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Colorado Springs

Red Rock Canyon Ponds – Red Rock Canyon Open Space loop from Old Colorado City

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Mountain biking trails
United States
Colorado
El Paso County
Colorado Springs

Red Rock Canyon Ponds – Red Rock Canyon Open Space loop from Old Colorado City

Hard

4.7

(3258)

10,685

riders

Red Rock Canyon Ponds – Red Rock Canyon Open Space loop from Old Colorado City

01:12

11.5km

290m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 8.09 km for 372 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

702 m

Red Rock Canyon Ponds

Highlight • Lake

Right at the entrance to Red Rock Canyon are two beautiful ponds bookended by towering red sandstone cliffs. This picturesque place is a great place to pause and snap a …

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2

2.18 km

Landfill Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail primarily consists of softer dirt terrain with enjoyable elevation changes. Located on the outer edge of the Red Rock Rocks Open Space, it offers a full range view …

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3

8.02 km

Mesa Trail Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

At 6480 feet, the Mesa Trail Overlook promises mountain bikers a scenic respite and stunning panoramic views.

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4

9.16 km

Roundup Trail, Red Rock Canyon Open Space

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail offers a quick 150-foot elevation change in less than half a mile. Running it from south to north provides a pleasant downhill experience, allowing you to appreciate the greenery and the stunning red rock formations scattered throughout.

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5

10.0 km

Sand Canyon Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail features a hard-packed dirt surface with occasional sandy stretches. The varied terrain includes satisfying elevation changes that add an engaging aspect to your run. Along the way, you'll …

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6

11.1 km

Red Rock Canyon Open Space

Highlight • Natural Monument

These rock formations are a direct geological extension of the site of the Garden of the Gods located a little further north. They are certainly less frequented, because less known but just as beautiful.

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11.5 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.76 km

2.52 km

189 m

Surfaces

10.2 km

1.02 km

237 m

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Highest point (2,030 m)

Lowest point (1,880 m)

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Thursday 3 September

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