The best running trails around Crested Butte

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Running around Crested Butte is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes around Crested Butte—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Woods Walk loop — Crested Butte	Expert 01:37 11.7km
Green Lake Trail — Gunnison National Forest	Expert 02:03 13.8km
Upper Loop, Bridges, & Upper Upper Trail run — Gunnison National Forest	Expert 01:48 12.5km
Lake Grant and Bridges Trail loop — Gunnison National Forest	Intermediate 00:38 5.12km

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Woods Walk loop — Crested Butte
01:37
11.7km
8:20/km
130m
130m
Expert
27
Expert run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Green Lake Trail — Gunnison National Forest
02:03
13.8km
8:56/km
510m
510m
Expert
14
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Upper Loop, Bridges, & Upper Upper Trail run — Gunnison National Forest
01:48
12.5km
8:36/km
320m
320m
Expert
1
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Lake Grant and Bridges Trail loop — Gunnison National Forest
00:38
5.12km
7:22/km
80m
80m
Intermediate
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.