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Shanahan Hill – NCAR Hill loop from Coyote Ridge Open Space

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United States
Colorado
Boulder County
Superior

Shanahan Hill – NCAR Hill loop from Coyote Ridge Open Space

Hard

3.3

(2)

58

riders

Shanahan Hill – NCAR Hill loop from Coyote Ridge Open Space

02:22

36.4km

500m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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15.3 km

Shanahan Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

At the top of the hill, you'll discover fantastic views of the surrounding mountains. Enjoy the added bonus of scenic views of the Flatirons and blooming spring wildflowers.

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17.5 km

NCAR Hill

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

The NCAR, or National Center for Atmospheric Research, Hill is a popular climb in south Boulder up to the NCAR Laboratory. You get great views of the unique building as well as of the Flatirons and surrounding hills.

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3

19.7 km

NCAR Vistors Center

Highlight • Monument

After a nice little climb just outside Boulder, warm up or cool down at the NCAR visitors center. Enjoy great views and learn about atmospheric research. Then it’s time for …

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36.4 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.1 km

3.23 km

1.08 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

33.2 km

3.14 km

151 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,860 m)

Lowest point (1,660 m)

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