Fraser – Byers Canyon loop from Fraser-Winter Park

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Fraser – Byers Canyon loop from Fraser-Winter Park

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Fraser – Byers Canyon loop from Fraser-Winter Park

07:51

81.5km

1,400m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Arapaho National Forest

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

180 m

Fraser

Highlight • Settlement

Fraser is along Highway 40 just northwest of Winter Park in the valley of the Fraser River. The town is surrounded by the Arapaho National Forest, so there are endless year-round recreational opportunities.

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4.88 km

Chainsaw Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Chainsaw Trail links the Lower Creeekside parking area with Flume Trail and Creekside Loop Trail, amongst others. It's a lovely trail close to Fraser, offering supreme access to Byers Peak Wilderness and Arapaho National Forest.

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43.5 km

Byers Canyon

Highlight (Segment) • Gorge

Lovely gorge ride alongside the Colorado River

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75.2 km

Tabernash

Highlight • Settlement

Tabernash is a small highway-side community nestled between the towns of Granby and Winter Park in the valley of the Fraser River. The biggest draw is nearby Arapaho National Forest …

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81.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

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