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Pikes Peak Greenway – Cottonwood Creek Trail loop from Switchbacks Training Stadium

Pikes Peak Greenway – Cottonwood Creek Trail loop from Switchbacks Training Stadium

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Pikes Peak Greenway – Cottonwood Creek Trail loop from Switchbacks Training Stadium

02:33

49.0km

290m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 2.75 km for 562 m

After 14.2 km for 70 m

After 34.6 km for 70 m

After 45.0 km for 104 m

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Start point

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2.76 km

Rock Island Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail is mostly paved and wide, with some mixed terrain along the way. It remains relatively flat, with minimal elevation changes. The out-and-back trail covers a distance of 13 miles, making it an excellent choice for half-marathon training.

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12.7 km

Shooks Run Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This well-maintained mixed-surface trail features a gradual incline along the way. The abundance of beautiful scenery adds to the peacefulness of your hike.

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14.2 km

Pikes Peak Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Pikes Peak Greenway is a 16‑mile multi-use corridor that follows Monument Creek. The trail is a mix of pavement and dirt and is not too challenging.

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15.7 km

View of Pikes Peak Range from Pikes Peak Greenway

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great view of the Pikes Peak range from the Pikes Peak Greenway.

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18.2 km

Pikeview Reservoir #1

Lake

21.1 km

Criterium Bike Shop and Crit Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

Great independent bike shop. They offer repair and fitting services on a first come first serve basis and have a good selection of bikes and gear.

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23.7 km

Cottonwood Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This 6 mile long trail of paved concert runs along Cottonwood Creek and passing by Cottonwood Creek Park. Along the way, you'll be rewarded with stunning views of the Front Range.

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34.2 km

Pedestrian Bridge Over Monument Creek on Pikes Peak Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Pikes Peak Greenway is a paved cycle path that follows Monument Creek. There are a few bridges you cross over along the way (such as the one at this location marker).

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49.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.3 km

8.12 km

985 m

811 m

678 m

149 m

Surfaces

33.9 km

13.8 km

1.11 km

160 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 19 May

11°C

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54 %

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Pikes Peak Greenway – Cottonwood Creek Trail loop from Switchbacks Training Stadium

Rock Island Trail

Shooks Run Trail

Pikes Peak Greenway

View of Pikes Peak Range from Pikes Peak Greenway

Criterium Bike Shop and Crit Cafe

Cottonwood Creek Trail

Pedestrian Bridge Over Monument Creek on Pikes Peak Greenway

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