Best Mountain Biking Trails in Crested Butte Colorado
Top-notch singletrack and bike paths winding through spectacular mountain views make Crested Butte a popular biking destination in summer. Crested Butte’s impressive biking stats – with more than 700 miles of singletrack to choose from, bikers of all skill levels can find adventure in these mountains. Crested Butte is home to natural and man-made downhill and cross-country trails ranging from easy green singletrack, to double diamond rollers. The various trails apps show information differently so we have consolidated the top-rated Crested Butte mountain bike trails here for your convenience.
The best difficult/advanced mountain bike trails in Crested Butte
- Trail Riders Trail #401
- Doctor Park Trail
- Avery
- Teocalli Ridge Trail #557
- Trail 403
The best intermediate mountain biking trails in Crested Butte
- Lupine 1
- Gunsight Connector
- Teaser
- Luge
- Strand Hill
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Crested butte
- Lower Loop
- Upper Cement Creek Trail
- Lupine 1 could be considered beginner based on your skill level
Crested Butte Downhill Bike Park
Crested Butte’s legendary downhill bike park offers over 30 miles of incredible lift-served singletrack trails. All levels of riders from beginners to expert riders will love the varied trails and terrain. The bike haul lift service on the Red Lady Express brings riders to a diverse network of downhill trails and cross-country trails that connect to some of the most epic rides in Crested Butte.
Crested Butte Downhill Bike Park FAQs
- E-bikes and other motorized vehicles are prohibited
- All bikes must have functioning hand brakes
- Helmets are required to use the bike haul
- Kid carriers or bike trailers are prohibited on our trails
You can also check Trailforks for more trails in Crested Butte!
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Crested Butte is a top adventure destination in Colorado, earning one of our top spots for mountain destinations that visitors can enjoy all year long. When the snow melts and summer comes, Crested Butte transforms into a biking getaway where trails spanning hundreds of miles and intertwine with scenic wilderness. The town is also surrounded by alpine lakes and rivers for SUP and kayaking after the snow melts. Hiking trails are plentiful right out of town, and hikers will be rewarded with scenic vistas, the potential for wildlife spotting, and wildflowers of every color. Crested Butte is the wildflower capital of Colorado! Complete each adventure with a trip to the historic downtown Crested Butte where dining spots and bars offer stellar happy hour choices!
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