HCCA Calendar
Whether you live in the valley or are just visiting, HCCA has an event for you! From summer hikes to winter backcountry film screenings, and volunteer stewardship opportunities, there are plenty of ways to get involved. Our events bring the community together to celebrate public lands, waters, and wildlife—while also raising awareness about current threats, proposed projects, and responsible use of our valley's most beloved lands. Stay informed and take action! Join HCCA at one of our upcoming events!
Upcoming Events
5 days to the eventAug 19, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PMCrested Butte Visitors Center, 601 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO 81224, USAIn the renowned Maroon Bells Wilderness Area, Hasley Basin overlook, at 12,100 ft., presents high-elevation views that are second to none. The climb is well worth it. Group size is limited to 10 in this wilderness area.
12 days to the eventAug 26, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PMCrested Butte Visitors Center, 601 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO 81224, USAOur hike founder, Don Baker, loved to hike Oh-Be-Joyful at the end of each season. We keep with tradition and hike up this beautiful valley in the Raggeds Wilderness (that HCCA helped designate) to a lovely lunch spot with spectacular views. A perfect end to our 34th season of HCCA Hikes!
15 days to the eventAug 29, 2026, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PMTommy V Baseball Field, 910 Ninth St, Crested Butte, CO 81224, USAJoin HCCA and the Town of Crested Butte for a volunteer restoration workday on Town Ranch in Crested Butte on Saturday, August 29 from 8:30 AM to 2 PM. Volunteers will work to restore critical wetlands along the Slate River to build a healthier, more resilient watershed.
29 days to the eventSep 12, 2026, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PMTenth Street & Butte Avenue, Slate River on the Crested Butte Rec PathJoin HCCA and CBLT for a volunteer workday on the Robinson parcel, conserved by CBLT in 1998, on Saturday, September 12 from 8:30 AM to 2 PM. Volunteers will work implement the final phase of installing a new irrigation system to support the property's long-term stewardship for open space.
Past Events
HCCA Hike: Trail 403Wed, Aug 12Crested Butte Visitors Center
49th Annual Meeting & PotluckSun, Aug 09The Crested Butte Depot
HCCA Hike: Rosebud GulchWed, Aug 05Crested Butte Visitors Center
HCCA Hike: Mill CreekWed, Jul 29Crested Butte Visitors Center
HCCA Hike: Lost Lake LoopWed, Jul 22Crested Butte Visitors Center
HCCA Hike: Red MountainWed, Jul 15Crested Butte Visitors Center
HCCA Hike: Poverty GulchWed, Jul 08Crested Butte Visitors Center
HCCA Hike: Walrod GulchWed, Jul 01Crested Butte Visitors Center
HCCA Hike: Snodgrass PreserveWed, Jun 24Crested Butte Visitors Center
HCCA Happy HourThu, Jun 11The Eldo Brewery
Annual City of Gunnison Cheatgrass Pull DaySat, May 30Legion Park
Beat the Cheat on Signal Peak!Sat, May 16I Bar Ranch
A Night of Conservation Storytelling: Common Waters & Our Lands, Our Future: The GORP ActWed, Apr 08UC Theater at Western
21st Annual Backcountry Film Festival – Western Colorado UniversityThu, Jan 15UC Theater at Western
21st Annual Backcountry Film Festival – The Majestic TheaterFri, Dec 12Crested Butte
48th Annual MeetingSun, Nov 16Crested Butte
HCCA Happy HourTue, Nov 11Crested Butte
HCCA Hike: Oh-Be-JoyfulWed, Aug 27Crested Butte Visitors Center
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