Dillon Dam & bike path – Sentinel Island View loop from North Pond Park

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Dillon Dam & bike path – Sentinel Island View loop from North Pond Park

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Dillon Dam & bike path – Sentinel Island View loop from North Pond Park

01:17

20.9km

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: August 13, 2026

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White River National Forest

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Parking

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