Platte River Trail in Colorado State

Platte River Trail

This cycling trail is a great option for anyone who wants to get outside without straying too far from the city limits.

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Platte River Trail Details

This cycling trail is a great option for anyone who wants to get outside without straying too far from the city limits. It travels for 28.5-miles from the Englewood and Henderson neighborhoods of Denver where you will get to see fascinating sights like the Elaine T. Valente Open Space, the Mary Carter Greenway, and Chatfield State Park. The majority of the trail parallels the Platte River, so there are plenty of opportunities to stop and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. It is a leisurely ride even for inexperienced cyclists or families, as there are bicycle traffic circles and smoothly-paved asphalt surfaces the entire route.

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Nearby Parks Around Platte River Trail

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47.4 mi away

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263.2 mi away

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270.9 mi away

Arches

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285.0 mi away

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Platte River Trail

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5.2 mi away

Barr Lake State Park

With 12 miles of multi-use trails, including an 8.8-mile lake loop, bikers and hikers will find tranquility at Barr Lake.

7.6 mi away

Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge

The Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge is a 15,988-acre area just outside of downtown Denver.

8.4 mi away

Big Dry Creek Trail

This 12-mile journey through the Westminster suburb of Denver is a gentle, family-friendly path where you can explore a quieter side of the city.

9.5 mi away

Clear Creek Trail

This trail weaves in and out of downtown Denver, giving cyclists the opportunity to enjoy a mix of urban and nature views.

15.1 mi away

Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge

Consisting of just of 72.2 acres of land with three small ponds, Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge is the smallest urban area in the entire National Wildlife Refuge System.