Standley Lake – Westminster Station Pond loop from Arvada Ridge

Standley Lake – Westminster Station Pond loop from Arvada Ridge

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Standley Lake – Westminster Station Pond loop from Arvada Ridge

02:59

47.7km

310m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 27.3 km for 222 m

After 30.8 km for 105 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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8.52 km

Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge

Highlight • Natural

There's a gated entrance to Two Ponds here from the Croke Canal Trail.

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8.93 km

Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge

Nature Reserve

13.3 km

Standley Lake

Highlight • Lake

At 1,200 acres Standley Lake is the largest body of water in Westminster, and the 3rd largest reservoir in the Denver Metro Area. A number of parks and beaches line …

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21.9 km

Standley Lake Viewing Area

Highlight • Viewpoint

Gates lock after sunset

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30.5 km

Lake Arbor

Lake

35.5 km

Riding along the Little Dry Creek Trail, you pass Westminster Station Pond. The area has been recently developed and is a clean, well-kept place to go biking. The paved path is flat, and it's a lovely little nature spot.

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35.9 km

Little Dry Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Little Dry Creek Trail is only about 2.5 miles in total, but it offers access to the Denver metropolitan trail network and also passes through a few of Westminster's …

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38.9 km

Clear Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Clear Creek Trail is a long path that is a mixture of dirt, gravel, and pavement (though the majority is paved). Cyclists, runners, and walkers use the trail, which connects to a few different city parks and other trails.

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40.5 km

Lowell Ponds Wildlife Area

Highlight • Lake

The Lowell Ponds Wildlife Area in northwest Denver encompasses approximately 43 acres of warm-water ponds and riparian habitats. These ponds are home to species such as largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, …

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