Cycling in the Grand Mesa is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Mesa County. So you can find your perfect Grand Mesa bike ride, we’ve reviewed our full collection of cycling routes in the region to deliver the best. Just click on each route to see a full breakdown of detailed information including elevation profiles and surface analyses, and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other members of the komoot community.

Last updated: October 14, 2025

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1. Palisade to Clifton loop — Mesa County

30.3km

01:52

160m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Lands End loop via Palisade — Whitewater

87.2km

05:11

650m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Lands End Road — Grand Mesa National Forest

37.6km

04:10

1,050m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Red Canyon loop — Glenwood Springs

67.0km

04:24

780m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Mount Garfield to Palisade loop — Palisade

17.5km

01:01

90m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Baron Lake Drive to Lakeshore Drive loop — Grand Mesa

22.4km

02:00

350m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Vega Reservoir loop — Vega State Park

11.5km

00:42

80m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. State Highway via Old Grand Mesa Road loop — Grand Mesa National Forest

34.5km

03:03

890m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Rifle loop — Rifle

43.9km

02:44

510m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Anderson Reservoirs Road to Deep Creek Trail loop — Grand Mesa National Forest

24.5km

02:04

240m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes in the Grand Mesa

1. Palisade to Clifton loop — Mesa County

2. Lands End loop via Palisade — Whitewater

3. Lands End Road — Grand Mesa National Forest

4. Red Canyon loop — Glenwood Springs

5. Mount Garfield to Palisade loop — Palisade

6. Baron Lake Drive to Lakeshore Drive loop — Grand Mesa

7. Vega Reservoir loop — Vega State Park

8. State Highway via Old Grand Mesa Road loop — Grand Mesa National Forest

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10. Anderson Reservoirs Road to Deep Creek Trail loop — Grand Mesa National Forest

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