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McIntosh Lake – Carter Lake Overlook loop from Longmont

McIntosh Lake – Carter Lake Overlook loop from Longmont

Moderate

2.6

(30)

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McIntosh Lake – Carter Lake Overlook loop from Longmont

02:35

59.8km

450m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. 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: April 23, 2026

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After 30.2 km for 220 m

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6.04 km

Dawson Park

Highlight • Lake

Dawson Park is a popular spot with shaded areas and plenty of grassy spots to picnic. The lake overlooks Longs Peak and the Front Range.

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7.06 km

View of McIntosh Lake

Highlight • Lake

With dogs and bikes allowed on the trails, boats and fishing allowed on the water, and picnic areas with restrooms, McIntosh Lake is a popular public reservoir that is open …

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7.25 km

McIntosh Lake

Highlight • Lake

The McIntosh lake offers several miles of walking and cycling path. Families can find a nice playground area and you can also bring your non motorized boat to paddle around …

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7.69 km

McIntosh Lake

Highlight • Lake

McIntosh Lake is a beautiful reservoir in Longmont that offers 3.5 miles of easy walking trails and fantastic views of Longs Peak and Mt. Meeker. It's popular with walkers, runners, …

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30.4 km

Carter Lake Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Carter Lake is a beautiful reservoir in Loveland, Colorado and a popular destination with cyclists from Boulder, Fort Collins, and beyond. This overlook is a great place to snap a …

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59.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

40.4 km

9.11 km

7.87 km

2.18 km

201 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

56.0 km

3.36 km

422 m

116 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,770 m)

Lowest point (1,520 m)

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Saturday 30 May

26°C

9°C

53 %

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McIntosh Lake – Carter Lake Overlook loop from Longmont

Dawson Park

View of McIntosh Lake

McIntosh Lake

McIntosh Lake

Carter Lake Overlook

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