How much is your time worth? This 40 page guide saves you 10+ hours of research and puts it all in one downloadable place to take with you on the trail. It includes everything you need to plan, prepare, and navigate your trip with confidence. It is the ultimate guide to the Four Pass Loop in the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness.
Take it from someone who has done this loop twice.
What's Inside:
2-, 3-, and 4-Day itineraries for both Aspen and Crested Butte starts
2-day and day trip itinerary+ logistics for hiking from Aspen to Crested Butte and back
Pre-Trip Checklist
Four Pass Loop Overview, including: best times to go, recommended hiking time, highlights, challenges, and more
Expert guidance on which direction to hike
Permit & Regulation Breakdown — costs, timelines, important regulations, how-tos, and links
Detailed Camp Zone Maps (4) & Recommendations with a step-by-step guide to reserving them
Guidance on where to stay the night before you start hiking
Shuttle and parking permit breakdown, including costs, links, and pro tips
Mileage, Elevation Gain/Loss, & Hiking Times per day
Daily elevation profile graphs
Gear Checklist
Offline Navigation Setup Instructions (free version and paid)
Offline maps to save and download
Safety tips & Leave No Trace Reminders
Downloadable PDF for your hike
Why You’ll Love It:
Saves hours of planning and research
Helps you avoid permit mistakes and camping fines
Shows realistic itineraries with verified data and navigation tools
Designed by outdoor professionals who’ve hiked it — not a generic travel blog

