The Galloping Goose trail follows an old narrow-gauge rail line and has very few technical sections. The scenery is incredible along the 19 miles from Telluride to Lizard Head Pass.

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21.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.33 km

7.25 km

4.16 km

1.72 km

1.37 km

Surfaces

16.8 km

3.28 km

1.72 km

Elevation

Highest point (2,800 m)

Lowest point (2,420 m)

Weather

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