Crystal Peak Trail #583

The Crystal Peak Trail #583 begins at Cement Creek Road, FSR #740 and ends at its intersection with the Brush Creek Trail #400. This trail is mostly above treeline and climbs approximately 1,000 vertical feet in the just 2 miles. At almost 3 miles it intersects with the Mt. Tilton Spur Trail #582.1A which connects the Crystal Peak Trail to the Mt. Tilton Trial #852. After this intersection, the Crystal Peak Trail is also open to Motorcycles. The alpine views are specular making it worth the climb.

General Information

Mid-June - October

Open to Hiking, Horseback, Mountain Bike, and Motorcycle from the Mt. Tilton Sour Trail intersection to the Brush Creek Trail.

Getting There

Elevation

12,077

Directions

Cement Creek Road Access:

From Crested Butte, travel south on Highway 135 for approximately 7 miles to Cement Creek Road, CR #740. Follow Cement Creek Road for approximately 2.25 miles to the trail access point.