Ditch Road
An easy, gentle, and short showshoe adventure along the east side of Mt. Crested Butte. Views may be reminicent of the beautiful valleys of the old West.
Pick up this trail at the Brush Creek TH off Brush Creek Rd. Walking north along the west side of the valley, skirt the bottom of Mt. Crested Butte for nearly 2 miles. Enjoy the views of the picturesque valley while passing through an aspen grove and mixed conifer forest. Look for views of Teocalli Mountain in the distance.
- Suitable Activities: Biking, Hiking, Snowshoeing
- Snowshoeing Category: Basic
- Seasons: Year-round
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Avalanche Terrain Rating Challenging View avalanche forecast.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Length: 3.5 mi
- Elevation Gain: 250 ft
- 9,097 ft
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Land Manager:
U.S. Forest Service
Gunnison Ranger District (GMUG)
- Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
- Recommended Party Size: 12
- Maximum Party Size: 12
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
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