- The trail is approximately 10.2 miles one way with a total elevation gain of 2,357 feet.
- The average hike time is 6 hours, but the duration heavily depends on fitness and conditions.
- The trail ascends West Maroon Pass, which has an elevation of ~12,500 feet.
Lodge Destinations
Guided Adventures
The Aspen to Crested Butte Hike
Hiking from Aspen to Crested Butte is a rite of passage for any avid hiker—and for good reason. This 10-mile trail through the Elk Mountains winds from the famed Maroon Bells, across alpine meadows and creeks, past wildflower-filled basins, and over West Maroon Pass, before descending into the colorful town of Crested Butte. Best hiked from late June to late September, this unforgettable route showcases Colorado’s high country at its finest.
Your Post-Hike Stay, Elevated
Once the final mile of trail is behind you, the real reward begins. Eleven offers a trio of distinct ways to relax, recharge, and reflect in the Crested Butte area. Whether you’re soaking in the rooftop hot tub at Scarp Ridge Lodge, riverside at Taylor River Lodge, or settling into the historic charm of Sopris House, each stay is designed to restore you in style. With thoughtful details, private adventures, and chef-crafted meals waiting on the other side, this is more than just a post-hike stay—it’s the Eleven way to end a legendary journey.
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Scarp Ridge Lodge exterior
Sauna at Scarp Ridge Lodge
Sopris House exterior
Sopris House interior
Main lodge at Taylor River Lodge
Cabins at Taylor River Lodge
The bathhouse at Taylor River Lodge
About Crested Butte
A Mountain Town with Big Personality
Tucked into a high-alpine valley, Crested Butte is equal parts laid-back mountain town and serious adventure hub. From colorful storefronts to wildflower-strewn singletrack, it’s a place that feels both remote and alive. At Scarp Ridge Lodge and Sopris House, Eleven guests tap into the best of it—bike rolling meadows, fly fish tucked-away rivers, or climb granite walls in Taylor Canyon. Whatever your pace, Crested Butte delivers the good kind of tired.
Trip Details
About the Hike
Trailhead Shuttles
If you are hiking from Aspen to Crested Butte, Dolly’s Mountain Shuttle and Alpine Express can take you from the West Maroon Trailhead to our Lodges' front door. Due to permitting restrictions, booking as early as possible is key as Eleven cannot provide this service. All trailhead shuttles must be booked directly by the guest with the shuttle company.
