The City and County of Gunnison will be hosting a Community Open House starting at 6pm to allow residents and community stakeholders the opportunity to examine, discuss, and comment on the draft Master Plan elements completed so far. More info can be found here: https://gunnison-co-subarea-plan-hlplanning.hub.arcgis.com/ We hope to see you there!
Level: ◆ Advanced-Expert Length: 4 miles with steep, rocky, and uneven terrain. Join us for this incredible hike above Lake Irwin. You’ll traverse across wildflower-covered hillsides and climb above treeline to reach one of the most spectacular ridges in the Elk Mountains. The views include six 14,000 ft. peaks and one of the most abundant…
Level: ◆ Advanced-Expert Length: 4 miles with steep, rocky, and uneven terrain. Join us for this incredible hike above Lake Irwin. You’ll traverse across wildflower-covered hillsides and climb above treeline to reach one of the most spectacular ridges in the Elk Mountains. The views include six 14,000 ft. peaks and one of the most abundant…
Level: ◆ Advanced-Expert Length: 5-6 miles with steep, rocky terrain, mud, and creek crossings. River shoes/sandals required. One of our favorite hikes through meadows and pine forest to a beautiful alpine basin. A plethora of waist-high flowers and elusive beauties abound, including monkey flower, parry’s primrose, & bog orchid. A variety of rushing water distinguishes…
Level: ◆◆ Expert Length: 6-8+ miles with very steep, rocky, uneven and exposed terrain. Bring sandals/river shoes for creek crossings. This adventure has it all! Waterfalls around every corner. Wildflowers of every variety blanketing steep hillsides. Dramatic mountain views extending for miles from the Maroon Bells to Scarp Ridge. We’ll travel from Poverty Gulch to…
Level: ◆◆ Expert/Extreme Length: 11-13 miles with very steep, rocky, uneven terrain and exposed areas. Please note: there may be avalanche debris preventing the shuttle from accessing the trailhead which increases the distance of the hike by 2 miles. Be prepared to hike 13 miles. Creek crossings required– bring sandals/river shoes! Join us for our…
Level: ■◆ Intermediate-Advanced Length: 3 miles with steep, rocky, and uneven terrain. This new classic trail took 8 years of construction and is a new gem in the mix of trails close to the Town of Crested Butte. You’ll ascend through aspen forest then traverse across southern slopes filled with mules ear, aspen sunflower, and…
Level: • Adv. Beginner-Intermediate Length: 3-4+ miles with rocky, steep terrain. Join us as we explore the spectacular wildflowers and wetlands surrounding Lake Irwin. The shoreline passes through a variety of habitats including dense fir forest, lush meadows, and beaver ponds. We’ll also explore the beautiful falls on the south side of the dam. H09…
Level: • Adv. Beginner-Intermediate Length: 3-4+ miles with rocky, steep terrain. Join us as we explore the spectacular wildflowers and wetlands surrounding Lake Irwin. The shoreline passes through a variety of habitats including dense fir forest, lush meadows, and beaver ponds. We’ll also explore the beautiful falls on the south side of the dam. H09…
Level: • Adv. Beginner-Intermediate Length: 3 miles with rocky, very steep, and uneven terrain. A moderate loop hike through beautiful aspen forests. We’ll visit three lakes and be rewarded with stunning views from the top of Beckwith Pass. Expect gorgeous flowers, and some waterfalls along the way. Good chance for mushrooms with a wet summer!…