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Loveland Pass from Keystone is a fantastic high-altitude road biking challenge on US Highway 6, taking you over the Continental Divide. Starting around 9,200 feet at Keystone, you'll ascend approximately 8.5 to 11.5 miles, gaining about 2,600 to 3,000 feet to reach the 11,990-foot summit, with a steady average gradient typically in the 5.4-5.9% range. As you climb, you'll pass the Arapahoe Basin ski area and gradually transition into beautiful alpine meadows and forests before the final switchbacks above treeline offer dramatic views down to I-70 and expansive mountain vistas from the top of the pass. Be prepared for the significant altitude and potentially rapid weather changes at this elevation.

Juniper Pass is a fantastic ascent on Highway 103, taking you high into the Front Range of the Rockies. Over approximately 14.7 to 14.8 miles, you'll gain around 3,400 to 3,500 feet at a steady average gradient of about 4.3-4.6%, rarely feeling overly steep as you wind your way up through thick forests. The scenery is consistently beautiful, with trees lining the road for much of the climb, gradually giving way to more open vistas and stunning views of the surrounding peaks as you approach the 11,130-foot Juniper Pass summit, where the air is thin but the high-altitude views are well worth the effort.

Setting out from the historic town of Georgetown the climb to Loveland Pass, taking you across the Continental Divide. This climb is a pleasure from Georgetown due to the dedicated cyclepath that takes you to the bottom of Highway 6 and the breathtaking ascent to Loveland Pass at 11,990 ft summit. Experience the dramatic shift from forested canyons to windswept alpine tundra with spectacular views.

Starting from the historic mining town of Georgetown, the Guanella Pass climb offers you a spectacular journey through dense forests opening into breathtaking high-alpine tundra with views of towering peaks like Mount Bierstadt. You'll ascend approximately 10.5-11 miles, gaining over 3,100ft to reach the lofty 11,669ft summit. Be prepared for a challenging profile: after a steep initial section of 6-7% on average, the gradient eases through the middle before a very tough final 2.3 miles featuring steep switchbacks averaging over 7% with ramps hitting 10-12% or more, made significantly harder by the extreme altitude. The pass is seasonally closed so be sure to check before attempting this climb.

Juniper Pass lies below Warrior Mountain on the Colorado Highway 103. It's a long, steady climb from the east, winding up between trees and offering excellent views. A popular cycling road, there are normally lots of bikes and not too many cars.

At an elevation of 11,307 feet, Berthoud Pass is a high mountain pass in central Colorado. The route going over the pass used to be an old wagon route (the path was deemed unsuitable for a railroad). There is trail access, bathrooms, and lots of parking at the pass summit.

Jones Pass sits at 12,454 feet and Grand County from Clear Creek County. There are a number of ways to get to the top of the pass, and some people even choose to drive the OHV road that leads to the top. There are endless views of 12,000 and 13,000 foot peaks from the alpine pass.

Guanella Pass sits at 11,669 feet in elevation & offers incredible views, especially in the fall when the aspens are changing. The pass separates two National Forests, the Arapaho & Pike, so there are also many camping and recreational opportunities in the area.