Start of the Colorado Trail – Lake views loop from Littleton - Mineral

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Start of the Colorado Trail – Lake views loop from Littleton - Mineral

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Start of the Colorado Trail – Lake views loop from Littleton - Mineral

04:48

59.0km

380m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 7, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 4.56 km for 1.94 km

Customers only

After 48.7 km for 2.61 km

Customers only

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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8.60 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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25.2 km

South Platte Canyon Road

Highlight (Segment) • Canyon

This dirt trail takes you through a beautiful canyon to a scenic overlook of the South Platte River.

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33.2 km

Strontia Springs Dam

Highlight • Monument

Great place to see the Strontia Springs Dam. There are picnic tables and restrooms before the road turns to single track.

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42.9 km

Start of the Colorado Trail

Highlight • Trail

Heading from north to south, you can start the Colorado Trail here at the edge of Denver at Waterton Canyon.

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43.2 km

Waterton Canyon Recreation Area – Colorado Trail Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

This is the trail head for segment 1 of the Colorado Trail. There is a vault toilet and parking at the trail head.

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47.7 km

Chatfield State Park

Highlight • Lake

Chatfield State Park is a state park that centers around the 1,423-acre South Platte River-fed Chatfield Reservoir. It offers biking and hiking trails, boating, fishing, and picnicking.

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55.3 km

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 outdoor activities like fishing, kayaking, and wildlife watching. It flows through urban areas and the backcountry.

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56.3 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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59.0 km

End point

Train Station

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