Near Lower Westside
Looking down at resort on hike up.
Near Lower Westside
"Thumbs up" to the summit of Mt. Crested Butte.

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Lower Westside

4.0 (2 Ratings)
The lower extension of Westside trail.
1.3
mi
Distance
18
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Fall ColorsViewsWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.33mi
Distance
18ft
Elevation Gain
382ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
9,736ft
High Point
9,369ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This fairly easy lower half of Westside is a cross country trail so it allows both uphill and downhill traffic. It makes for a nice, scenic climb from the base area and to gain access to the upper parts of Westside. If planning to take this trail uphill, look for a sign and singletrack just to the right of the Silver Queen lift. The trail gently winds its way up the side of the grassy hillside near the Westside ski lift.

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Contributors
Mikhaila Redovian