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Start of the Colorado Trail loop from Sterling Ranch

Start of the Colorado Trail loop from Sterling Ranch

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4.7

(4497)

15,779

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Start of the Colorado Trail loop from Sterling Ranch

02:11

31.0km

140m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. 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: May 12, 2026

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Chatfield State Park

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Start point

Parking

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1

11.2 km

Geese on the Ponds, Chatfield State Park

Highlight • Lake

Stay on the trails, carry a spare tube, patches and pump, “goat heads” live in the area.

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2

13.2 km

Waterton Canyon view from Platte Canyon Reservoir

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There are great views of Waterton Canyon off in the distance while running along the banks of Platte Canyon Reservoir on the High Line Canal Trail. You can connect to …

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15.2 km

Start of the Colorado Trail

Highlight • Trail

Heading from north to south, you can start the Colorado Trail here at the edge of Denver at Waterton Canyon.

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4

15.5 km

Waterton Canyon Recreation Area – Colorado Trail Trailhead

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This is the trail head for segment 1 of the Colorado Trail. There is a vault toilet and parking at the trail head.

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31.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.8 km

3.16 km

1.45 km

1.11 km

761 m

691 m

Surfaces

15.2 km

13.1 km

2.06 km

525 m

< 100 m

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Tuesday 19 May

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2°C

65 %

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