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Grotto Cascades loop from Benedict Pit

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Grotto Cascades loop from Benedict Pit

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Grotto Cascades loop from Benedict Pit

01:44

24.4km

470m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: April 20, 2026

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891 m

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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1.78 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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12.6 km

Grotto Cascades

Highlight • Waterfall

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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24.4 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.7 km

3.95 km

591 m

182 m

Surfaces

19.4 km

3.62 km

1.09 km

338 m

Elevation

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Saturday 16 May

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North Star Nature Preserve (South Gate)

North Star Nature Preserve (South Gate)

Grotto Cascades

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