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Crested Butte and Gunnison

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The Gunnison/Crested Butte region is an absolute mecca for outdoor adventure. Hikers of all abilities will find adventure in Crested Butte and Gunnison, Colorado. Explore wildflower-filled meadows and towering peaks in the alpine, whether on short and easy trails like the East River Trail, or strenuous routes like the 4 Baldy Peak Bonanza. Challenge yourself with the high alpine traverse between Crested Butte and Aspen, or discover unique rock formations and vast desert vistas in Hartman Rocks Recreation Area. With options ranging from gentle family-friendly strolls to strenuous climbs, Crested Butte and Gunnison offer unforgettable mountain experiences.

Recommended Routes in Crested Butte and Gunnison - 31

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Favorite Mount Crested Butte summit view
Intermediate/Difficult Intermediate/Difficult

Mt. Crested Butte

7.1 mi 11.4 km 2,785' Up 848.83 m Up 706' Down 215.21 m Down

Crested…, CO
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Favorite Oh-Be-Joyful Creek meandering through the obnoxiously long valley.
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Blue Lake Out and Back

13.3 mi 21.4 km 2,100' Up 640.1 m Up 2,100' Down 640.06 m Down

Crested…, CO
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Favorite July Aspen Sunflowers in meadow along Wild Cat Creek, during the annual Grin & Bear It trail run.
Intermediate/Difficult Intermediate/Difficult

Green Lake Trail

9.4 mi 15.2 km 1,718' Up 523.64 m Up 1,718' Down 523.59 m Down

Crested…, CO
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Favorite Views of Castle Peak unfold on the run up Teocalli Ridge.  (photo by Shana Light)
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Crested Butte 55k

35.7 mi 57.5 km 5,350' Up 1630.79 m Up 5,348' Down 1629.99 m Down

Crested…, CO
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Favorite East facing views from the Gothic Mountain Summit.
Difficult Difficult

Gothic Mountain Out-and-Back

7.0 mi 11.2 km 2,798' Up 852.78 m Up 2,796' Down 852.25 m Down

Crested…, CO
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Favorite View of the lake as you approach from the trail.
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Copper Creek and Copper Lake Hike

11.8 mi 19.0 km 2,132' Up 649.76 m Up 2,132' Down 649.69 m Down

Crested…, CO
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Favorite Ascending to the ridge with Ruby Owen and Purple in the background
Difficult Difficult

The Scarp Ridge Traverse

10.8 mi 17.3 km 1,689' Up 514.73 m Up 3,481' Down 1061 m Down

Crested…, CO
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Favorite Scenery continues to open up near top of climb. (photo by Shana Light)
Difficult Difficult

Teocalli Mountain Out and Back

4.9 mi 7.9 km 2,584' Up 787.51 m Up 2,583' Down 787.4 m Down

Crested…, CO
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Favorite Views of Castle Peak unfold on the run up Teocalli Ridge.  (photo by Shana Light)
Difficult Difficult

Crested Butte 105k

65.8 mi 105.9 km 12,348' Up 3763.74 m Up 12,351' Down 3764.56 m Down

Crested…, CO
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Crested Butte and Gunnison Running

  • 273 Miles 440 Kilometers of Trail
  • 31 Recommended Routes
  • 15 Easy Trails Easy Trails
  • 57 Intermediate Trails Intermediate Trails
  • 45 Difficult Trails Difficult Trails
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Trails in Crested Butte and Gunnison - 86

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3.7 mi 6.0 km #1Snodgrass Trail #590
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Crested Butte, CO
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3.4 mi 5.4 km #2Scarp Ridge Trail
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5.5 mi 8.8 km #3Dyke Trail #838
Difficult Difficult
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1.8 mi 2.9 km #4Lower Cement Creek Trail #636
Easy/Intermediate Easy/Intermediate
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10.3 mi 16.7 km #5Daisy Pass Trail #9404
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4.6 mi 7.4 km #6Teocalli Ridge #557
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1.0 mi 1.6 km #7Teddy's Trail
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6.1 mi 9.9 km #8Bear Creek
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2.7 mi 4.3 km #9Hunters Creek Trail #9410
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6.0 mi 9.6 km #10Copper Creek Trail #983
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Photos of Crested Butte and Gunnison - 134

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Cruising over Star Pass
May 27, 2015 near Aspen, CO
Near the beginning of the race - looking back at the Whetstone Mountains.
May 27, 2015 near Crested…, CO
Running through overhead wildflowers on the final descent.  (photo by Shana Light)
Jul 16, 2015 near Crested…, CO
Cruising on Brush Creek Road.  (photo by Shana Light)
Jul 16, 2015 near Crested…, CO
Views of Castle Peak unfold on the run up Teocalli Ridge.  (photo by Shana Light)
Jul 16, 2015 near Crested…, CO
Southeast valley view.
Oct 2, 2023 near Crested…, CO
Admiring the south-facing view from the Summit Ridge.
Oct 11, 2023 near Crested…, CO
A bit of the loose trail near the Summit Ridge.
Oct 11, 2023 near Crested…, CO
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