Hiking Trails & Parks in Crested Butte, Colorado
285 hiking & walking trails and 10parks, recreation areas & campgrounds in Crested Butte, located in Gunnison County, Colorado. Free trail map for every listing.
About Outdoor Recreation in Crested Butte, Colorado
Crested Butte offers 285 mapped hiking trails and 10 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Gunnison County, Colorado, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
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Parks & Campgrounds in Crested Butte
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Crested Butte, Gunnison County, Colorado?
Yes — we have 285 mapped hiking and walking trails in Crested Butte, Gunnison County, Colorado, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Crested Butte, Gunnison County, Colorado?
Carbon Trail 436 near Crested Butte is rated hard — the toughest classification among Crested Butte, Gunnison County, Colorado's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Crested Butte, Gunnison County, Colorado for families?
405.2A Trail near Crested Butte is one of the best family picks in Crested Butte, Gunnison County, Colorado — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Crested Butte, Gunnison County, Colorado?
Each of the 285 trails in Crested Butte, Gunnison County, Colorado has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Crested Butte, Gunnison County, Colorado?
Crested Butte, Gunnison County, Colorado has 10 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index. Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Crested Butte, Gunnison County, Colorado?
Yes — 2 of Crested Butte, Gunnison County, Colorado's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is Oh Be Joyful Campground with 30 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Crested Butte, Gunnison County, Colorado?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Gunnison County for more options beyond Crested Butte, Gunnison County, Colorado.
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