The Best Mountain Bike Trails in Colorado (United States)

Boulder Colorado Trails

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Jplazatree

Distance

10.08mi

Elevation +

863f

TrailRank

28

I have to admit I, broke few rules the 1st 2 miles some of it' was no bike allowed ;-) hiking only. but being a extreme rider well I said to my self why not? take the chance and I, did. no ticket was given to me. so I'll...

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Animas City Mountain

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moog83

Distance

5.80mi

Elevation +

1424f

TrailRank

27

A steep and rocky trail that doesn't play nice. The views and the downhill will take some of the hurt away though. This trail can be ridden in both directions.

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Doudy Draw

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tedwarm

Distance

7.33mi

Elevation +

571f

TrailRank

27

Doudy Draw was opened to Mnt Bikes this year. It has a short climb up to the top of the Mesa and then a nice short single track down. Here the trail is linked up to the Community Ditch trail to make a loop.

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Junction Creek Trail

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moog83

Distance

18.74mi

Elevation +

1276f

TrailRank

26

This is the southern end of the Colorado Trail. The trailhead can be accessed from junction Creek road, Kenebec Pass Trail, or the Colorado Trail. The route is mostly downhill but there is a nasty climb in the middle.

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Crested Butte - Lower and Upper Lower

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abecutter

Distance

8.18mi

Elevation +

571f

TrailRank

26

This is a good, get your bearings(ie..lungs) trail after flying in from low country (like Austin). If you are just out for a nice family ride with few difficulties just stay to the right on the trail..this is lower/lower...

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Highline Canal - Chatfield State Park

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edsoehnel

Distance

10.02mi

Elevation +

23f

TrailRank

24

You can park at either end of this trail, as there are public parking areas for access to the trail. We parked at the N. Roxborough Rd area and headed south/southwest on the canal trail. The trail is pretty flat and p...

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Lyons Colorado Hail Ranch Trail

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Jplazatree

Distance

10.86mi

Elevation +

1827f

TrailRank

24

Ruta muy buena si te gusta todo terreno o, off trail..rocas grandes y curvas buenisimas y asia abajo o, downhill alcansas buena velocidad que te hace disfrutar muchisimo mas...larecomiendo.... This is a nice trail if you...

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North table loop

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r_mano

Distance

8.11mi

Elevation +

938f

TrailRank

23

North table loop. The first climb is terrible; after that it is a nice trail and very nice view most of the time.

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Engineer Mountain trail

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moog83

Distance

8.27mi

Elevation +

1125f

TrailRank

23

A short steep ascent to the base of Engineer Mountain is rewarded by spectacular views and a long descent. The shuttle is a 5 mile climb up coalbank pass. One of the better alpine trails in the area.

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Heil Ranch

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tedwarm

Distance

9.52mi

Elevation +

1237f

TrailRank

23

Located about 10 miles north of Boulder Co. Rocky trail with some loose rock and packed dirt. Not very technical. Good climb up to a loop on the top. Great views of the Front Range.

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Betasso

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tedwarm

Distance

3.32mi

Elevation +

453f

TrailRank

23

Easy loop on packed dirt. A few very short rocky stretches. No technical riding. Nice views of Boulder. Take several laps.

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West Mag Loop

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tedwarm

Distance

12.81mi

Elevation +

1644f

TrailRank

22

This is a great loop of mostly single track riding deep into West Magnolia. Lots of leg busting climbing. Be careful, there are a lot of confusing trails. The last section of trail went along a terrible old road and ther...

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Phil's World full

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moog83

Distance

28.18mi

Elevation +

1480f

TrailRank

21

One of the best singletracks in the area. The trail is smooth and fast with short climbs and very fun sections.

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Lair O the Bear 2012

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Kenny Davis

Distance

12.06mi

Elevation +

1660f

TrailRank

20

A really fun ride near Idledale, CO For more information please visit Mountain Bike Arkansas - www.mtbark.com

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Poorman Hill

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tedwarm

Distance

17.09mi

Elevation +

1286f

TrailRank

20

Popular loop in Boulder Co. It goes up a bike path which turns to dirt, then a few miles up the pavement of Four Mile, and climbs up Poor Man Hill a dirt road. It descends the paved road of Sun Shine Canyon.

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Sourdough Trail

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tedwarm

Distance

11.65mi

Elevation +

1440f

TrailRank

20

The sourdough trail starts near the Peak to Peak highway north of Nederland and climbs to the Brainard lake road. It is a great ride with lots of climbing, and short technical sections. Out and back, best done from the s...

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Doudy Draw and loop beyond

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Pierre K.

Distance

17.46mi

Elevation +

1079f

TrailRank

19

This is one big loop (ignore the icon). Start in south Boulder where a bicycle underpass crosses Broadway (Hwy. 93). Head south on Old Marshall Rd. to MTB trail system up to Marshall Lake and beyond to Dowdy Draw. The be...

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Three Sisters 2015

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Kenny Davis

Distance

7.14mi

Elevation +

1096f

TrailRank

19

Some really fun trails near Evergreen, CO For more information please visit Mountain Bike Arkansas - www.mtbark.com

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Betasso Ride 2015

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Kenny Davis

Distance

6.79mi

Elevation +

646f

TrailRank

19

A good trail for the novice and beginner ride near Boulder, CO For more information please visit Mountain Bike Arkansas - www.mtbark.com

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Village trail, mountain village, boomerang, valley floor, carhenge - Telluride

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docron71

Distance

6.56mi

Elevation +

387f

TrailRank

19

A fun, flowy, nearly all downhill ride from the top of the gondola back to the town of Telluride. Boomerang is rated a black however is just a steep double-wide with loose Rock.

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Telegraph Trails 2001

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Kenny Davis

Distance

11.60mi

Elevation +

1742f

TrailRank

19

A really nice network of trails located in Durango, CO For more information please visit Mountain Bike Arkansas - www.mtbark.com

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Marshall Mesa Grand Loop

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tedwarm

Distance

22.72mi

Elevation +

1388f

TrailRank

19

This is a mountain bike ride following the outer trails of Grand Mesa. It includes the Spring Brook trail and Doudy Draw.

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Wildcat Mountain Loop

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Lingon

Distance

13.36mi

Elevation +

5180f

TrailRank

19

Highlands Ranch ride. Up Monarch blvd, around 2 Wildcat mountain loops, continue up to Castle Pines North and over towards Daniels Park. Mostly staying on the East/West trail.

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Kokopelli Trails 2001

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Kenny Davis

Distance

10.14mi

Elevation +

1119f

TrailRank

19

Nice trail system just out of Fruita, CO For more information please visit Mountain Bike Arkansas - www.mtbark.com

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The Colorado Trail

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AngelaSantos

Distance

20.22mi

Elevation +

5604f

TrailRank

17

The Colorado Trail is popular with mountain bikers and the great variety along the Trail interests a broad range of cyclists from beginners to hard cores. Families with young kids enjoy biking from the Denver trailhead a...

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