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Rio Grande Trail – Independence Pass loop from Snowmass Village

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Rio Grande Trail – Independence Pass loop from Snowmass Village

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Rio Grande Trail – Independence Pass loop from Snowmass Village

07:47

108km

1,890m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

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16.8 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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21.7 km

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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26.3 km

North Star Nature Preserve (South Gate)

Highlight • Natural

The North Star Nature Preserve is an access point to the Roaring Fork River. There is kayaking access, access to the East of Aspen Trail, and parking at this south …

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32.1 km

Tagert Lake

Highlight • Lake

This is a nice break point off of CO 82 where you can enjoy this beautiful lake surrounded by stunning Aspen trees. This place is absolutely stunning in fall when the leaves begin to change colors.

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38.3 km

The Grotto Cascades are a section of the Roaring Fork River where the water flows over a series of small, drop-like ledges or rock shelves. The water flows the highest in late spring and early summer months.

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55.4 km

Independence Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Independence Pass sits at an elevation of 12,095 feet and connects the towns of Aspen & Twin Lakes. This is a popular bike route, however there can be heavy traffic on summer weekends, so weekday rides are ideal.

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59.0 km

Independence Pass Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

At over 12,000 feet of elevation, Independence Pass is the second-highest pass of a paved road in Colorado. This point offers a nice break with a viewpoint of the pass and the surrounding mountains right off CO 82.

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106 km

Snowmass Village

Highlight • Settlement

Snowmass Village is best known for its world-class ski resort. However, after the snow melts, it offers 40 miles of hiking and biking trails, along with boutiques and restaurants. Additionally, …

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108 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

51.9 km

38.2 km

12.7 km

4.22 km

967 m

602 m

Surfaces

78.5 km

16.1 km

9.71 km

3.65 km

548 m

Elevation

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Highest point (3,690 m)

Lowest point (2,240 m)

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Rio Grande Trail – Independence Pass loop from Snowmass Village

Rio Grande Trail

Abstract Sculpture in Downtown Aspen

North Star Nature Preserve (South Gate)

Tagert Lake

Grotto Cascades

Independence Pass

Independence Pass Viewpoint

Snowmass Village

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