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Hiking · Gunnison, CO

Upper Lower Loop

easyTrail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Gunnison, 3 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:09 pm.

78°

Smoky

Feels like 78°

Storm chance

16% tonight

Wind

10 mph SSW

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:16 am to 8:09 pm

Distance

1.5mi round trip

Elevation gain

158ft

High point

8,022ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Upper Lower Loop is a short, easy hiking trail located in Gunnison, Colorado. The trail spans 1.5 miles and sits at an elevation of 7,864 feet. It typically takes about one hour to complete. Parking is available at the trailhead. The route is accessible year-round. The trail surface is dirt. Dogs must be leashed. Bikes and horses are allowed on the trail. The trail is managed by the Town of Crested Butte and is located within Gunnison National Forest.

Trail profile

Gain

158 ft

Avg grade

2%

Steepest

2%

High point

8,022 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Waypoints

1Trailhead7,864 ft
2Viewpoint8,022 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Trail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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