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Big Thompson River – Lake Estes loop from Estes Park

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Big Thompson River – Lake Estes loop from Estes Park

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Big Thompson River – Lake Estes loop from Estes Park

01:05

16.7km

160m

Cycling

Moderate bike 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: September 26, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 11.9 km for 104 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

423 m

Lake Estes

Highlight • Lake

Nestled on the outskirts of Estes Park in Northern Colorado, Lake Estes stands proudly as a scenic water reservoir, situated at an elevation of 7522 feet.

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2

805 m

Lake Estes

Highlight • Lake

Nestled on the outskirts of Estes Park in Northern Colorado, Lake Estes stands proudly as a scenic water reservoir, situated at an elevation of 7522 feet.

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3

1.56 km

Big Thompson River

Highlight • River

The Big Thompson River runs through Estes Park and Lake Estes. It is a nice sight along the trail and a popular local spot for fishing.

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4

1.96 km

Big Thompson River

Highlight • River

The Big Thompson River runs through Estes Park and Lake Estes. It is a nice sight along the trail and a popular local spot for fishing.

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5

8.10 km

Fish Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is a mostly paved trail that runs along Fish Creek and ends at Lake Estes. It is a very pleasant urban trail to hike along. Keep your eyes peeled for elk here!

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6

13.9 km

Lake Estes

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful pond at the gateway to Rocky Mountains NP. The pedestrian path goes all around the lake and you can admire a wonderful panorama

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13.9 km

Lake Estes

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

The Lake Estes is a water reservoir on the edge of Estes Park, in Northern Colorado. It sits at 7522 feet high.

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B

16.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.8 km

2.78 km

1.57 km

878 m

508 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.5 km

3.56 km

1.32 km

271 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (2,370 m)

Lowest point (2,260 m)

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Sunday 11 October

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6°C

26 %

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