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Home / Mountain Bike Trails / United States / Colorado / Crested Butte / Crystal Peak

Crystal Peak

A scenic view of a mountainous landscape featuring multiple peaks under a clear blue sky. The foreground has rocky terrain with patches of vegetation, while the background showcases steep, rugged mountains with a small cloud perched on the peak of one mountain. Lush green forests are visible in the valleys between the mountains. Crystal Peak mountain bike trail.
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Level: Intermediate
Length: 3 mi (4.8 km)
Surface: Singletrack
Configuration: Lariat
Elevation: +1,128/ -1,127 ft
Total: 5 riders
 

Mountain Biking Crystal Peak

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#628 of 1,395 mountain bike trails in Colorado
#6,639 in the world

The Crystal Peak Trail climbs up the flanks of Crystal Peak and connects to other trails such as Brush Creek and Hunter Creek.

This is a brutally steep climb that is hike-a-bike for most of its length, eventually topping out at the breathtaking beautiful Star Pass at over 12,300 feet.

First added by Greg Heil on Jul 24, 2014. Last updated Apr 28, 2020. → add an update
Before you go
  • Drinking water: unknown
  • Lift service: unknown
  • Night riding: yes
  • Pump track: unknown
  • Restrooms: unknown
  • Fat bike grooming: unknown
  • E-bikes allowed: unknown
  • Fee required: unknown
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Cement Creek Road


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Four people are standing on a hillside overlooking a mountain landscape with blue skies and scattered clouds. A dirt path winds through the foreground, and a yellow motorcycle is visible on the left side of the image. The scene captures a vibrant natural environment, with rolling hills and a dense forest below. The distant mountains rise dramatically in the background, creating a picturesque outdoor setting. Crystal Peak mountain bike trail.
A panoramic view of a mountainous landscape featuring rolling hills covered in green grass and dense coniferous forests. In the background, towering peaks rise under a clear blue sky, with a few small figures visible in the distance, indicating a hiking or outdoor activity. Crystal Peak mountain bike trail.
A scenic view of a mountainous landscape under a clear blue sky, featuring rolling hills covered with green vegetation and a valley filled with trees in the distance. The foreground showcases rocky terrain with sparse vegetation. Crystal Peak mountain bike trail.
A mountainous landscape featuring a prominent peak under a clear blue sky. The sun is shining brightly, casting rays over the rugged terrain, which displays a mixture of rocky slopes and patches of green vegetation. There are distant hills and clouds visible in the background, creating a serene outdoor scene. Crystal Peak mountain bike trail.
A panoramic view of a mountainous landscape featuring rolling hills, dense evergreen forests, and a clear blue sky with a few clouds. A person is seen hiking on a trail in the foreground, while a valley stretches out below, flanked by mountains in the distance. The scene captures the beauty of nature and the tranquility of the outdoors. Crystal Peak mountain bike trail.
A scenic view of rolling mountains under a clear blue sky, with patches of green grass and sparse vegetation on the slopes. The sunlight casts a warm glow over the landscape, highlighting the natural contours and textures of the terrain. A few clouds can be seen in the sky, adding to the serene atmosphere of the mountainous scene. Crystal Peak mountain bike trail.
A scenic mountain landscape featuring a rugged peak on the left, surrounded by green hills and rocky terrain under a clear blue sky. The foreground shows a mixture of grassy and sandy ground with patches of vegetation. Crystal Peak mountain bike trail.


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  • Greg Heil   ✓ supporter
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    The climb up Crystal Peak is brutal, but the epic views at the top and the great descent options from that point make it all worth-while!

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