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!
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Latest Update – 9/20/17
Warmer temps have arrived, and we have a few days without rain forecasted this week, which means it’s perfect leaf-peeping time. We’ve hit peak foliage in a number of areas (see table below) Large patches of yellow are starting up Kebler and Ohio Pass, and with cold temps, things should continue to move along pretty quickly. You can’t go wrong visiting from now until the end of the month!
| Location | Status | Recommended Trails |
| Around Town | Many random golden spots | Snodgrass Mountain |
| Slate River Valley | Peak Foliage | Upper Lower Loop |
| Gothic Valley | Peak Foliage | 401 |
| Kebler Pass | 1-2 weeks away from Peak | Horse Ranch Park |
| Ohio Pass | 1-2 weeks away from Peak | Old RR Grade |
| Brush Creek | Patches of yellow, orange | Deer Creek |
| Cement Creek | Large patches of yellow starting to appear | Caves Trail |
| Washington Gulch | Peak Foliage | Anthracite Mesa |
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