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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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(2265)

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Rio Grande Trail – Rio Grande Trail loop from Mulford

03:50

63.1km

430m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. 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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13.5 km

Basalt

Highlight • Settlement

Basalt is situated at the confluence of the Roaring Fork and Frying Pan Rivers, nestled between Mt. Sopris and the Basalt Mountains, offering endless recreational opportunities. Amidst the myriad of activities, Basalt still maintains a quaint charm.

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24.7 km

Rio Grande Trail

Highlight • Trail

32.8 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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36.6 km

Rio Grande Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Rio Grande Trail runs for 42 miles between Aspen & Glenwood Springs. This is a multi-use trail of mostly asphalt surface, with some concrete and compacted gravel sections. Being …

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63.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

57.2 km

5.02 km

670 m

112 m

105 m

Surfaces

55.5 km

7.40 km

175 m

101 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,250 m)

Lowest point (1,910 m)

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Today

Wednesday 2 September

23°C

8°C

59 %

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