most scenic trails in the West Elk Wilderness, but only experienced hikers 4 miles.Difficulty: Moderate. Be prepared for a hike in the high country with sturdy closed-toe shoes, layers, a hat, sunscreen and water! Continue on jeep road for about 1/2 mile. At the botom, follow the trail right, then left to Brush Creek Road. hwy 92, 5.7 miles west of it's junction with hwy 50.Difficulty: Moderate, Dyke Trail You should arrange for car shuttle if hiking this trail. A worthwhile detour while running or hiking the Scarp Ridge Trail. The Peak of Mt. Smack in the center of the valley floor rises the monolith that gives the area its name: Mount Crested Butte. The Mt. Turn right to return to vehicle. 135 south 6.8 miles to Cement Creek Road. Road is steep and narrow at the top. Turn left and continue on Cement Creek Road for 1.5 miles. Start in either Crested Butte or Aspen and hike up and over the pass to the other side. Pass/Triangle Pass (trail 1981) are seen. Then turn left on Butte Ave. Park your car on the The trail head begins at Pioneer Point, off This hike is 5-6 miles long. *Please note, Umbrella Bar is closed for the season. Turn left on Slate River Road and continue for about 9.5 miles to Paradise Divide. Turn right on Wildcat Road, continue on trail past dead end of The trail follows the creek, winding its way through aspen and pine The ski area sits about 1.5 miles up above the town of Crested Butte. The iconic shape of the butte dominates its … Crested Butte is 12,162 feet. You'll see great views and many wildflowers. Needle. From the top of the Silver Queen Express, it’s a 2 mile round-trip hike but hikers can expect a rather strenuous climb, navigating rocks and gaining over 1,200 feet in elevation. interpreative signs. This includes in lines, when loading and unloading chairlifts and in indoor resort facilities. in Curecanti National Recreation Aread on Highway 50, 5 miles west of Gunnison. Drive to Irwin Campground and park. The hike from Aspen to Crested Butte takes hikers over the 12,500-foot West Maroon Pass and is one of the most iconic and popular routes in the area. miles round trip. following the Copper Creek trail. Leave one car at Horse Ranch Park, where hike will end. Baxter Gulch Trail is a 10.4 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Crested Butte, Colorado that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The area is remote and few people go into it. Hike up road, then fork left. From the base area, hikers are encouraged to follow the Up and Away trail until the intersection with the Columbine trail to the Painter Boy trail. Bring an empty sack to pick up trailside trash left by careless hikers. Hikes Accessible from the Silver Queen Express Lift: Ride to the top of the Silver Queen Express and venture to the summit of the famed Mount Crested Butte on this moderately difficult hike. Park at Paradise Divide and hike on jeep road to Yule Pass. Difficulty: Strenuous, Green Lake Start from the Crested Butte Nordic Center at 2nd and Whiterock. and very steep on both sides. 4 - 5 miles. Take Kebler Pass Road (County Road 12) west for 6 miles, then turn right to Irwin Lake (Forest Road 826). Crested Butte or just take a stroll through aspens and wildflower-soaked meadows. Continue along the Peak trail just beyond the middle station of the High Lift and you will come to a picnic shelter. Stash lip balm rated SPF-15 or higher and hard candy in a pocket or fanny pack; it helps avoid "cotton-mouth" on the trail. This beautiful hike, though rather strenuous, is one of the most amazing hikes one can embark on in the Gunnison Valley. Turn left, then left again on Skyland Drive. Timberline Trail offers superb views of Taylor Park.Difficulty: Moderate, Upper Loop This is a 6 mile hike. This all-day experience is one not to be missed. Soak in the views of the Gunnison Valley, the East River, Elk Mountains, San Juans, and the Raggeds Wilderness all the way to the Maroon Bells from the summit of Mt.