South Platte Reservoir – View from Chatfield Dam loop from Littleton - Mineral

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South Platte Reservoir – View from Chatfield Dam loop from Littleton - Mineral

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South Platte Reservoir – View from Chatfield Dam loop from Littleton - Mineral

01:45

28.3km

130m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 29, 2026

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Chatfield State Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.24 km

South Platte Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

On this stretch of the bike path, you can enjoy panoramic views of Eaglewatch, Redtail and Blackrock lakes. The trail winds between the lakes, making it a very pleasant ride.

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6.05 km

View from Chatfield Dam

Highlight • Viewpoint

Here you'll find an excellent viewpoint over the Chatfield Reservoir.

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13.2 km

The Chatfield Internal Trail gets right up next to the 1,423-acre lake. The majority of the trail is on dirt and gravel, but there is a tiny section of pavement when you get close to the main observation deck.

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19.5 km

Chatfield Dam Trail (gravel section)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

View from the gravel section of the Dam Trail. Nice views of the foothills and the suburbs from the Dam Trail.

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21.3 km

Chatfield Dam Trail (Paved Section)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This short, paved trail is wheelchair accessible and provides a vantage point to watch boats, appreciate the mountain views, or spectate the dog park! In the summer/spring bugs can be …

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25.1 km

South Platte River

Highlight • River

The South Platte River, originating in the mountains of central Colorado at the Continental Divide, flows a total distance of about 439 miles. The river is a hot spot for …

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26.1 km

Lake views

Highlight • Lake

On this stretch of the bike path, you can enjoy panoramic views of Eaglewatch, Redtail and Blackrock lakes. The trail winds between the lakes, making it a very pleasant ride.

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28.3 km

End point

Train Station

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