About Crested Butte
Crested Butte is a legendary mountain bike destination in the Colorado Rockies. This former mining town is known as the “Birthplace of Mountain Biking” and offers incredible high-altitude singletrack.
Getting Here
By Air
Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC)
- Seasonal flights from Denver, Houston, Dallas
- 30 miles south of Crested Butte
- Car rental available
Alternative: Denver (DEN)
- 4-hour drive via scenic mountain passes
- More flight options
By Car
- From Denver: 4 hours via US-285 and CO-135
- From Grand Junction: 3 hours via CO-133 and CO-135
- From Durango: 4.5 hours via US-550 and CO-135
Accommodations
- Downtown Crested Butte: Historic, walkable, charming
- Mt. Crested Butte: Ski resort base, modern condos
- Gunnison: More affordable, 30 miles south
Altitude Alert!
Crested Butte sits at 8,900 feet - trails go above 12,000 feet!
- Arrive 1-2 days early to acclimate
- Drink lots of water
- Expect to ride slower than at home
- Watch for afternoon thunderstorms
Riding Season
Peak season is July-September. Trails may have snow into July at higher elevations.