Colorado · Hiking · West Elk Wilderness

Braun Bypass

2.0 mi
round trip
301 ft
climb
9,562 ft
high point
Out and back
route
Jun–Aug
best months

Is Braun Bypass open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests. It doesn't name Braun Bypass, so check the source for the area it covers (2 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Braun Bypass is an easy out-and-back hike of about 2 miles in the West Elk Wilderness, part of the Gunnison Ranger District of the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests in Colorado. The trail rises from a low point of about 9,250 feet to a high of about 9,560 feet, a climb of about 300 feet one way. The route is on natural surface and is open to horses. Bikes are not allowed. Summer is the most comfortable time to go. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Crested Butte show July highs around 76°F with lows near 40°F, and the trail is open from July 1 to September 30. West Elk Peak lies about 0.7 miles away, and the Railroad Ski cross-country ski area is about 0.4 miles off. Kebler Pass Camping Area and Splains Gulch Camping Area are both about 4 miles away.