View from Chatfield Dam – Mary Carter Greenway Trail loop from Heritage High School

View from Chatfield Dam – Mary Carter Greenway Trail loop from Heritage High School

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View from Chatfield Dam – Mary Carter Greenway Trail loop from Heritage High School

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24.0km

150m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 6, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 12.5 km for 2.23 km

Customers only

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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7.52 km

Lake views

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On this stretch of the bike path, you can enjoy panoramic views of Eaglewatch, Redtail and Blackrock lakes. The trail winds between the lakes, making it a very pleasant ride.

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7.79 km

Eaglewatch Lake

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This lake is best known for its fishing, but it also fronts on the paved Mary Carter Greenway Trail (to the east side of the lake). You can also run …

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12.7 km

View from Chatfield Dam

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Here you'll find an excellent viewpoint over the Chatfield Reservoir.

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15.6 km

South Platte River

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The South Platte River, originating in the mountains of central Colorado at the Continental Divide, flows a total distance of about 439 miles. The river is a hot spot for …

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16.5 km

South Platte Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

On this stretch of the bike path, you can enjoy panoramic views of Eaglewatch, Redtail and Blackrock lakes. The trail winds between the lakes, making it a very pleasant ride.

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16.7 km

Colorado Front Range Trail (Mary Carter Greenway Trail)

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This portion of the Colorado Front Range Trail coincides directly with the paved Mary Carter Greenway Trail, which threads its way between several lakes and reservoirs.

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18.4 km

The Mary Carter Greenway Trail is a paved bike path moving through Arapahoe County just south of Denver. This is a really popular commuter trail that connects to a bunch of other trails and paths in the city's network.

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