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East of Aspen Trail loop from Difficult Campground

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Colorado

Pitkin County

East of Aspen Trail loop from Difficult Campground

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East of Aspen Trail loop from Difficult Campground

01:23

21.7km

180m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 30, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 8.70 km for 138 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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6.14 km

East of Aspen Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The East of Aspen Trail is a gravel trail that runs east alongside the Roaring Fork River. It is a great trail for hiking, running and biking with serene river and mountain views along the way.

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10.6 km

Rio Grande Trail through Newberry Park

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Beautiful section of the Rio Grande Trail that runs next to Roaring Fork River through Newberry Park and Rio Grande Park. The parks have restrooms, picnic benches, and parking.

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17.3 km

North Star Nature Preserve (South Gate)

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The North Star Nature Preserve is an access point to the Roaring Fork River. There is kayaking access, access to the East of Aspen Trail, and parking at this south …

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18.2 km

North Star Nature Preserve (South Gate)

Highlight • Natural

The North Star Nature Preserve is an access point to the Roaring Fork River. There is kayaking access, access to the East of Aspen Trail, and parking at this south …

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21.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.93 km

4.83 km

3.56 km

3.19 km

1.04 km

164 m

Surfaces

12.9 km

4.21 km

3.28 km

1.18 km

164 m

Elevation

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Thursday 30 July

22°C

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45 %

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East of Aspen Trail loop from Difficult Campground

East of Aspen Trail

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North Star Nature Preserve (South Gate)

North Star Nature Preserve (South Gate)

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