Independence Monument Overlook – Red Canyon Overlook loop from G Road across from Community Hospital

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Independence Monument Overlook – Red Canyon Overlook loop from G Road across from Community Hospital

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Independence Monument Overlook – Red Canyon Overlook loop from G Road across from Community Hospital

04:31

67.0km

1,080m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park

McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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19.8 km

Balanced Rock View

Highlight • Natural Monument

21.0 km

Historic Trails View

Highlight • Viewpoint

25.9 km

Independence Monument Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

To observe National monument from an other angle and read interesting story on its climbing history. Easy access from the rock rim drive.

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38.0 km

Upper Ute Canyon Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

From the Upper Ute Canyon Overlook you can overlook the 300ft cliffs composed of sandstones. The cliff is streaked with black desert varnish that give the lighter rocks that darker tone in areas.

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42.9 km

Red Canyon Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

The red walls of the canyon drop away steeply and dramatically before you as you pull up to the edge. Informational signboards tell you about the view. You stand at …

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48.4 km

Rim Rock Drive Tunnel and Scenic View

Highlight • Viewpoint

If you have limited time or it's a hot day, this is a great place to flip a 180 if you don't want to ride the full monument. From here …

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58.0 km

Monument Corridor Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This is a newer paved path built within the past few years. Now you can ride from Downtown GJ to the Lunch Loops almost entirely car-free.

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60.9 km

Beach

63.9 km

Least Tern Pond

Highlight • Lake

This pond is nestled into some trees and along a winding path. In the fall you can enjoy all the leaves changing colors, with the pond freezing in the winter. …

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67.0 km

End point

Bus stop

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