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Glenwood Springs – Satank Bridge loop from Glenwood Springs

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Glenwood Springs – Satank Bridge loop from Glenwood Springs

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Glenwood Springs – Satank Bridge loop from Glenwood Springs

04:31

59.3km

810m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very 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 9, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 57.7 km for 55 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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353 m

Glenwood Springs

Highlight • Settlement

Downtown Glenwood Springs, Colorado, is a vibrant hub that boasts a mix of local shops, restaurants, and historic architecture. It is a great place to explore after a ride, hike, …

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18.4 km

Colorado Mountain College Parking Lot

Highlight • Parking

There are trails from the parking lot area located on the campus of Colorado Mountain College. While the college does welcome visitors, please abide by their rules, such as no dogs and no alcohol.

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22.3 km

Rio Grande Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Rio Grande Trail is a paved bike path which parallels the highway and Roaring Fork River here between Carbondale and Glenwood Springs. There are public restrooms off the trail …

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27.7 km

Satank Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Satank Bridge spans the Roaring Fork River and was constructed in a style to resemble the period of wagon bridges. On the bridge, you have a view up the Elk …

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30.6 km

Carbondale

Highlight • Settlement

Carbondale is a picturesque town located at the base of Mt. Sopris and confluence of the Crystal and Roaring Fork Rivers. National Geographic Adventure Magazine has ranked it as one …

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54.8 km

View of Roaring Fork River

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this pedestrian bridge, you can enjoy a view above the Roaring Fork River. Here is the connection between the Rio Grande Trail and the Atkinson Canal Trail. This is …

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58.0 km

Two Rivers Park

Highlight • Rest Area

This is a great place to park to access the bike path along the Colorado River through Glenwood Canyon. There are restrooms, river access, and shaded green space at the park.

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59.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

31.4 km

19.6 km

4.23 km

3.81 km

155 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

29.3 km

16.9 km

12.1 km

886 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,180 m)

Lowest point (1,750 m)

Weather

Today

Friday 22 May

16°C

3°C

16 %

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Glenwood Springs – Satank Bridge loop from Glenwood Springs

Glenwood Springs

Colorado Mountain College Parking Lot

Rio Grande Trail

Satank Bridge

Carbondale

View of Roaring Fork River

Two Rivers Park

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