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    Looking for the best mountain biking in Colorado? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Colorado. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

    Top Mountain Biking Spots in and near Colorado

    • Evergreen, Colorado

      Hike Panorama Point at Corwina Park

      4.7
      2.7 mi / 640 ft gain
      Jefferson County, the "Gateway to the Rockies" has dozens of great parks and trails. One of the best, however, is often overlooked, as it is sandwiched between bigger and more popular parks. Corwina Park is a small section located off Hwy. 74, near the village of Kittredge. Sitting between the po...
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    • Golden, Colorado

      Hike South Table Mountain

      4.0
      3.3 mi / 1500 ft gain
      Want to see a rainbow? Possibly some coyotes or other Colorado wildlife?This hike is full of twists and turns, mostly involving the trail, but also in surprises along the way.Drive into downtown Golden (grab some food if you're hungry) and then park at the base of the Golden Summit trail. Startin...
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    • Jefferson, Colorado

      Colorado Trail: Kenosha Pass to FR 130

      4.6
      6.81 mi / 938 ft gain
      The Colorado Trail (http://www.coloradotrail.org) is 500 miles long and stretches from Denver to Durango. Perhaps the most-traveled portion of the Colorado Trail is at Kenosha Pass. Kenosha Pass is well-known for its thick, colorful stands of aspen in the fall. During peak leaf season (late Septe...
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    • Golden, Colorado

      Matthews/Winters Park Loop

      4.0
      4.99 mi / 827 ft gain
      Matthews/Winters Park, which is part of the Jefferson County Open Space system, is proof that you do not have to go far from the city to enjoy the mountains. Nestled in the foothills between Golden and Morrison just off I-70 and C-470, Matthews/Winters is easy to access from Denver and any of the...
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    • Evergreen, Colorado

      Private and Tranquil Retreat at Beaver Brook Watershed

      4.0
      Note: This is NOT the Beaver Brook Trail in Genesee Park/Lookout Mountain! If you enjoy the scenery and ambiance of Evergreen, but Evergreen Lake has become too crowded for your tastes, Beaver Brook Watershed (owned by the City of Golden) is an excellent alternative. It’s a small, secluded area a...
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    • Twin Lakes, Colorado

      Camp at Twin Lakes' White Star Campground

      4.5
      This area is located on the other side of Independence Pass from Aspen, which is only accessible during the summer, or can be reached year-round via Leadville, which is about 20 miles away along Highway 24. From Twin Lakes Village drive approximately 1.5 miles east on Highway 82 and take the exit...
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    • Telluride, Colorado

      Alta Lakes Dispersed Camping

      4.7
      Note: Camping is permitted around the lake. There are approximately 20 undeveloped campsites. For more information, head to the US Forest Service website. Camping Facilities20 campsites that are completely undevelopedCamping is permitted at only the designated campsitesPortable toilets are avail...
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    • Littleton, Colorado

      Hike the Coyote Song-Swallow Trail Loop

      3.8
      3 mi / 350 ft gain
      We all love to live our weekends to the fullest, but say you're itching for an adventure and it's midweek with the weekend still a good 3 or 4 days away? South Valley Park is the place to go if you're looking for an after-work adventure or just don't feel like driving too far from the city. A sho...
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    • Lakewood, Colorado

      Green Mountain Mountain Bike Loop

      4.0
      6.9 mi / 1047 ft gain
      Skip the bar and spend happy hour hiking/biking this fun and easy loop. With convenient access from the Denver-Metro Area, this spot is perfect for a quick ride after work, or hike with your dog. The park has three parking lots, and the trail can be completed as a loop system (in either directio...
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    • Pine, Colorado

      Dispersed Camp at the Buffalo Creek Area in Pike National Forest

      3.8
      50 miles from Denver, nestled in Pike National Forest, there are dozens of free dispersed camping sites. With quick access to the Colorado Trail and Buffalo Creek Mountain Bike Area, these campsites make for a perfect weekend getaway. The campsites begin on Forest Road 550, and are clearly marked...
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    • Boulder, Colorado

      Woods Quarry via NCAR

      4.2
      3.28 mi / 755 ft gain
      You can start from Chautauqua Park, but I prefer to start at NCAR, especially since there is ample parking and you can take a bathroom break inside before hitting the trail. From the intersection of Table Mesa Drive and Broadway in Boulder, drive west on Table Mesa to its end at the NCAR buildin...
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    • Golden, Colorado

      Hike Beaver Brook Trail at Windy Saddle Park

      5.0
      5 mi / 500 ft gain
      Just outside of Golden, CO is Lookout Mountain. If you’ve ever driven westbound on i70 from Denver to the mountains, you’ve undoubtedly seen this mountain to your right with antennas on the top. On the north side of Lookout Mountain lies Windy Saddle Park, about a 30 minute drive from Denver. Thi...
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    • Golden, Colorado

      Hike Chimney Gulch Trail at Windy Saddle Park

      4.0
      5 mi / 1000 ft gain
      Just outside of Golden, CO is Lookout Mountain. If you’ve ever driven westbound on i70 from Denver to the mountains, you’ve undoubtedly seen this mountain to your right with antennas on the top. On the north side of Lookout Mountain lies Windy Saddle Park, about a 30 minute drive from Denver. Thi...
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    • Boulder, Colorado

      Hike or Bike the Walker Ranch Loop

      4.7
      7.7 mi / 1740 ft gain
      When it comes to hiking trails in Boulder, the standard response usually consists of either Chautauqua Park or Mt. Sanitas, and while both offer excellent hiking options, they are both usually jam packed on the weekends. If you’re looking to stay close to the city, but want a little more seclusio...
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    • Aspen, Colorado

      Hike Lost Man Loop

      5.0
      8.8 mi / 1290 ft gain
      This 8.8 mile "loop" is not a true loop and the trail ends 4 miles apart along Independence Pass, so a car shuttle is recommended. I would recommend starting at the west trailhead (closer to Aspen) but will describe both trailheads so you can set up another car or shuttle at the other one.1) West...
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    • Golden, Colorado

      Hike Lookout Mountain Trail at Windy Saddle Park

      4.0
      2.6 mi / 500 ft gain
      Just outside of Golden, CO is Lookout Mountain. If you’ve ever driven westbound on i70 from Denver to the mountains, you’ve undoubtedly seen this mountain to your right with antennas on the top. On the north side of Lookout Mountain lies Windy Saddle Park, about a 30 minute drive from Denver. Thi...
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