Black Lake (Dam Number 1) – View of Dillon Reservoir loop from Main Gore / Juniper

Black Lake (Dam Number 1) – View of Dillon Reservoir loop from Main Gore / Juniper

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Black Lake (Dam Number 1) – View of Dillon Reservoir loop from Main Gore / Juniper

05:32

102km

1,440m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 28, 2026

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After 58.9 km for 146 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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13.9 km

Black Lake (Dam Number 1)

Highlight • Lake

There are actually a couple Black Lakes here just off the side of the paved bike path. A bit down the south side of the pass is the main parking area and facilities for Vail Pass.

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26.1 km

Curtain Ponds

Lake

39.8 km

View of Dillon Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

low temperature, plus wind, plus speed equals cold

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55.3 km

Dillon Trailhead — Summit County Recpath

Highlight • Cycleway

Start of the excellent wide, paved Bikeway from Dillon to Frisco, continuing on the Blue River Bikeway on to Breckenridge

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58.9 km

Heaton Bay Overlook — Dillon Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

A short gravel spur trail leads onto this peninsula with a good view of Heaton Bay

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61.4 km

Wetlands on Dillon Dam bike trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Great birdwatching opportunities along this trail on wooden boardwalks that give unique access through the swampy wetlands on the south side of Dillon Lake

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65.2 km

Frisco

Highlight • Settlement

Former mining town, now focuses on tourism, that seems to embrace its abbreviated name, which distinguishes it from the people of San Francisco, California, who generally bristle at the adulteration.

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76.8 km

Copper Mountain is a ski resort and mountain located in Summit County. Copper is a self-contained resort with a small village housing restaurants, shops, and condominiums. During the summer season, the ski lifts provide access to hiking and biking trails.

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86.2 km

Vail Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

At 10,622 feet high, you can truly feel the altitude as you ride. The pass maintains a steady elevation, with mountains surrounding you along the way. There are plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the breathtaking views.

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