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Rio Grande Trail – Rio Grande Trail loop from Mulford

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Rio Grande Trail – Rio Grande Trail loop from Mulford

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Rio Grande Trail – Rio Grande Trail loop from Mulford

05:31

85.8km

630m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

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Parking

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8.44 km

Rio Grande Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Rio Grande Trail is 42 miles between Glenwood Springs and Aspen. The trail is fully paved and traffic-free, except for crossings at intersections.

This is a beautiful section that takes you into Carbondale.

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22.5 km

Rio Grande Trail

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37.8 km

Rio Grande Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This section of the Rio Grande Trail is on a beautiful mountainside trail. At this point the view opens up between the mountains to give you a great view of the wilderness surrounding Aspen.

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42.7 km

Abstract Sculpture in Downtown Aspen

Highlight • Monument

Aspen, Colorado, the world-famous ski resort town, is a great place to kick off or end your ride by exploring the historic downtown area. Cruise through the streets with Victorian …

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46.6 km

Sunnyside Trail Trailhead

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Here, Sunnyside Trail branches off the Rio Grande Trail and continues up towards Red Mountain. Sunnyside Trail is a popular trail in the area for hikers and runners, so expect …

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55.6 km

Woody Creek Tavern

Highlight • Pub

Right off the bike path! You can take the Rio Grande Trail that meanders along the Roaring Fork River and go to this super fun Old West Tavern. The food …

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85.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

73.8 km

8.07 km

2.99 km

928 m

101 m

Surfaces

71.3 km

8.09 km

6.46 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,410 m)

Lowest point (1,910 m)

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Today

Wednesday 26 August

29°C

10°C

46 %

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Abstract Sculpture in Downtown Aspen

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