One hell of a climb with a nail biting descent! Tough climb, although not technical, and a long flowy downhill. 2h 04m, Aspens! While many opt to ride the 401 in the summer for the fields of wildflowers, fall is … Login / Register. 825.56 m Down, 13.9 mi — Some technical terrain and limited alternate lines. Dogs are also able to use this trail. 13.8mi, Started at Rustler's Gulch parking, rode up Schofield's Pass, onto 401 Trail and then a return down to Rustler's. — Ride aware, save a (wild)life! 32.5mi Local Club: Crested Butte Mountain Bike Association, Nov 18, 2020: CBCC 2020 End of Season Report, Aug 28, 2020: CBCC Late Summer Update 2020, Jul 10, 2020: CBCC Early Summer Update 2020, Land Manager: USFS - Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison Nat. 2020-2021 Base Area Map — For good reason—it’s amazing. 3,790' Down 13.4mi 14.1mi 3h 03m, 14.1mi 3h 47m, Loved 401, beautiful When you think of mountain biking in Crested Butte, one of the first trails that comes to mind is likely 401 and for good reason. 11h 00m, Unfortunately the weather was pretty bad all weekend so I biked to Emerald Lake and called it early, just didn't seem worth the rain. 12.8mi, Slightly modified but so beautiful! ... Cement Mountain Trail/Julie Andrews #553. 3h 00m, 13.7mi Its a blast! Then rode 401, back through Gotham and linked snodgrass. Crested Butte, Colorado is a mecca for mountain bikers of all abilities. ... Crested Butte Mountain Bike Park (CBMR/Ski Area/Mt. — For good reason—it’s amazing. Gorgeous views and one hell of a climb!! Crested Butte Mountain Biking: Trail 401:Advanced intermediate ride: Information & Conditions: Trail 401:Advanced intermediate ride. It has a little bit of everything from buff singletrack descent through wildflowers and … Updated 11/11/14. Road the rest to the top. 14.1mi, shuttled to Schofield's pass and then got off at Rushler's Gulch #9 of 36 Outdoor Activities in Crested Butte. — Yes, yes, EVERYBODY loves the 401 Trail. If you have never ridden trail 401, put this one on your list for your next trip to Crested Butte. 13.3mi Tacky and amazing, a few spots near the bottom of the first decent are a little tore up We absolutely love the 401 trail, be cautious as you head down through the tall grasses. Smooth track, beautiful wild flowers, valley views. • Speechless... pictures and words will not make justice to the beauty and the downhill in this trail, 13.8mi 27.2 km Colors indicate trail is missing specified detail. This trail is fun as heck. 4h 00m, 9.1mi Current Conditions: June 29 - 401 proper, with the climb up the road and starting at Schofield pass is now good to go! 2.2mi, Killer views Singletrack flanked by cows at the end add a little extra entertainment • — 3h 15m, 6mi 2h 15m, Will exit at rustlers gulch in the future Download the new EpicMix app ahead of your visit. "The higher … — 2,270' Down Trail is a hot mess; several avalanches have covered the trail with snow, trees, and other debris. Gunnison and Crested Butte are known as a mountain biking treasure chest, with over 750 miles of trails to ride. Chris & Mac Getting butts off the couch, one butt at a time . Not some many flowers left. 38.6 km Still a beautiful ride! Crested Butte: A Cradle of Mountain Biking History. The trail is one of the best in Colorado, providing miles and miles of fast downhill singletrack and endless beautiful views. — I did it at noon, lots of traffic. It’s been in all the mags, has been plenty of Facebook banners, and is probably the most Instagrammed trail in Colorado. 2h 00m, Not worth riding the 2nd half of the trail. Bridge is out after the Rustler's Gulch CG (CBMBA flagged it nicely!). Crested Butte Trails: 401. At approximately mile 4 it is not uncommon to come across "The Plug" an almost permanent snowfield across the road. You might have heard of Hartman Rocks, Doctor Park or the 401. Forests. 691.91 m Down, 10.1 mi Tons of ruts!! Randy and I debated about taking him on the trail It’s a hard singletrack climb to the summit and a fast descent with significant exposure. Soooo very beautiful. 1157.94 m Up Moderately steep. 13.7mi — 8,769' Down The high alpine trail offers an epic descent with knee high flowers, and spectacular views of the Gothic Valley and Mount Crested Butte. Some challenging climbs that are Steep. Pooped. Yes, yes, EVERYBODY loves the 401 Trail. But, it was also a killer ride! 8,275' Up — When mountain bikers think about Crested Butte, Colorado, the 401 trail is most likely the first trail that comes to mind. The ride up was seriously killer, especially after reaching the top of pass. CBMBA works to improve trails, conserve landscapes, and build community through volunteer trail work days, group rides, events, and a professional trail and stewardship crew, the Crested Butte Conservation Corps (CBCC) . It’s been in all the mags, has been plenty of Facebook banners, and is probably the most Instagrammed trail in Colorado. Trailforks scans users ridelogs to determine the most popular direction each trail is ridden. For good reason—it’s amazing. Taking other people's content (text, photos, etc) without permission is a copyright violation and Mountain Bike Map: Cortez, Delores, Mancos & Rico. Wet, muddy and snowy up top. 9mi 3h 00m, Perfect Late Summer Day - gothic rd climb is terribly dusty. The definition of alpine mountain biking. Trails are compared with nearby trails in the same city region with a possible 25 colour shades. 12mi, Rode 3.5 of the uphill started into the trail and got shut down by super high snow drifts and partial trail visibility had to turn around :( 22.4 km This is the BEST trail in Colorado! However, the stunning amount of ridiculously scenic singletrack in Crested Butte … I stopped so many times to take pics. Trailforks scans ridelogs to determine which trails are ridden the most in the last 9 months. Lupine. 2020-2021 Winter Trail Map . Almost all loop completed. 9.6mi. 690.27 m Up 16.2 km • — 2,708' Up 14.6mi Beautiful day! 14.1mi Please explain. Very steep. Crested Butte to Aspen, Colorado. Track in good condition. Think of this as a heatmap, more rides = more kinetic energy = warmer colors. 401 Trail, 13.6 miles. 2h 08m, 13.2mi ... CB is a great biking town and one of the places where mountain biking as we know it evolved. 4h 30m, Very snowy and muddy on the climb from schofield pass; Needs a bit more to dry out. 2h 22m, The climb on 317 is not fun with car traffic and dust. 15.1mi Technical terrain with no alternate lines. Status: Good to Go! — Damn brutal, wasn't in great shape to enjoy the whole thing. 214 trails with 822 photos 825.49 m Up Start the long climb up on Gothic Rd for ~4.5 miles towards Schofield Pass. However, the stunning amount of ridiculously scenic singletrack in Crested Butte (CB) … 0h 53m, Hard Climb I considered it a must for this trip! 401 Trail. We came across a lot of wildlife and babies during the early summer. Lots of cow-crap and one downed tree. Detailed Description: Advanced Mountain Biking Trails 1. You’ll pass through fields of wildflowers, aspen groves and also be challenged with narrow trails that hug the hillside. It’s been in all the mags, has been plenty of Facebook banners, and is probably the most Instagrammed trail in Colorado. 14.4mi, Great loop!! ... stout doubletrack up to almost 11,000 feet and be rewarded with a flowy, and at times technical, descent. 14.1mi The trail offers a number of activity options. Stunning!! There are many reasons Crested Butte is famous for its single track and the 401 trail tops that list with its endless views of Colorado's spectacular Maroon Bells and Elk Range and its fast and flowy downhill that winds you through majestic backdrops, fields of wildflowers, shoulder high … Beginner/Intermediate ● The Lupine trail … 797' Up 401 Trail via Gothic Road - Trail - user reviews : 4.5 out of 5 - 43 reviews - MTBR.com. Lives up to the hype, No snow, beautiful trail!! 51 reviews. Shortcut due to weather. Trail 401 is a bit longer in distance than Teocalli Ridge, but the elevation gain is about the same. 516.08 m Down, 36.6 mi — spectacular. 1h 46m. Being a jerk / offensive? A good flowing trail network will have most trails flowing in a single direction according to their intension. — North of Crested Butte and Gothic Townsite, the Trail 401 is one of the premier singletracks in the US. At the top of Schofield Pass, the famed singletrack of the 401 Trail veers right starting with a tough and consistent climb for 1.3 miles through dense trees. Chasing Epic offers all-inclusive, multi-day guided mountain bike vacations so you can explore all the CB classics. — 1,702' Up Riding One of the Nation’s Best Mountain Bike Trails: Trail 401 in Crested Butte, CO By Greg Heil October 11, 2011 Trail 401 is one of the most renowned mountain bike trails in the nation and for good reason: it has all of the qualities that you could ever want in a classic singletrack ride: — 14.1mi. Trailforks scans ridelogs to determine the last time a trail was ridden. Your FREE account works with all Adventure Projects sites. 2522.37 m Up heavy ruts compromised the downhill. 3h 51m, Great ride! Their trips include lodging, meals, high-end bikes, guides and much more. 7mi, Snow drift, avalanche, and down trees impede movement on this trail. 13.7mi, Couldn’t get thru completely as the snow melt washed out some areas plus I was beat by the elevation gain. • Absolutely perfect weather and trail conditions. 14mi — Hundreds of miles of trails link together to create an endless day of mountain bike touring from Gothic to Mt. — 242.66 m Down, 16.9 mi The intended direction a trail should be ridden. Snow & icy-ruts from Schofield/singletrack all the way to the top, and deeper snow as you get out of the trees. Incredible singletrack, best views ever. Had to wash cow poo off bikes... Mountain Biking Trail 401. 401 Trail If you love mountain biking, the 401 Trail of Crested Butte should be in your bucket list. 8.7mi The loop provides endless views of Colorado's breathtaking Elk range, winding its way around alpine lakes, through aspen groves, while immersing riders in shoulder high skunk cabbage. Tons of brake bumps/washboard in spots of the descent though. Crested Butte Mountain Biking: Trail Rider Trail #401: Information & Conditions: Trail Rider Trail #401. — — Probably not the best time to ride the 401. • Though not technical, the climbs were hard especially since they were muddy. • 1h 33m, Insanely cool trail; Tommy's calf cramped 13.4mi • NOT OKAY! Very much a frustrating Hike & Bike. 1h 42m, Challenging fire road climb, much cooler high alpine ride, some dangerous sharp turns near top, beautiful views, tons of green foliage and wildflow… CLOSED to Motorized use: 10/1 thru 6/15 every single dang ol’ year! 10/28/20: Snow. — 518.9 m Up — The downhill was not worth the the climb, way too many vehicles on the way up till the 401 actually start. 1155.24 m Down. 243.03 m Up 2h 15m, Epic views! 1,693' Down Crested Butte, Colorado, US. This is about an injury or accident Dry and very rough ride down. Length 15.4 miElevation gain 3185 ftRoute type Loop Wow. Breathtaking views but meh riding. 13.7mi, Create Recommended Route or 14.1mi, Best day on the bike in my life so far. A quick hike-a-bike will place you in view of Emerald Lake with a short distance remaining until the famed 401 singletrack begins. — The 401 Trail is Crested Butte, Colorado’s, most popular mountain biking trail. 2h 00m, perfect weather with just enough clouds to keep us cool! First, I’ll go with the pinnacle of high alpine mountain bike rides and the most famous trail … • Once up top the views are gorgeous and the downhill was fun after it dried out! However, the stunning amount of ridiculously scenic singletrack in Crested Butte … Current Conditions: Closed for the season. — 796' Down What a beautiful and fun trail An Adventure Projects staff member will review this and take an appropriate action, but we generally don't reply. — Something else? Your complete guide to mountain biking in Crested Butte and the surrounding area. 14mi 7mi, Got dropped off halfway up the road. 3h 30m, 14mi • With world renowned trails such as 401 and Doctors Park, Crested Butte and Gunnison also has many, many more trails … The loop begins with an easy 5 mile climb up the Gothic road to Schofield Pass. 3h 00m, 13.7mi 11.7mi For good reason—it’s amazing. • Some call it the best trail in the US. Uneven terrain with small rocks or roots. — At the top there are spectacular views, to the east you can see the Maroon Bells. One of the best rides of my life. 2,265' Up So snowy and muddy! Crested Butte Mountain Bike, E-Bike, Hike, Trail Running, Horse, Dirtbike, ATV/ORV/OHV trails, Colorado. Crested Butte, Irwin to Gunnison, or even from the Town of Mt. 2h 10m, Biggest ride yet. earlier might be better. 5.7mi 26.6mi Forests, 8.1 mi Wildflowers are killer!! It’s been in all the mags, has been plenty of Facebook banners, and is probably the most Instagrammed trail in Colorado. 14mi July 8, 2020. Upper Loop/Upper Upper Loop. Spam? 2h 51m, lots of climbing! A great day with my hubby! Snowdrift still persistent, road closed ~ 1 mile or so from pass. • 2h 40m. There is currently no lift-accessed biking at CBMR, but bikers are free to use some of the CBMR trails at their own risk. — The approach begins at the ghost town of Gothic, and steep switchbacks and a grueling climb await riders at the trailhead. 2h 20m, Slog up gravel road rewarded by superb views and great DH. 58.9 km Since 1983 CBMBA has been creating, maintaining, advocating for, and putting mad love into 450+ miles of singletrack around Crested Butte. Yes, yes, EVERYBODY loves the 401 Trail. 12.6mi 3h 33m, Pretty dry. . Great views! — 2h 01m, Wow! 3h 00m, Most amazing views, ridiculous wildflowers, beautiful trail 14.1mi 14mi Turn right onto trail 401 to climb a little bit more on singletrack. 13.0 km — Pretty chill but long climb with maybe just a couple technical climbs thrown in towards the end. 2,709' Down Wildflowers smacking me in the face, hooting and hollering all the way down. 14.1mi Still has a lit of nice views. Always ranked as on of the top spots for mountain biking and having some of the most iconic trails in the United States and world, Crested Butte and Gunnison does not disappoint. • The Crested Butte Trail 401 Loop is not only a blast to mountain bike, the views are gorgeous and the descent is 2,360′ of singletrack bliss. Landscape can become distracting ;-) — 13.6mi I'll be back. Trail, USFS - Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison Nat. 3,799' Up It always comes up whenever I read an article about mountain biking in Crested Butte. I would say that the one ride i did on this trail was one of the best rides i've ever done. Updated 6/29/16. Crested Butte's Top 5 Mountain Bike Trails that Aren't the 401 by Laurel Runcie . CB) Not Recommended. Dirt road climb to top of pass, and single track becky clive to top of 401 and great descend into gothic valley. This ride ranks among the best of its style, and the among best in the area. . Not Recommended. Trail 401 is a 15.4 mile loop trail located near Crested Butte, Colorado that features a lake and is rated as moderate. 3h 30m, can bail out on road before second climb. Whether you like riding flowy alpine singletrack, technical desert rocks or pine forest plunges, we’ve got it all. Please consider joining or donating to the local trail association to support. First time. 5h 00m, 14mi Status: Not Recommended. 2h 20m. — Yes, yes, EVERYBODY loves the 401 Trail. — The 401 Trail is Crested Butte’s classic mountain biking trail. The 401 Trail is a legendary single track in Crested Butte, Colorado. 13.7mi, Very Photographic...Not worth the fire road climbing and more climbing at the end of the ride in wet conditions. 4h 00m, The views were magnificent and the downhills were fast and flowing! A quick hike-a-bike will place you in view of Emerald Lake with a short distance remaining until the famed 401 singletrack begins. Once the trail reaches treeline, the trail narrows to singletrack followed by technical sections. — 14.1mi, Majestic ride down the side of a mountain! Access new interactive trail maps with up-to-the-minute grooming details, get quick access to resort safety information and receive important resort notifications. 14mi, 51 minutes of chillin because pictures and hard to breathe and derailleur issue. But when you get there-it's a great single. Colorado highlight. The difference is that it’s split into two climbs on Trail 401. 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