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Boulder Reservoir loop via the Lefthand Trail — Boulder

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Boulder County

Boulder Reservoir loop via the Lefthand Trail — Boulder

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Boulder Reservoir loop via the Lefthand Trail — Boulder

01:58

22.8km

110m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 13, 2024

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54 m

Lefthand Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Great section going north from Sage trail. Nice views of the foothills with some swoopy smooth single track.

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9.16 km

N. 51st Street (Gravel Section)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This section of 51st Street from the main Boulder Reservoir parking area to the Eagle Trail Trailhead (which is also where 51st turns into 55th street) is a fun section …

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14.6 km

With lakeside trails and far-reaching views of the foothills, cycling alongside Boulder Reservoir is wonderful. The traffic-free trails are great for families, group rides and solo expeditions. There are plenty of great picnic spots too, should you need a break.

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21.0 km

View of Haystack Mountain and Farms

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As Niwot turns into Neva Road, you get fantastic views of Haystack Mountain to the east, a small, but prominent hill that resembles a rounded haystack, and of the foothills …

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22.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.06 km

7.63 km

4.53 km

1.51 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

17.5 km

5.26 km

Elevation

Highest point (1,640 m)

Lowest point (1,580 m)

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Saturday 13 December

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N. 51st Street (Gravel Section)

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View of Haystack Mountain and Farms

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