As things begin to thaw out in Crested Butte, trails open up and we all head outdoors for some summer fun. Keep checking back here for updates on which trails are ready to go, and which ones still need more time. Keep in mind, it’s best to stay off muddy trails in general.
Want to be a part of the oldest (and arguably the funnest) Mountain Bike Festival in the world? Check out Crested Butte Bike Week, and get signed up for signature events like the infamous Chainless, Bridges of the Butte or the Fat Tire 40 (among plenty of others).
Hiking — Trail Running
For a more in depth look or other trails check out the Crested Butte Hiking Guide.
| Trail | Area | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caves Trail | Cement Creek | Open | Good to go |
| Lupine Trail | Slate River Valley | Open | Good to go! |
| Tony's Trail to Viewpoint | Town | Open | Good to go! |
| Beaver Ponds | Ohio Pass | Open | Good to go! |
| Mt. Crested Butte Summit | Mt. Crested Butte | Closed | CBMR Opening Day June 10 |
| Brush Creek | Town | Open | Ready to go! |
| Lower Loop | Town | Open | Muddy in spots |
| Woods Walk | Town | Closed | Muddy/Snow pack |
| Snodgrass Trail | Mt. CB | Open | Mud, standing water, stay on the trail |
| Long Lake | Washington Gulch | Open | May encounter snow on hard route |
| Deer Creek | Gothic Valley | Open | Trees Down |
| Judd Falls | Gothic Valley | Open | Good to go! |
| Crested Butte to Aspen | Gothic Valley | Closed | Snow/Mud |
| Recreation Path | Town | Open | Good to Go! |
Mountain Biking
For a more in depth look or other trails check out the Crested Butte Mountain Biking Guide.
| Trail | Area | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartman Rocks | Gunnison | Open | Ready to ride |
| Signal Peak (Behind WSCU) | Gunnison | Open | Ready to ride |
| Lower Cement Creek Trail | Cement Creek | Open | Good to go |
| Doctors Park | Taylor Valley | Open | Out & Back from Taylor Canyon Rd |
| Strand Hill | Brush Creek | Open | Some muddy spots |
| Snodgrass Mountain | Mt. CB | Open | Mud, standing water, please stay on trail |
| Lupine Trail | Slate River Valley | Open | Good to go! |
| Woods Walk - Lower Loop | Town | Open | Muddy spots |
| Teocalli Trail | Brush Creek | Open | Deep snow in high trees |
| 401 | Gothic Valley | Closed | Mud/downed trees |
| Dyke Trail | Kebler Pass | Closed | Snow/Mud |
| Reno-Flag-Bear-Deadman | Cement Creek | Open | Mud |
| Recreation Path | Town | Open | Good to go! |
| Tony's-Divine-Deli Loop | Town | Open | Good to go! |
| Upper Loop | Brush Creek | Open | Good to go! |
| Walrod Connector to Caves | Cement Creek | Open | Good to go! |
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Featured Event
Crested Butte Bike Week
June 22- 25, 2017
Mountain Biking Clinics
Film Festival featuring MTB films
Races: Chainless World Championships, Fat Tire 40, Jr Wildflower Classic
Bridges of the Butte Townie Tour, 24 hours of bikes
Where else do you find the oldest mountain bike festival in the world, but right here in Crested Butte, Colorado. After all, this is birthplace of the sport and another opportunity to showcase our legendary trails and scenery. Not a mountain biker? All good! This family friendly celebration welcomes riders of every level with all types of bikes.
