Crested Butte Mountain Bike Vacation
Trails
403 Trail, Crested Butte, CO

403 is one of more readily accessible backcountry trails in Crested Butte. Watch as Nate Hills and Kruck Shox take it on as part of practice for the Big Mountain Enduro. Boys are Rippin’.
Rated 5 stars due to its accessibility and diversity. This trail has the steeps, the views, the flow. Yeeoww.
Evolution Bike Park: Avery Trail
Nate Hills follows Krunk Shox as they rip down down Avery Trail, a lift served DH trail at Crested Butte’s Evolution Bike Park. Awesome.
Rated 4 stars only to encourage you to spend... Read More ›
Evolution Bike Park: Avery Trail
Nate Hills follows Krunk Shox as they rip down down Avery Trail, a lift served DH trail at Crested Butte’s Evolution Bike Park. Awesome.
Rated 4 stars only to encourage you to spend the majority of your time in the backcountry while in Crested Butte. It’s a rare opportunity to be exposed deep in the wilderness.

Teocalli Ridge, Crested Butte, CO
Krunk Shox following Nate Hills down Teocalli Ridge Trail in Crested Butte, CO. This is backcountry mountain biking at its finest but don’t be fooled. It is a long climb to the top of... Read More ›
Teocalli Ridge, Crested Butte, CO
Krunk Shox following Nate Hills down Teocalli Ridge Trail in Crested Butte, CO. This is backcountry mountain biking at its finest but don’t be fooled. It is a long climb to the top of Teocalli but the video is evidence that it is worth it.
Rated 4 stars due to the effort to get to the trail. Expect ~1.5 hours of climbing to get to the top of the ridge.

Evolution Bike Park: Captain Jack Trail
Grab your full face. This is a an advanced trail. Watch as Nate Hills and Kruck Shox take on the Captain Jack Trail at Evolution Bike Park as part of practice for the Big Mountain Enduro event.... Read More ›
Evolution Bike Park: Captain Jack Trail
Grab your full face. This is a an advanced trail. Watch as Nate Hills and Kruck Shox take on the Captain Jack Trail at Evolution Bike Park as part of practice for the Big Mountain Enduro event. This trail is no joke. Bring your A game.

Lodging
West Wall Lodge

The West Wall, located on Mt. Crested Butte, is best described as “amazing.” With the slopes right outside the lodge, a fully stocked exercise room, beautiful condos, a pool and underground parking with secure cages perfect for storing your bike. West Wall has something to offer everyone in the group to include exercise room, pool, hot tubs and grills. On the free bus route to town and near the paved trail that leads up to the mountain or down to town, getting around without ever getting in your car couldn’t be easier. Quiet and great for families, we have stayed here and love it.
Elk Mountain Lodge
Located in downtown Crested Butte, this Bed and Breakfast is great for small groups and provides group discounts. Complimentary Breakfast and a private bar are two more reasons to stay here. They... Read More ›
Elk Mountain Lodge
Located in downtown Crested Butte, this Bed and Breakfast is great for small groups and provides group discounts. Complimentary Breakfast and a private bar are two more reasons to stay here. They also offer bike storage and are known for catering to mountain bikers.

The Lodge at Mountaineer Square
Located just steps from the lifts, hiking and biking, as well as shopping dining. Mountaineer Square is the perfect “base camp” for your summer mountain getaway. Choose from king hotel... Read More ›
The Lodge at Mountaineer Square
Located just steps from the lifts, hiking and biking, as well as shopping dining. Mountaineer Square is the perfect “base camp” for your summer mountain getaway. Choose from king hotel rooms to luxurious four bedroom residences.

Grand Lodge
The full-service hotel offers a variety of rooms and suites, most with kitchenettes. Amenities include an indoor/outdoor heated pool, hot tub, restaurant/bar, spa, fitness room, and business... Read More ›
Grand Lodge
The full-service hotel offers a variety of rooms and suites, most with kitchenettes. Amenities include an indoor/outdoor heated pool, hot tub, restaurant/bar, spa, fitness room, and business center.

Food
The Wooden Nickel

If you are looking for a memorable meal to put a cap on your trip and you are willing to spend some money, the Wooden Nickel is the place to have a great steal and soak in the ambiance of Crested Butte. Drinks here are a bit pricey so we’d recommend a stop into Montana Distillery first while you are waiting for your table.
Teocali Tamale
No matter the line, you have to try this place. Best burritos in town, great service. You will not leave hungry. The menu has a lot to choose from beyond burritos. Hard to go wrong here. The... Read More ›
Teocali Tamale
No matter the line, you have to try this place. Best burritos in town, great service. You will not leave hungry. The menu has a lot to choose from beyond burritos. Hard to go wrong here. The salsas are made in house and the margaritas are highly recommended. If you like mexican food and fresh burritos the size of your head, this is the place for you.

Secret Stash Pizzeria
This place was packed every night we were in town. It is rated as the best pizza in CB and has some great, unique recipes like the Notorious F.I.G. and The Hamptons to name a few. If you are... Read More ›
Secret Stash Pizzeria
This place was packed every night we were in town. It is rated as the best pizza in CB and has some great, unique recipes like the Notorious F.I.G. and The Hamptons to name a few. If you are looking for pizza, this is the place for you.

Third Bowl Ice Cream
You worked hard today, earning every descent. You need ice cream. Third Bowl Homemade Ice Cream is perhaps the best and most unique ice cream around. Flavors such as lavender, lemon fig,... Read More ›
Third Bowl Ice Cream
You worked hard today, earning every descent. You need ice cream. Third Bowl Homemade Ice Cream is perhaps the best and most unique ice cream around. Flavors such as lavender, lemon fig, cinnamon fudge along with chocolate, vanilla, strawberry make up this incredible menu that leaves lines around the door and down the stairs. There will be something here for everyone, even the non-dairy member of your group.

Izzy's
A cozy establishment just off the main drag in Crested Butte. When we say cozy, we mean only room for about 15 inside. Everything is made fresh and on demand. Izzy’s offers great breakfast... Read More ›
Izzy's
A cozy establishment just off the main drag in Crested Butte. When we say cozy, we mean only room for about 15 inside. Everything is made fresh and on demand. Izzy’s offers great breakfast and you can have a seat and relax or grab a sandwich and get your pedal on. Latkes are the bomb here. Get some.

Drinks
Montanya Distillers

A well placed distillery in the heart of Crested Butte. You come here for the outstanding hand crafted cocktails but the food is excellent as well. Several small plates can serve as a meal if you would like to settle in for the night. The charcuterie and cheese plate is well worth its cost and the filet mignon tips are delicious. We recommend taking the bus if you are staying on the mountain. Montana Distillers is one of the best places to spend an evening in Crested Butte.
First Ascent Coffee Roasters
Best coffee in Crested Butte? We think so. First Ascent is a small coffee house at the very top of Elk Street that is obsessed with quality. Not only do they roast premium coffee beans in house,... Read More ›
First Ascent Coffee Roasters
Best coffee in Crested Butte? We think so. First Ascent is a small coffee house at the very top of Elk Street that is obsessed with quality. Not only do they roast premium coffee beans in house, but they also make their own organic nut milks and syrups ensuring your experience. The baristas are professionals and the coffee will make you wonder why you ever went anywhere else. With seating upstairs and an outdoor patio, this coffee house has great ambiance as well. It pairs with a local bakery, Mountain Oven Organic bakery, and we highly recommend indulging a bit. Cinnamon raisin roll… O Yea.

The Dogwood Cocktail Cabin
You may have noticed by now that we love a good cocktail and the Dogwood Cocktail Cabin is right up our alley. Located just off Elk Avenue, in quite literally, a renovated cabin, the Dogwood... Read More ›
The Dogwood Cocktail Cabin
You may have noticed by now that we love a good cocktail and the Dogwood Cocktail Cabin is right up our alley. Located just off Elk Avenue, in quite literally, a renovated cabin, the Dogwood Cocktail Cabin serves up unique urban cocktails in the rustic and laid back atmosphere of Crested Butte. The drinks are of premium quality and priced the same. The lighting is low and the environment is welcoming and relaxing. This isn’t a place for the children so find a sitter and enjoy a much deserved night with your better half.

Rentals
Big Al's Bicycle Heaven

Big Al’s is a well staffed, full service bike shop located in downtown Crested Butte. Summer is a busy time for a bike shop in Crested Butte and Big Al’s is equipped to repair your steed in a hurry. Big Al’s also offers a wide range of mountain bike rentals with brands like Devinci, Rocky Mountain and Kona. They also offer road, kids, townie and fat bike rentals. Perhaps the item that stands out most upon entering Big Al’s is the staff’s desire to connect you with great trails that suit your needs. Visit their website to get more details on this great shop.
The Alpineer
The folks at the Alpineer are focused on all things outdoors. In the spring and summer they swing their focus to bikes and camping. You can find just about anything is this place from outerwear,... Read More ›
The Alpineer
The folks at the Alpineer are focused on all things outdoors. In the spring and summer they swing their focus to bikes and camping. You can find just about anything is this place from outerwear, shoes, tents, supplies and most importantly, bikes! The Alpineer offers a well thought out rental and demo fleet with models from Trek, Santa Cruz, Juliana and Yeti. Regardless if you need bikes for the entire family or just really want to demo the latest technology, the Alpineer has you covered.

Camping
Almont Campground

Almont Campground is located adjacent to Colorado State Highway 135. It is typically used for short-term stays of 1 to 5 days. This campground is in walking distance of the Almont Gorge, where the East River and Taylor River join to form the Gunnison River. Other recreation opportunities from Almont Campground include 4-wheel driving, mountain biking and kayaking. The landscape is mostly aspen and cottonwood trees. There are 10 campsites.
Open May-Late September.
Directions: To access Almont Campground from Almont, CO drive one mile southwest on State Highway 135.
Cement Creek Campground
This part of the Gunnison National Forest has impressive landscapes and receives relatively low use. Cement Creek Campground provides access to hiking, mountain biking, ATV and motorcycle riding,... Read More ›
Cement Creek Campground
This part of the Gunnison National Forest has impressive landscapes and receives relatively low use. Cement Creek Campground provides access to hiking, mountain biking, ATV and motorcycle riding, spelunking and fishing. It lies within 15 miles of Crested Butte, CO. The landscape is mostly aspen in a narrow valley. There are 13 campsites.
Open Late May to Late September
Directions: Drive 7.5 miles southeast on Highway 135 to Cement Creek Road (Forest Road 740). Turn left on to FDR740 and travel 4 miles to the site.

Gothic Campground
The terrain surrounding Gothic Campground is as rugged as it is beautiful. The mountain biking, hiking, motorcycle riding and four-wheel driving can’t be beat. This older rustic site lies in... Read More ›
Gothic Campground
The terrain surrounding Gothic Campground is as rugged as it is beautiful. The mountain biking, hiking, motorcycle riding and four-wheel driving can’t be beat. This older rustic site lies in a stretch of the Gunnison National Forest that is sandwiched between the Maroon Bells-Snowmass and the Raggeds Wilderness Areas. The area seldom gets crowded so it’s worth the extra effort and time it takes to reach the region. The landscape is spruce/fir trees. 4 campsites.
Open Mid June – September
Directions: Drive north on County Road 317 /Forest Road 317 for 7 miles passing through town site of Gothic. Continue an additional 2 miles.

Shops
Chopwood Mercantile

Chopwood Mercantile is a refreshing find in the world of ‘outdoor’ retail formed through an underlying motto of ‘Live your Passion’. Chopwood Mercantile brings the concept of a ‘public house’ to outdoor retail. Strike a conversation and share passion for living life, no matter what your passion is.
Chopwood features makings from Patagonia, Icebreaker, TICLA, Mission Workshop, Acre Supply, Kitsbow and Skratch Labs. Check em’ out.
Clark's Market
There’s nothing flashy about Clark’s Market but you need groceries and they have them. This is the only true “Grocery Store” in Crested Butte and they cover most of the... Read More ›
Clark's Market
There’s nothing flashy about Clark’s Market but you need groceries and they have them. This is the only true “Grocery Store” in Crested Butte and they cover most of the basics you will need for your trip. Note that there is no pharmacy and you’ll need to travel into Gunnison for any perscription needs.

Mountain Earth Organic Grocer
If your looking for Organic groceries in Crested Butte, this is the place to find them. Mountain Earth offers local produce in season as well as a variety of other local products. Homemade... Read More ›
Mountain Earth Organic Grocer
If your looking for Organic groceries in Crested Butte, this is the place to find them. Mountain Earth offers local produce in season as well as a variety of other local products. Homemade fresh organic soups, muffins, sandwiches, and other baked goods are available weekdays year-round. You won’t be overwhelmed by the selection here, but in most cases, you can find what you need. We typically stop in here for organic sandwich meats to pack in our bags as real food is a must when mountain biking in the Butte.

Tours & Guides
Irwin Guides

Mountain biking in Crested Butte is no joke. The landscape is large, the mountains are high and the trails are often remote. We highly recommend a guide if you are going to venture into the backcountry and that is the whole point, right?
Irwin Guides is an international guiding company that creates custom-designed guided experiences that are intended to leave guests touched by profound moments of accomplishment is spectacular natural environments.