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Aspen – Independence Pass Viewpoint loop from Woody Creek

Aspen – Independence Pass Viewpoint loop from Woody Creek

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3.4

(22)

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Aspen – Independence Pass Viewpoint loop from Woody Creek

04:55

93.0km

1,600m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 11, 2026

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After 11.4 km for 265 m

After 73.4 km for 191 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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4.68 km

Roaring Fork River

Lake

11.6 km

Marolt Open Space

Highlight • Rest Area

This park is steeped in Aspen history, tracing its roots back to mining and ranching. Encompassing a 70-acre area, it features bike paths, benches, and community gardens. The views are consistently stunning, with mountains surrounding the park on all sides.

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12.6 km

Aspen

Highlight • Settlement

Aspen, Colorado, the world-famous ski resort town is a great place to kick off or end your ride by exploring the historic downtown area. Cruise through the streets with Victorian …

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17.3 km

North Star Nature Preserve (South Gate)

Highlight • Natural

The North Star Nature Preserve is an access point to the Roaring Fork River. There is kayaking access, access to the East of Aspen Trail, and parking at this south …

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23.0 km

Tagert Lake

Highlight • Lake

This is a nice break point off of CO 82 where you can enjoy this beautiful lake surrounded by stunning Aspen trees. This place is absolutely stunning in fall when the leaves begin to change colors.

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29.2 km

Grotto Cascades

Highlight • Waterfall

The Grotto Cascades are a section of the Roaring Fork River where the water flows over a series of small, drop-like ledges or rock shelves. The water flows the highest in late spring and early summer months.

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40.0 km

Historical Town of Independence

Highlight • Historical Site

The Town of Independence has had many names over the years, but the name of Independence has stuck around the longest. This old mining village is full of history and …

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42.8 km

Independence Pass Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

At over 12,000 feet of elevation, Independence Pass is the second-highest pass of a paved road in Colorado. This point offers a nice break with a viewpoint of the pass and the surrounding mountains right off CO 82.

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73.4 km

Moore Open Space

Highlight • Trail

Moore Opens Space spans 65 acres and was acquired by Pitkin County in 1992. This scenic area boasts sage-dominated shrubland, providing interesting habitats and picturesque views.

Notable features include the …

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93.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

71.3 km

17.7 km

1.84 km

1.72 km

300 m

241 m

Surfaces

80.2 km

12.4 km

452 m

Elevation

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Saturday 18 July

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Aspen – Independence Pass Viewpoint loop from Woody Creek

Marolt Open Space

Aspen

North Star Nature Preserve (South Gate)

Tagert Lake

Grotto Cascades

Historical Town of Independence

Independence Pass Viewpoint

Moore Open Space

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