Crystal River Road

4.5/5 (49 reviews)
Located just east of the quaint town of Marble, Crystal River Road is a time capsule of long-lost mining history leading to Colorado's most photographed historic site. Winding down a narrow shelf road along the scenic Crystal River, adventurers will be rewarded with views of steep canyon walls, casc... Read More
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Highlights of Crystal River Road

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Highest Elevation
9215 ft
Shape of Trail
Straight Through
Typically Open
5/21 - 11/22
Best Direction
East
Official Trail Name
314
Nearest Town
Marble
Nearest Services
Carbondale
Management Agency
White River National Forest
District
Aspen-Sopris Ranger District

Overview

Located just east of the quaint town of Marble, Crystal River Road is a time capsule of long-lost mining history leading to Colorado's most photographed historic site. Winding down a narrow shelf road along the scenic Crystal River, adventurers will be rewarded with views of steep canyon walls, cascading waterfalls, and towering peaks as they journey down the trail once blazed by silver miners and mule-led Jack Trains. The ultimate destination along this trail is the historic Crystal Mill, a beautifully preserved wooden powerhouse perched dramatically above the rushing waters of the Crystal River. Built in 1892, this privately owned structure has been an iconic attraction that beautifully captures a moment frozen in time and has been framed and immortalized in offices and homes nationwide.

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38 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
49 Community Reviews
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