Van Tuyl Loop
An easy but incredibly-scenic gravel path on the outskirts of Gunnison.
Easy Trail Running
- Distance
- 5 km
- Ascent
- 18 m
- Descent
- 18 m
Trail Running in Crested Butte
Half of the skiable terrain is suitable for beginners and intermediates whereas the rest offers challenging varieties of chutes, gully's, glades and cliffs.
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Trail Running Routes in Crested Butte
Sage Burner Trail Race: 50K
A rugged, challenging trail race through the granite boulders and sagebrush of Hartman Rocks.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 49 km
- Ascent
- 1.2 km
- Descent
- 1.2 km
Cathedral Lake
Run to a stunning alpine lake nestled high in the mountains.
Moderate Trail Running
- Distance
- 8.8 km
- Ascent
- 643 m
- Descent
- 643 m
Lupine Loop
A rewarding loop from downtown Crested Butte with flowy singletrack and beautiful views.
Easy Trail Running
- Distance
- 20 km
- Ascent
- 485 m
- Descent
- 484 m
Lower Loop
A flat, easy, but incredibly scenic trail run directly from downtown Crested Butte.
Easy Trail Running
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 200 m
- Descent
- 200 m
West Maroon Trail: Aspen to Crested Butte
Beautiful backcountry run between two of Colorado's most famous mountain towns.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 17 km
- Ascent
- 964 m
- Descent
- 708 m
Scarp Ridge -> Mount Emmons
Traverse a stunning alpine ridge to reach the summit of 12,401-foot Mount Emmons, the Red Lady.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 17 km
- Ascent
- 1 km
- Descent
- 1 km
Grand Traverse Mountain Run
Famous point-to-point race route from Crested Butte to Aspen.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 65 km
- Ascent
- 2.3 km
- Descent
- 2.5 km
Trail Running Guidebooks in Crested Butte
10 routes · Trail Running
Run the Elks: Crested Butte’s Best Trail Running Routes
7 routes · Trail Running
7 of the Most Iconic Trail Running Routes in Aspen, CO
3 routes · Mountain Biking · Hiking · Trail Running