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East River Trail access

The East River Trail access point is located 1. 8 miles south of Crested Butte on Forest Service Road 738 (Brush Creek Road) and provides a 4. 4-mile round-trip trail open to hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding from March through October.

This easy, relatively flat trail follows the East River with scenic valley views and wildflower displays, making it accessible for families and anglers seeking to reach the East River and Brush Creek.

Note that no restrooms or potable water are available at the trailhead.


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