Mountain Biking Trails and Trail Report
Enjoy the extensive network of mountain bike trails that cover hundreds of miles around Crested Butte and the surrounding Gunnison National Forest. Below are a compilation of suggested self-guided tours. There are too many to list here, but our local bike shops and guides can be very helpful in assisting you further. Accurately depicted topographical trail maps, which detail these trails and others available in the area, are available at local mountain bike shops. Be sure to check out all the unique biking events we have to offer.
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BEGINNER MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDES
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Skyland/ Tony's Trail: Crested Butte
6.5 mile loop. 250 feet of elevation gain. This loop combines some pavement and some really great singletrack that is smooth and enjoyable. You can ride this loop either way, but coming down Tony's is a favorite due to the smooth rolling descent.
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The Lower Loop: Crested Butte
10 miles round trip. One of Crested Butte's most popular trails, with recently opened new trails. An excellent choice for those new to the sport or those of you looking for a more mellow yet very scenic ride. Great for wildflower viewing and kids.
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The Luge & Painterboy: Crested Butte Mountain Resort
Ride the lift and avoid any uphill riding at all and just roll down these fun and scenic trails. Trail maps & lift tickets are available at the base area.
BONUS: Try Meander to test your mettle on an Intermediate trail- it's one of the easiest Intermediate rides on the hill!
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2 Hartman Rock's Trails: Gunnison
This short loop should take about an hour to complete and is an excellent loop to become oriented with the area which features over 40 miles of singletrack and 33 miles of dirt roads.
Route #1: Park at the top of Kill Hill and use this map, to connect Main St., Sea of Sage, The Luge, and follow the road back to Kill Hill parking area.
Route #2: Follow the Groomed Cross Country Skiing Loop for 12 K of scenic dirt roads*.
*Alternate access from McCabe's Lane, West of Gunnison.
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INTERMEDIATE MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDES
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Farris Creek: Crested Butte
20 miles round trip. 1400 feet cumulative elevation gain. A great intermediate ride off of Brush Creek Road.
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Access via the Canal trail - Farris Creek Road is closed. |
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Lower 401: Gothic
7 miles round trip from Copper Creek trailhead. The little sister of the famed 401is a beautiful wooded ride with little traffic. Often referred to as the 401 extension is a great ride on its own with out any massive climbs and with plenty of fun trail and a bit of dirt road.
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Upper 401 is still closed due to snow and down trees.
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Snodgrass: Mt. Crested Butte
10 miles round trip. 900 feet cumulative elevation gain. One of Crested Butte's most well-known trails. Offers some beautiful scenery and a chance for some of the best wildflower viewing around. Open partial season only.
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Strand Hill: Crested Butte
17 miles round trip. 1500 feet cumulative elevation gain. A local favorite with plenty of single track riding.
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Access via Canal Trail as Farris Creek Road is closed.
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Lift Access: Crested Butte Mountain Resort
The map and lift tickets can be found at the base area. Try Meander, Horseshoe, Prospector & Columbine for great downhills and wonderful wildflowers.
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3 Hartman Rock's Trails: Gunnison
With 70+ miles of options here are 3 sweet routes that will keep you smiling and wanting more. Please reference the map to connect these routes.
Route#1: Jacks, Beck's, Rocky Ridge, The Luge, Hogs Back, Beck's, Jack's
Route #2: Jack's, Main St., Josh O's, Skyline, Rocky Ridge, Beck's, Jack's
Route#3: Bambi's, outback, Enchanted Forest, Dave Mo's, Dirty Sock, Buddy Bear, Skyline, Bambi's
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All roads and trails south of the Powerlines Road will remain closed
until May 15th to protect critical Sage Grouse habitat. Please respect
this closure and encourage others to do the same.
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EXPERT MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDES
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Reno/Flag/Bear/Deadman's: Crested Butte South
22 miles round trip. 3,000 feet cumulative elevation gain. A true challenge. This ride is a combination of the Reno Divide, Flag and Bear Creek Trails. The trailhead is located on Cement Creek Road.
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Teocalli Ridge: Crested Butte
25 miles round trip. 2200 feet cumulative elevation gain. Plenty of intermediate and advanced single track make this a challenge and a local favorite for the awesome downhill and amazing views.
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Lots of trees down. |
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Trail 401: Gothic
24 miles round trip. 2800 feet cumulative elevation gain. This one is a favorite among those who frequent the trails around Crested Butte. It's difficult, but well worth the effort. It offers a lot of advanced single track. |
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Can be ridden as an out and back from Rustler's Gulch...Snow and down trees reported further out toward pine woods climb. |
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Deer Creek: Crested Butte
28 miles round trip. If you are looking for a classic cross-country ride, this is it. With equal amounts of 'up' and 'down' riding either direction is suitable. The preferred direction is from Brush Creek to Gothic.
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Dyke Trail: Irwin
16 miles round trip. 1000 feet cumulative elevation gain. A favorite fall ride in Colorado's largest aspen grove and an all round favorite. Shuttle the road to make it easier- most of the elevation gain is on Kebler Pass Road!
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Mud at creek crossings, otherwise dry. |
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Lift Access: Crested Butte Mountain Resort
The map and lift tickets can be found at the base area. Try Westside, Wood's trail and Avery for some heart thumping downhill action complete with burms, table tops, rock jumps and board walks. Go BIG!
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3 Hartman Rock's Trails: Gunnison
With 70+ miles of options here are 3 sweet routes that will keep you smiling and wanting more. Please reference the map to connect these routes.
Route#1: Jack's, Tail Pipe, The Ridge, Top of the World, Water treatment, Gateway, Josie's, Buddy Bear, Rocky Ridge, Notch, Collarbone Alley
Route #2: Notch, Becks, Rattlesnake, Josh O's, Sawtooth, 9 -0, Outback, Enchanted Forest, Dave Mo', Dirty Sock, Buddy Bear, The Luge, Alonzo's, Hog Back, Free Fall, Beck's, V-Drop
Route #3: The Original Growler Loop. 32 miles of mostly singletrack and 4,000 vertical, but never more than 400' in a shot!
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