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Rio Grande Trail – Rio Grande Trail loop from Aspen

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Rio Grande Trail – Rio Grande Trail loop from Aspen

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Rio Grande Trail – Rio Grande Trail loop from Aspen

01:45

21.9km

370m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 17, 2026

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841 m

Abstract Sculpture in Downtown Aspen

Highlight • Monument

Aspen, Colorado, the world-famous ski resort town, is a great place to kick off or end your ride by exploring the historic downtown area. Cruise through the streets with Victorian …

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2.85 km

Rio Grande Trail

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4.51 km

Rio Grande Trail from Henry Stein Park

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4.68 km

Rio Grande Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This section of the Rio Grande Trail is on a beautiful mountainside trail. At this point the view opens up between the mountains to give you a great view of the wilderness surrounding Aspen.

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9.54 km

Roaring Fork River along the Rio Grande Trail

Highlight (Segment) • River

The Rio Grande Trail navigates along the Roaring Fork River with sections of shade, mountain views, and a host of places to stop and swim in the river.

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10.5 km

Sunnyside Trail Trailhead

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Here, Sunnyside Trail branches off the Rio Grande Trail and continues up towards Red Mountain. Sunnyside Trail is a popular trail in the area for hikers and runners, so expect …

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21.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.24 km

5.82 km

4.11 km

2.88 km

2.85 km

Surfaces

11.2 km

6.92 km

3.80 km

Elevation

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Highest point (2,580 m)

Lowest point (2,320 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

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Rio Grande Trail – Rio Grande Trail loop from Aspen

Abstract Sculpture in Downtown Aspen

Rio Grande Trail

Rio Grande Trail from Henry Stein Park

Rio Grande Trail

Roaring Fork River along the Rio Grande Trail

Sunnyside Trail Trailhead

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