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Crested Butte Trails: Crested Butte Mountain Summit 12,162 Feet

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Theย town’s namesakeย begs to be summited. A short, steep, and rewarding hike starts by taking theย Silver Queen lift from the Crested …

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Crested Butte Trails: Daisy Pass

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If timed right, this trail hasย it all. Dramatic mountain views extending forย miles all the way to the Maroon Bells and …

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Crested Butte Trails: Caves Trail

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Mostย visitors miss out onย experiencing someย fantastic scenery hidden in the Cement Creek Valley near Crested Butte South (or CB South in …

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Crested Butte Trails: Red Lady (Mt. Emmons)

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One of the most prominent peaks seen from town, Red Ladyย (Mt. Emmons) is a popular destination for backcountry skiers in …

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Crested Butte Trails: Red Lady (Mt. Emmons) via Scarp Ridge

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The longest route on Scarp Ridge offersย spectacular 360 degree views and an unparalleled hiking experience.ย This trailย includes wildflower covered hillsidesย in the …

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Crested Butte Trails: Scarp Ridge Middle Loop

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Thisย fantastic approach to Scarp Ridge offersย an extremely rewarding hiking experience. Wildflower covered hillsidesย in the summer combine with awe-inspiringย mountain vistasย in every …

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Crested Butte Trails: West Maroon Pass

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With a little luck and good timing,ย West Maroon Pass can offer a hikeย flanked byย dense fields of stunning wildflowers. This popular …

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Crested Butte Trails: West Maroon – Frigid Air Pass

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Along with Rustler Gulch, we recommend adding the Frigid Air Pass loop or 3 Pass loop to your bucket list …

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Crested Butte Trails: Horse Ranch Park Loop

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This is a hike with amazing views of nearly the whole Kebler aspen forest and of many mountains in the …