Seven Star and Rim Trail North Loop

You can easily access the trailhead by parking at Town Park, also known as the Rodeo Lot or Snowmass Recreation Center parking. It's a convenient starting point for your ride.

The Seven Star and Rim Trail North Loop is generally considered an intermediate to advanced ride. While the Seven Star Trail has a flowing design enjoyable for various skill levels, the Rim Trail North section involves significant climbing and requires a good fitness level. It's not ideal for absolute beginners due to the sustained uphill effort.

The best time to ride this loop is typically from mid-May through November. Please note that the North Rim Trail and Seven Star Trail have a seasonal wildlife closure from December 1st to May 15th (or 16th), during which access is prohibited.

Dogs are generally allowed, but there's an important seasonal restriction. From December 1st to May 15th (or 16th), dogs are prohibited on the Seven Star Trail due to wildlife closures. Always keep your dog on a leash when permitted.

No, you do not need a permit or have to pay an entrance fee to ride the Seven Star and Rim Trail North Loop.

You'll encounter diverse terrain. The Rim Trail North features well-built, smooth singletrack with widely-rounded switchbacks and sustained climbs. The Seven Star Trail offers an 'old-school, rolling-contour, sustainable, backcountry-style design' with gently banked turns, subtle undulations, and sections traversing through scrub oak and sagebrush meadows.

This loop offers spectacular scenery. You'll get panoramic views of Snowmass, Sky Mountain Park, and the surrounding mountains, especially from the initial traversing section of the Seven Star Trail and the high point of the North Rim Trail. Breaks in the trees also provide picturesque opportunities.

Yes, the route incorporates sections of several other trails. You'll ride along parts of the Brush Creek Trail, the North Mesa Trail, Upper North Mesa Equestrian Trail, Rim Trail North, Horse Ranch, and Ditchline Trail, creating a comprehensive loop experience.

While the Seven Star Trail can be ridden in both directions, mountain bikers often prefer to descend it. The Rim Trail North involves significant climbing, so riding it uphill first and then descending Seven Star is a popular choice for a rewarding experience.

The Seven Star and Rim Trail North Loop is located within the broader Sky Mountain Park area. Key regulations to be aware of include seasonal wildlife closures (typically December 1st to May 15th/16th), during which dogs and e-bikes are prohibited on certain trails, including the Seven Star Trail. Always check local signage for the most current rules and conditions.

E-bikes are generally allowed on the Seven Star and Rim Trail North Loop, but they are prohibited on the Seven Star Trail during the seasonal wildlife closure, which runs from December 1st to May 15th (or 16th). Always verify local regulations before your ride.