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Aspen – Independence Pass Viewpoint loop from Aspen

Aspen – Independence Pass Viewpoint loop from Aspen

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4.6

(8525)

12,261

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Aspen – Independence Pass Viewpoint loop from Aspen

03:06

59.0km

1,090m

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 accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 20, 2026

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After 5.77 km for 444 m

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1.07 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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5.76 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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6.65 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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17.5 km

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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28.3 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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31.1 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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59.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

55.5 km

1.94 km

1.12 km

439 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

58.2 km

342 m

323 m

175 m

Elevation

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Highest point (3,460 m)

Lowest point (2,410 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

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Aspen – Independence Pass Viewpoint loop from Aspen

Aspen

North Star Nature Preserve (South Gate)

North Star Nature Preserve (South Gate)

Grotto Cascades

Historical Town of Independence

Independence Pass Viewpoint

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