Platte River Trail bridge – Bridge over South Platte River loop from 10th & Osage

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Platte River Trail bridge – Bridge over South Platte River loop from 10th & Osage

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Platte River Trail bridge – Bridge over South Platte River loop from 10th & Osage

03:49

62.2km

190m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 60.6 km for 59 m

Discouraged

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.06 km

Platte River Trail bridge

Highlight • Bridge

There are lovely views in both directions over the South Platte River from the trail of the same name. This humble water course provides the main supply of water for eastern Colorado.

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9.24 km

South Platte River at Grant-Frontier Park

Highlight • River

Grant-Frontier Park sits right on the South Platte River and is the site of the old Montana City, built in the 1850s. Today, visitors can find paved trails, playgrounds, restrooms, and benches.

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12.3 km

Bridge over South Platte River

Highlight • Bridge

Close to this bridge the Bear Creek flows into the South Platte River – and therefore several river trails also meet at exact this bridge: The Bear Creek River Trail, …

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19.3 km

Lee Gulch and Mary Carter Trail Intersection

Highlight • Trail

This point marks the intersection and trailhead for the Lee Gulch Trail and the Mary Carter Trail. This major trail junction is along the shores of the South Platte River …

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31.9 km

View of the mountains from High Line Canal Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

From here, you can catch some nice views of the mountain "skyline" in the distance. There's also lots of pedaling both ahead and behind you: The High Line Canal Trail is more than 70 miles long.

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33.0 km

High Line Canal Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A ride on the Highline Canal trail is always a good one. This trail is a great one for anyone just looking to get out and get some exercise. It …

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41.4 km

Marjorie Perry Nature Preserve

Highlight • Lake

Explore the beauty of the Marjorie Perry Nature Preserve, with soft-surface trails winding through diverse habitats like grasslands, wetlands, and wooded areas. The preserve has views of the Rocky Mountains …

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56.6 km

Smith Lake & Fishing Pond

Highlight • Lake

Smith Lake and Fishing Pond are two small reservoirs in Washington Park. The park is a super popular place for exercise on two feet. From walking, to running workouts, to …

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62.2 km

End point

Train Station

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