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.
2022 Fall Color Updates - Click to Enlarge
Updated - 9/29/2022
We've got some peak foliage in spots and on certain aspects. Slate River Valley is looking the best right now and the drive into town is showing great color on Whetstone Mountain. This week should usher in some spectacular color in most places around downtown CB.
| Location | Status | Recommended Trails |
|---|---|---|
| Around Town | Peak Foliage | Upper Loop |
| Slate River Valley | Peak on Southern Slopes | Lower Loop |
| Gothic Valley | Near Peak Foliage | Judd Falls |
| Kebler Pass | Just Getting Started | Three Lakes Loop |
| Ohio Pass | Just Getting Started | Beaver Ponds |
| Brush Creek | Near Peak Foliage | Strand Hill |
| Cement Creek | Peak Foliage | Caves Trail |
| Washington Gulch | Near Peak Foliage | Long Lake |
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