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Cottonwood Pass – Cottonwood Pass - West Side ⛰️ 🚴 (Gravel) loop from Buena Vista

Cottonwood Pass – Cottonwood Pass - West Side ⛰️ 🚴 (Gravel) loop from Buena Vista

Hard

4.7

(1036)

15,147

riders

Cottonwood Pass – Cottonwood Pass - West Side ⛰️ 🚴 (Gravel) loop from Buena Vista

06:26

111km

2,170m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 9, 2026

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Includes segments with temporary access restrictions. Check ahead to confirm restricted segments are open to the public.

After 14.3 km for 18.2 km

After 79.7 km for 18.2 km

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258 m

Mine Entrance

Highlight • Structure

Off to the side from the pavilion with info boards. Water usually is pooling out the gate so don't step too close.

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771 m

East Main Street (Downtown Buena Vista)

Highlight (Segment) • Settlement

Buena Vista is a small town right on the Arkansas River at the base of the Collegiate Mountains. It is popular with outdoor enthusiasts for its access to rafting, hiking, …

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32.4 km

Cottonwood Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Cottonwood Pass is the high point along the road between Buena Vista and Taylor Park Reservoir. This point on the road is well above treeline and is along the Colorado …

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38.8 km

Cottonwood Pass Road

Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass

Cottonwood Pass Road is a breathtaking route leading to and from Cottonwood Pass. This road is a favorite among cyclists, and it's open from May to October. It's renowned for …

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56.0 km

Taylor Park Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The Taylor Reservoir and Taylor River help make up the Taylor Canyon and Park recreation areas. This is an awesome spot for a load of outdoor activities, and this section …

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58.2 km