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San Miguel County

Ophir loop — Telluride

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United States
Colorado
San Miguel County

Ophir loop — Telluride

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Ophir loop — Telluride

03:06

34.4km

660m

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: June 12, 2024

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Start point

Parking

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1

9.84 km

Overlook View of valley and mountains

Highlight • Viewpoint

It's a simple overlook on the side of Highway 145 with awesome mountain views.

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16.2 km

Ophir

Highlight • Settlement

The town of Ophir is in the heart of the San Juan Mountains and gets its name from a place mentioned in the Hebrew Bible. It's a former mining town & now a community of outdoor enthusiasts.

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28.5 km

Galloping Goose Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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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34.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.6 km

13.5 km

4.71 km

500 m

103 m

Surfaces

20.7 km

13.5 km

135 m

< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (2,940 m)

Lowest point (2,520 m)

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