The Alpine Station is an old restored rail station that sits at 11,253 feet in elevation. It was part of the Alpine Tunnel, which was the highest railroad tunnel in North America, connecting Denver to Gunnison. The tunnel is now sealed shut, but the nearby relics are a nice glimpse of the past.

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1. Alpine Tunnel loop — Gunnison National Forest

32.7km

03:30

900m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Elevation 3,530 m

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Sunday 8 February

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Location: Gunnison County, Colorado, United States

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1. Alpine Tunnel loop — Gunnison National Forest

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