Vail – Vail Pass loop from Copper Mountain

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Vail – Vail Pass loop from Copper Mountain

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Vail – Vail Pass loop from Copper Mountain

08:43

129km

1,880m

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: September 10, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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White River National Forest

San Isabel National Forest

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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302 m

Copper Mountain

Highlight • Settlement

Copper Mountain is mainly known for its skiing venue, but it also has all the mountain town activities that non-skiers love! You can enjoy some golfing, hiking, mountain biking, or …

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1.74 km

Copper Mountain is a ski resort and mountain located in Summit County. Copper is a self-contained resort with a small village housing restaurants, shops, and condominiums. During the summer season, the ski lifts provide access to hiking and biking trails.

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20.3 km

Fremont Pass Summit

Highlight • Mountain Pass

At 11,318 feet, Fremont Pass is the high point between Summit County and Leadville. The pass tops out at the entrance of the Climax Mine, which is the largest operating …

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51.3 km

Tennessee Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Tennessee Pass sits just off Highway 24 at an elevation of 10,424 feet and designates the separation of the Mosquito and Sawatch mountain ranges. Tennessee Pass is most known as …

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96.3 km

Vail

Highlight • Settlement

Although the town of Vail is best known for its world-famous ski resort, there is a lot more to this town than that. The town is surrounded by hiking and …

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96.7 km

Gore Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Gore Creek Trail, also known as Village Streamwalk, winds beautifully along Gore Creek through the mountain town of Vail. Take a sit and relax at the calmly flowing creek.

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119 km

Black Lake (Dam No. 1)

Highlight • Lake

There are actually a couple Black Lakes here just off the side of the paved bike path. A bit down the south side of the pass is the main parking area and facilities for Vail Pass.

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121 km

Vail Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

At 10,622 feet high, you can truly feel the altitude as you ride. The pass maintains a steady elevation, with mountains surrounding you along the way. There are plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the breathtaking views.

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