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Jefferson County

Bear Creek Lake – Red Rocks Park Scenic Road loop from Kipling St & W Wesley Ave

Jefferson County

Bear Creek Lake – Red Rocks Park Scenic Road loop from Kipling St & W Wesley Ave

Hard

4.9

(6172)

17,470

riders

Bear Creek Lake – Red Rocks Park Scenic Road loop from Kipling St & W Wesley Ave

02:10

32.0km

470m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel 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 20, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 14.0 km for 196 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

5.14 km

Bear Creek Lake

Highlight • Lake

Bear Creek Lake is a 40-acre artificial reservoir with plenty of outdoor options. You’ll find a boat launch, fishing pier, swimming beach, and rental boats during the warmer months. Located …

Tip by

5.46 km

Beach

Beach

3

6.63 km

Bear Creek Lake

Highlight • Lake

Bear Creek Lake Park spans 2,624 acres and is a great spot for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, as well as swimming, fishing, and boating year-round recreation. Open from April …

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4

12.7 km

Red Rocks Park Scenic Road

Highlight • Viewpoint

Red Rocks Park is a scenic road that is intertwined between massive sandstone outcroppings with numerous overlooks. There is also a trading post located in the park that provides gifts and a quick snack.

Tip by

5

14.1 km

Red Rocks View Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

An incredible view over dramatic red rock formations, a breathtaking landscape.

Tip by

6

25.5 km

View of Denver Skyline from Mt. Carbon Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a nice overlook near Mt. Carbon, with expansive views of the Denver skyline, Bear Lake Park, and Mount Falcon Park in the background. Bear Creek Trail ends here, …

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7

25.5 km

Mount Carbon Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Mount Carbon dominates Bear Creek Lake State Park, near the eastern entrance to the park, rising to an elevation of 6,000 feet (1759 meters). It offers a great vantage point …

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Tip by

8

26.5 km

Mount Carbon Loop

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great views and a good climb. Not very technical, but don't forget to bring your legs.

Tip by

9

30.8 km

Bear Creek Underpass

Highlight • Bridge

Great stream to take a break next to while shaded by the overpass.

Tip by

B

32.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.7 km

8.09 km

7.01 km

1.74 km

474 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

13.7 km

10.5 km

7.66 km

188 m

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Highest point (1,970 m)

Lowest point (1,660 m)

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