Bridge over South Platte River – Nixon's Coffee House loop from Englewood

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Bridge over South Platte River – Nixon's Coffee House loop from Englewood

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Bridge over South Platte River – Nixon's Coffee House loop from Englewood

01:09

18.8km

50m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 15, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 4.76 km for 102 m

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Start point

Train Station

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2.31 km

Bridge over South Platte River

Highlight • Bridge

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Centennial Pond Sunset View

Highlight • Viewpoint

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Lee Gulch and Mary Carter Trail Intersection

Highlight • Trail

This point marks the intersection and trailhead for the Lee Gulch Trail and the Mary Carter Trail. This major trail junction is along the shores of the South Platte River …

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Nixon's Coffee House

Highlight • Cafe

Check the hours, a good place to refuel or top off your water bottle at the outside fountains. Also has public restrooms.

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11.1 km

Views of the South Platte River

Highlight • River

The South Platte River is a tributary to the Platte River. It is 439 miles long and was originally called Niinéniiniicíihéhe by the native Arapaho people who lived on its banks.

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11.1 km

SpaceX Falcon 9 First Stage Booster B1021

Highlight • Monument

Don’t miss the chance to see a SpaceX rocket booster up close. It’s mounted just above the Mary Carter Greenway in Littleton, inside a fenced lot by DISH Network. You …

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