Cottonwood Creek Trail – New Sante Fe Regional Trail loop from InTown Suites

Cottonwood Creek Trail – New Sante Fe Regional Trail loop from InTown Suites

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Cottonwood Creek Trail – New Sante Fe Regional Trail loop from InTown Suites

01:37

21.1km

140m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.82 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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5.42 km

Monument Creek Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Monument Creek is a 27‑mile stream flowing south from Mount Deception. This section of the New Santa Fe Regional Trail follows the creek for several miles.

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7.66 km

New Santa Fe Regional Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The New Santa Fe Regional Trail is an 18‑mile rail‑trail from Palmer Lake down to northern Colorado Springs. The trail is made of crushed stone and has great views of the nearby mountains.

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9.00 km

This trail stretches for 14 miles from Woodmen to Monument. The section between Lee Lake and the South Gate entrance of the Air Force area offers a well-maintained gravel trail with some pleasant hills and follows alongside Monument Creek.

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14.8 km

New Santa Fe Regional Trail: Lee Lake to South Gate

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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17.5 km

Monument Creek Along New Santa Fe Regional Trail

Highlight (Segment) • River

In this section of the trail, you'll be following along Monument Creek for the entire route. The trail is made of hard-packed gravel and presents several pleasantly challenging hills to …

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21.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.0 km

6.01 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

15.0 km

6.01 km