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.
Final Update - 10/14/24
There's not much color left around town and the neighboring valleys, but Kebler Pass still has some larger groves with a variety of colors. It looks like Wednesday will be the last day to leaf-peep this year, as rain and snow will most likely knock off the remaining foliage the rest of the week.
| Location | Status | Recommended Trails |
|---|---|---|
| Around Town | A Few Patches of Color | Baxter Gulch |
| Slate River Valley | Mostly Bare | Lupine Trail |
| Gothic Valley | Mostly Bare | Deer Creek |
| Kebler Pass | Some Large Groves of Color Remain | Three Lakes Loop |
| Ohio Pass | A Few Patches of Color | Beaver Ponds |
| Brush Creek | Mostly Bare | Strand Hill |
| Cement Creek | Mostly Bare | Caves Trail |
| Washington Gulch | Mostly Bare | Long Lake |
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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.
