Mud Season” or “Shoulder Season” in the mountains?

What is Mud Season?

Mud season typically falls between the end of the winter ski season and the beginning of the summer tourism boom. In most Colorado towns sitting below 9,000 feet in elevation, this happens between April and early June. As the snow melts, the landscape transforms into—you guessed it—a muddy mess. Trails become slick, roads can be rutted, and you’ll want to swap your snow boots for rubber ones.