a local franchise operator who cares about your trip, not some San Francisco startup that doesn’t have a phone number
The Winter Wagon Way
Winter Wagon is a leading provider of winter car rental and transport services for ski resorts near Crested Butte and other resort areas in Colorado, New Mexico, Wyoming, and Montana.
Our rental cars, vans, and trucks all come equipped for winter with items like studded snow tires and ski racks (on sedans and certain suv classes only) standard on every rental.
Interested in renting from one of our other locations like Gunnison, Ridgway, Paonia? Contact our sales team today to find out how Winter Wagon can you get the rental car you need for your vacation in Colorado and New Mexico.
Find all your options for renting a car in Crested Butte or at the Crested Butte Airport right here at Winter Wagon.