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Half-Century Bike Route
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Mancos-Dolores Ranger District,
San Juan National Forest
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This ride passes through Mancos on a narrow paved road with very little traffic and beautiful ranches and rolling meadows on both sides. |
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Harvey Gap State Park
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Harvey Gap State Park,
Colorado State Parks
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This rustic state operated reservoir lies north of Interstate 70 between New Castle and Rifle. |
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Horseshoe Park/Estes Park Loop
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Rocky Mountain National Park
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This 16-mile loop east of Estes Park connects Highways 34 and 36 through Horseshoe Park and Upper Beaver Meadows. It offers scenic views and wildlife viewing. |
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Independence Pass
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Aspen Ranger District,
White River National Forest
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This mountain-pass road is one of the best ways to see some amazing scenery out of your car window. It crosses the Continental Divide at Independence Pass (elevation 12,095 feet.) |
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Maroon Creek Road
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Aspen Ranger District,
White River National Forest
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Maroon Creek Road leads to Maroon Lake and the Maroon Bells, the most photographed mountains in the country. This route is good for taking an all day trip with a picnic stop. |
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McPhee/House Creek Bike Route
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Mancos-Dolores Ranger District,
San Juan National Forest
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This mountain bike route follows paved and gravel roads with views of House Creek drainage. |
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Mix Lake Campground
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Conejos Peak Ranger District,
Rio Grande National Forest
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Mix Lake Campground is located one mile west of Platoro in the Conejos River drainage. Many bodies of water provide fishing and there is access to the South San Juan Wilderness nearby. |
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Railroad Loop Bike Route
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Mancos-Dolores Ranger District,
San Juan National Forest
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This route can be ridden as a 13.3 mile loop using U.S. 160 and a dirt road that follows an old railroad grade, or as an easy 7.7 mile ride. Good parking places available at both ends. |
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Rio Grande Trail Aspen to Woody Creek
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Aspen Ranger District,
White River National Forest
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The Aspen to Woody Creek section of The Rio Grande Trail is an easy, 8.4 mile multi-use trail. The Rio Grand Trail is over 40 miles long and runs from Aspen to Glenwood Springs. |
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Rio Grande Trail Basalt to Carbondale
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Sopris Ranger District,
White River National Forest
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The Basalt to Carbondale section of the Rio Grande Trail is an easy, 15 mile multi-use trail. The Rio Grand Trail is over 40 miles long and runs from Aspen to Glenwood Springs. |
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Rio Grande Trail Carbondale to Glenwood Springs
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Sopris Ranger District,
Carbondale Area
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The Carbondale to Glenwood Springs section of the Rio Grande Trail is an easy 12.2 miles. The Rio Grand Trail is over 40 miles long and runs from Aspen to Glenwood Springs. |
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Rio Grande Trail Woody Creek to Basalt
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Aspen Ranger District,
White River National Forest
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The Woody Creek to Basalt section of the Rio Grande Trail is an easy 10.6 miles. The Rio Grand Trail is over 40 miles long and runs from Aspen to Glenwood Springs. |
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Stoner Mesa Trail Bike Route
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Mancos-Dolores Ranger District,
San Juan National Forest
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The trail is located near Twin Springs Reservoir at a point in the road where it curves sharply back to the north. |
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Sunshine Campground
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Norwood Ranger District,
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
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The Sunshine Campground is located southwest of Telluride along Highway 145. It lies at an elevation of 9,500 feet. |
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Taylor River Road
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Taylor River Ranger District,
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
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The Taylor River Road is a paved, narrow, winding road, that follows the Taylor River through Taylor Canyon. Traffic is usually very heavy in the summer months. |
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Top of the Rockies Scenic Byway
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Leadville Ranger District,
Pike and San Isabel National Forests
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The Top of the Rockies Scenic and Historic Byway was designated in September, 1993. From this byway recreational opportunities are plentiful. |
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Trail Ridge Road
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Rocky Mountain National Park
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Spectacular views can be expected from the highest (12,183 ft) continuous paved highway in the Unites States. This is a demanding intermediate to advanced level ride. |
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Transfer Park/Windy Gap Bike Route
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Mancos-Dolores Ranger District,
San Juan National Forest
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Spectacular views are provided near the campground entrance, so bring your camera. The aspens gradually fade and the forest is dominated by stands of spruce and fir as the route climbs 2000 feet over the first eight miles. |
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Ute Mountain Ute Tribal Park Bike Route
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Mancos-Dolores Ranger District,
San Juan National Forest
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This remote mountain bike ride that combines a spectacular river valley with opportunities to experience Pueblan archaeology and view wildlife. There is a permit fees and you will be accompanied by a Guide from the Ute Mountain Tribe. |
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Vail Pass Trail
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Holy Cross Ranger District,
White River National Forest
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The Vail Pass Trail is a paved recreation trail. It runs from Vail, over Vail Pass to Copper Mountain, where it links to the Tenmile Trail. |
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