Mountain Biking Trails and Trail Report

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.

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.

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!

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.

Farris Creek: Crested Butte

20 miles round trip. 1400 feet cumulative elevation gain. A great intermediate ride off of Brush Creek Road.

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.

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.

17 miles round trip. 1500 feet cumulative elevation gain. A local favorite with plenty of single track riding.

The map and lift tickets can be found at the base area. Try Meander, Horseshoe, Prospector & Columbine for great downhills and wonderful wildflowers.

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

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.

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!

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.

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!