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Lake Estes – Big Thompson River loop from Carriage Hills #1 (Upper) Dam

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Lake Estes – Big Thompson River loop from Carriage Hills #1 (Upper) Dam

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Lake Estes – Big Thompson River loop from Carriage Hills #1 (Upper) Dam

00:50

15.0km

120m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 27, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

1

61 m

Fish Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is a mostly paved trail that runs along Fish Creek and ends at Lake Estes. It is a very pleasant urban trail to hike along. Keep your eyes peeled for elk here!

Tip by

2

4.55 km

Lake Estes

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful pond at the gateway to Rocky Mountains NP. The pedestrian path goes all around the lake and you can admire a wonderful panorama

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Tip by

3

7.36 km

Lake Estes

Highlight • Lake

Nestled on the outskirts of Estes Park in Northern Colorado, Lake Estes stands proudly as a scenic water reservoir, situated at an elevation of 7522 feet.

Tip by

4

7.75 km

Lake Estes

Highlight • Lake

Nestled on the outskirts of Estes Park in Northern Colorado, Lake Estes stands proudly as a scenic water reservoir, situated at an elevation of 7522 feet.

Tip by

5

8.50 km

Big Thompson River

Highlight • River

The Big Thompson River runs through Estes Park and Lake Estes. It is a nice sight along the trail and a popular local spot for fishing.

Tip by

6

8.90 km

Big Thompson River

Highlight • River

The Big Thompson River runs through Estes Park and Lake Estes. It is a nice sight along the trail and a popular local spot for fishing.

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B

15.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.6 km

4.29 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.8 km

163 m

104 m

< 100 m

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