When is peak foliage? More than the general area of Colorado or even a mountain range, it really depends on the specific valley and elevation. Bookmark this page for regular updates so you know exactly when and where to go for the best fall colors in Crested Butte starting mid-September. Now get out and enjoy some leaf-peeping.
2025 Fall Color Updates - Click to Enlarge
Printed Guide Book
Our new hiking guidebook includes gorgeous photos and detailed info of Crested Butte's best hikes. No need to look at your phone while hiking. All 31 trails include directions to each trailhead, photo guidance along the routes, and helpful stats like mileage, difficulty, elevation, and features including, which trails are great for leaf peeping. Pick up a copy and hit the trails!
Final Update - 10/15/25
That about wraps up the season! There is still a small amount scattered color in town and around the valley. The last few groves stubbornly hold onto their color. Kebler Pass is bare on the east side as well.
| Location | Status | Recommended Trails |
|---|---|---|
| Around Town | Mostly bare; still some small patches of color | Baxter Gulch |
| Slate River Valley | Mostly bare; still some small patches of color | Lupine Trail |
| Gothic Valley | Mostly bare | Deer Creek |
| Kebler Pass | Mostly bare on the east side | Three Lakes Loop |
| Ohio Pass | Mostly bare; still some small patches of color | Beaver Ponds |
| Brush Creek | Just a few small patches left | Strand Hill |
| Cement Creek | Mostly bare; still some small patches of color | Caves Trail |
| Washington Gulch | Mostly bare; still some small patches of color | Long Lake |
Featured Lodging
Elevation Hotel
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500 Gothic Road • (970) 251-3000 • Directions
Elevation Hotel and Spa is Crested Butte’s only slopeside hotel. No matter the season, Elevation’s mountainside accommodations offer stunning views and unrivaled access to trails and the lifts at Crested Butte Mountain Resort. New must-see culinary concepts, bars and lounges include José, the Matchstick Lounge and the billy barr.
