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South Platte River Bridge – South Platte River Trail loop from Brighton

South Platte River Bridge – South Platte River Trail loop from Brighton

Moderate

4.9

(7108)

18,178

riders

South Platte River Bridge – South Platte River Trail loop from Brighton

03:35

71.1km

180m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 19, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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7.31 km

South Platte River Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

This bridge offers a prime view of the Platte River and the surrounding lakes.

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7.75 km

Fishing Is Fun Pond

Lake

9.77 km

South Platte River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The South Platte River Trail runs for nearly 35 miles through the suburbs and city of Denver, Colorado. This paved, multi-use path is popular with runners and walkers as well …

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11.6 km

Riverdale Regional Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Riverdale Regional Park is a sprawling area that caters to a variety of interests. It functions as a haven for nature lovers with walking trails, and a spot for history …

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12.5 km

South Platte River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The South Platte River Trail encompasses over 30 miles of paved path in total. The path is often utilized by bikes as a commuter trail, and it also serves as …

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22.4 km

South Platte River and lake viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

The bike path offers excellent views over the several lakes in the surroundings.

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25.7 km

Clear Creek

Highlight • River

Clear Creek, a vibrant waterway roughly 66 miles long, originates in the Rocky Mountains west of Denver, finally meeting with the South Platte River. The contrast in the water's color …

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35.2 km

The Lowell Ponds Wildlife Area in northwest Denver encompasses approximately 43 acres of warm-water ponds and riparian habitats. These ponds are home to species such as largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, …

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68.6 km

Ken Mitchell Park

Highlight • Rest Area

This neighborhood park and open space is a popular spot for fishing. It also connects to the Platte River Trail and Colorado Front Range Trail.

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71.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

61.7 km

8.48 km

475 m

269 m

184 m

111 m

Surfaces

61.8 km

9.01 km

156 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,600 m)

Lowest point (1,510 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

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6°C

74 %

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South Platte River Bridge – South Platte River Trail loop from Brighton

South Platte River Bridge

South Platte River Trail

Riverdale Regional Park

South Platte River Trail

South Platte River and lake viewpoint

Clear Creek

Lowell Ponds Wildlife Area

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