Start of the Colorado Trail – View from Chatfield Dam loop from Roxborough Park

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Start of the Colorado Trail – View from Chatfield Dam loop from Roxborough Park

Moderate

3.1

(26)

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Start of the Colorado Trail – View from Chatfield Dam loop from Roxborough Park

03:39

44.7km

300m

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: August 28, 2026

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Pike National Forest

Chatfield State Park

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Highlight • Monument

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Highlight (Segment) • Canyon

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Highlight • Trail

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Highlight • Trail

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Highlight • Lake

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View from Chatfield Dam

Highlight • Viewpoint

Here you'll find an excellent viewpoint over the Chatfield Reservoir.

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Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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