Glenwood Canyon Recreation Trail in Colorado State

Glenwood Canyon Recreation Trail

As one of the more popular trails along the Colorado River, this cycling path has plenty to offer in terms of scenic landscapes.

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Glenwood Canyon Recreation Trail Details

As one of the more popular trails along the Colorado River, this cycling path has plenty to offer in terms of scenic landscapes. It connects Glenwood Springs with Dotsero while also taking you to pat numerous parks, nature trails, and riverbank overlooks. But even if you do not stop, the surrounding landscape of jagged canyons and tree-covered hills alone is worth the ride. And at just 14.4-miles long, it is not too long or strenuous of a ride. Most of the time it is flat and well-paved, although there are some sections that can be a little steep.

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Nearby Parks Around Glenwood Canyon Recreation Trail

Compare nearby parks around Glenwood Canyon Recreation Trail when deciding whether to expand the route after this stop.

71.4 mi away

Black Canyon

National Park · CO

109.4 mi away

Rocky Mountain

National Park · CO

138.6 mi away

Arches

National Park · UT

153.4 mi away

Canyonlands

National Park · UT

159.5 mi away

Great Sand Dunes

National Park · CO

163.8 mi away

Mesa Verde

National Park · CO

Nearby Points of Interest Around Glenwood Canyon Recreation Trail

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0.0 mi away

Glenwood Canyon

Carved by the mighty Colorado River over 3 million years ago this 12.5 mile canyon is one of the largest of its kind in the state.

8.3 mi away

Hanging Lake

Between the emerald, green pools, towering crimson canyons, and gently trickling waterfalls, this dreamy lake is an oasis in the middle of Glenwood Canyon.

12.0 mi away

West Elk Loop

One of the best ways to explore Colorados diverse cultural heritage is by taking this scenic 205-mile loop around its center core.

18.0 mi away

Harvey Gap State Park

At about 6,400 feet, Harvey Gap gives you dramatic views of pinion-juniper woodlands and a fisherman's oasis.

21.2 mi away

Rifle Falls State Park

This popular riparian zone boasts a 70-foot waterfall with limestone caves.