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Lake Estes – Lake Estes loop from Estes Park

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Lake Estes – Lake Estes loop from Estes Park

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Lake Estes – Lake Estes loop from Estes Park

02:35

40.0km

490m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 9, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 18.4 km for 98 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.91 km

Big Thompson River

Highlight • River

The Big Thompson River runs through Estes Park and Lake Estes. It is a nice sight along the trail and a popular local spot for fishing.

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3.99 km

Lake Estes

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful pond at the gateway to Rocky Mountains NP. The pedestrian path goes all around the lake and you can admire a wonderful panorama

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6.80 km

Lake Estes

Highlight • Lake

Nestled on the outskirts of Estes Park in Northern Colorado, Lake Estes stands proudly as a scenic water reservoir, situated at an elevation of 7522 feet.

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23.5 km

In the heart of the Rocky Mountain National Park, it can be hard to find a spot for the night. Since it is a popular and busy area, accomodations are expensive. The Tiny Town Cabins are kind of affordable, depending on the season and you will stay in a lovely little cabin with a front porch with awesome views. There are numerous restaurants around the cabins as well as a store and a gas station. The cabins have a small kitchen with an oven.

trouthavenresorts.com/accommodations/tiny-town-cabins

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36.3 km

Lake Estes

Highlight • Lake

Created by the construction of the Olympus Dam, Lake Estes is a 185-acre reservoir on the Big Thompson River. It's idyllic location is further heightened by the chance of spotting some truly majestic wildlife.

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40.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.9 km

6.36 km

5.65 km

3.07 km

2.64 km

368 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

21.0 km

18.5 km

297 m

194 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,480 m)

Lowest point (2,260 m)

Weather

Today

Saturday 22 August

27°C

13°C

85 %

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