The best walks and hikes around Crested Butte
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To help you find the best hikes and walks around Crested Butte, we’ve reviewed our full collection of trails and routes in the region. Browse all of the details of each route below — and explore more of the nature around Crested Butte.
Last updated: October 29, 2025
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1. Green Lake Trail — Gunnison National Forest
13.8km
04:45
510m
510m
Aspen-lined trail to a glowing alpine lake beneath towering peaks near Crested Butte.
Intermediate
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2. Mount Crested Butte via Westside Trail — Crested Butte
17.5km
05:42
800m
800m
Fairytale aspen groves lead to rocky scrambles and sweeping Colorado Rockies views.
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3. Woods Walk loop — Crested Butte
11.9km
03:46
130m
130m
Gentle aspen grove walk with sweeping views of Gothic Mountain and golden fall colors.
Intermediate
6
hikers
4. Whetstone Vista to Upper Upper Trail loop — Gunnison National Forest
4.47km
01:26
130m
130m
Forest climb through aspens to panoramic views of Whetstone Mountain and Crested Butte Valley.
Intermediate
2
hikers
5. Baxter Gulch Trail to Green Lake loop — Crested Butte
23.6km
07:46
770m
770m
Newest Crested Butte singletrack winds through wildflower meadows to pristine Green Lake.
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