East Beckwith Aspens
EAST BECKWITH ASPENS
Near Crested Butte, CO
Images and location summary by Tim Wier
Trail Difficulty - EASY
I would rate the difficulty of this trail as a 1.5 on a scale of 1-5 (with 5 being most difficult). This shot's location is right off the Kebler Pass dirt road.
GPS Coordinates & Elevation
8,875 Ft. Elevation
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Directions
Directions to get driving directions to East Beckwith Mountain
From Crested Bute - travel west on CO RD 12 (Kebler Pass) for about 11 miles. You will have a view of East Beckwith Mountain on your left.
This shot was taken from the road. However, you can walk around and find the composition you like best.
Photography Tips
This is a beautiful scene in the fall when the colors are at their peak. However, it usually needs something to make it stand out. Shooting this location at sunrise, later afternoon, sunset, or when there is dramatic weather helps.
EXIF Data
Focal Length – 55 mm
Exposure – 125th sec @ f 8.0
ISO – 100
Date – Sept 23rd
Time – 5:19 am
Best Time of Day to Shoot
During the fall, this location can be photographed at sunrise, late afternoon, sunset or when there is dramatic weather.
Best Time of Year
This location provides a great scene to photograph any time of year. However, it is at its best during the peak of the fall color season (last week in Sept to the first week in Oct).
The above image was taken on Sept 23rd.
Lens(es) Needed
This scene provides for many compositions. You can use everything from a 24mm to a 200mm lens.
The above image was taken @ 55mm.
Birds-Eye View
Permits
There are no permits required to drive the Kebler Pass.
Direction of the Shot
The direction of the shot is southwest, at around 250°.
Equipment Needed
No need for special photography equipment - other than a tripod and potentially a polarizer unless you plan on doing a panoramic shot.
Number of Other Photographers to Expect
The Kebler Pass is a popular road/place for fall colors for photographers and tourists. However, there are plenty of places to stand and photograph around this area.
Weather
The weather in Colorado is normally mild in the summer and cold (lows in the 20s) in the spring and fall. This location is almost 10,000 ft. elevation – so the temperatures are colder than most locations around this area.
Cell Service
I use Verizon, and there is no cell service on the Kebler Pass.
Lodging & Camping
The closest town is Crested Butte – about 11 miles away and has plenty of lodging. Keep in mind that Crested Butte is one of Colorado's most beautiful and desirable locations and fills up quickly during the tourist season.
Camping - click on the campground below for directions
Lodging - click on the lodging below for a TripAdvisor review
Lodge at Mountaineer Square
620 Gothic Road, Crested Butte, CO
Grand Lodge Crested Butte
6 Emmons Loop, Crested Butte, CO
Nearby Restaurants
As mentioned, the closest town is Crested Butte, home to plenty of very good eating and drinking establishments. It is a GREAT little town and one of my favorite places in all of Colorado. When in Crested Butte, make sure you stop by McGills or Butte Bagels for breakfast. They will both be busy but worth the wait. The secret for Butte Bagels is to call in your order and pick it up in the back.
For a nice Italian dinner, eat at Marchitelli's and for a great steak, try Elk Ave Prime (make sure you make a reservation for both).
Area Guides and Workshops
None