Taylor River – Cottonwood Pass loop from Almont

Taylor River – Cottonwood Pass loop from Almont

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Taylor River – Cottonwood Pass loop from Almont

06:14

121km

1,720m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 2, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Gunnison National Forest

San Isabel National Forest

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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229 m

Taylor River and East River Confluence

Highlight • River

Here, the Taylor River and East River flow into the Gunnison River. There are two bridges you pass in the town of Almont.

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7.81 km

Taylor River

Highlight • River

Here you cross a bridge spanning over the Taylor River. The river starts between Star Peak and Crystal Peak in the Elk Mountains and flowers southeast. During summer months, the …

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49.4 km

Cottonwood Pass Road

Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass

Cottonwood Pass Road is a breathtaking route leading to and from Cottonwood Pass. This road is a favorite among cyclists, and it's open from May to October. It's renowned for …

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60.7 km

Cottonwood Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Cottonwood Pass is the high point along the road between Buena Vista and Taylor Park Reservoir. This point on the road is well above treeline and is along the Colorado …

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82.8 km

Taylor Park Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The Taylor Reservoir and Taylor River help make up the Taylor Canyon and Park recreation areas. This is an awesome spot for a load of outdoor activities, and this section …

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88.7 km

Taylor River Road is a picturesque route tracing Taylor River. This journey will treat you to mountain vistas, captivating rock formations, and towering pine trees. Meandering southeast, the river winds …

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121 km

Almont

Highlight • Settlement

Nestled between the waters of the Taylor and East Rivers, Almont is a piece of small-town Colorado history. Originally named Fishers, it later adopted the name Almont, after a famous …

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121 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

121 km

436 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

84.5 km

36.6 km