Glenwood Canyon Trail

Description

The Glenwood Canyon Trail ride is a beautiful 32 mile out and back ride that follows along the Glenwood Canyon bike path.  The paved path follows along I-70 and the Colorado River.

The path heading along the Colorado River

Hazards

The trail is a little narrow for its popularity and has a number of blind curves so you have to take it slow around the corners.

The Route

From Glenwood Springs near the pool head east on the Glenwood Canyon Trail which follows along I-70 until you reach the end of the trail, then head back down to Glenwood Springs.

Difficulty

The ride is very easy with only a slight grade heading east climbing approximately 500 feet which makes it a good ride to take the family along.

Overall Rating:

The Glenwood Canyon trail is probably one of the best bike paths in Colorado if not the United States.  Stunning views of the canyon and the river are around every corner. 

 

Glenwood Canyon and the Colorado River