Start Location: 211 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO End Location: 218 N Main Street, Gunnison, CO Join us for our second annual gravel bike ride connecting the communities of the Gunnison Valley while supporting the trail systems we all love. This scenic ride starts at our Bluebird office in the Town of Crested Butte, crosses Ohio Pass, and finishes at our Bluebird office in the City of Gunnison. Ride Route 37-mile gravel route with 1,286’ of elevation gain Rest stop with refreshments at Swampy Pass Trailhead Show your support for local trails by becoming a member or making a donation to Gunnison Trails and/or the Crested Butte Mountain Bike Association. Become a Sponsor! Click to learn more! This is a nonprofit charity ride benefiting our trails systems in the Gunnison valley and the Bluebird Charitable Fund. What is included in your registration? Your $56 Ride Day registration gets you everything you need for a fun, supported day on the bike. You’ll start the ride with coffee and donut
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Bird to Bird – Gravel Bike Ride 2026 — Crested Butte, CO
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 26.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Crested Butte, CO.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
