Top 5 Crested Butte Mountain Bike Trails for Advanced Riders

These iconic trails are why so many mountain bikers travel from across the country to Crested Butte with their two wheeled machines. While there are plenty of beginner or intermediate trails you should tackle before these, some of the best riding in Crested Butte will be found in this advanced guide. Venture above tree line, along steep hillsides, over rock and root drops, and no-fall zones. As ‘advanced’ rides, expect them to be a bit longer, more remote, and extremely rewarding.

If there is one word to describe Trail 403, it is steep. 403 starts with a steep climb that brings you to a beautiful spot that gives you nearly 360 degree views of surrounding mountains. The trail then descends down towards the gothic drainage, while showcasing some technical and steep terrain that will certainly test any riders skill level. The trail finishes with an even steeper pitch that will have your brakes pleading for rest. For detailed trail info: Click Here

Doctors Park is well know as one of the most fun descents in the area. This popular trail can be shuttled or earned by way of a steep road climb. Once you hit the top it is all down hill starting with a tight and technical piece of singletrack that transform to smooth, brakeless fun that will give you an ear to ear grin. For detailed trail info: Click Here

Deer Creek is is a love hate trail for many locals, mainly because it starts with a brutal climb, which includes a solid bit of hike-a-bike. Once you reach the top lookout point, it will seem like it was all worth the trouble with stunning view and a great descent. Deer Creek traverses the base of a ridge just north of Mt. Crested Butte. It pokes in and out of timber with a number of technical sections. While it may not be as grueling as some other trails, it makes the list because of it’s remote nature. For Detailed Trail Info: Click Here

Teocalli Ridge is one of the most stunning trails in the valley. After a slog of a climb, and some hike a bike, the trail opens up to Teocalli ridge which showcases stunning views in every direction. Once you head back into the forest, you are in for one awesome descent that will have gripped with excitement. For detailed trail info: Click Here

The Dyke Trail may be the most difficult trail on this list, not for any particular climb or descent, but for the overall experience. You will travel though stunning aspen trees, and wildflowers, cross a number of small creeks and finish with one steep and rocky downhill. If you want a work out, the Dyke Trail is your answer.  For detailed trail info: Click Here