Road Cycling

Road Cycling Areas

• Aspen-Sopris Ranger District

  Aspen-Sopris

  Aspen-Sopris Ranger District manages five Wilderness areas and the spectacular Maroon Bells Scenic Area. The historic Crystal Mill, Ashcroft ghost town, and the small mining town of Marble are all nearby.

• Aspen Area

  The Aspen area is known for its beautiful peaks over 14,000 feet and majestic wilderness experiences. It's home to the Maroon Bells Scenic Area, one of the most iconic areas in Colorado. 

• Dillon Ranger District

  Dillon RD

  Located in the beautiful Summit County and home to four ski resorts and a nordic center, the Dillon Ranger District also has opportunities for hiking, biking, camping and solitude! Whitewater enthusiasts will find opportunities for rafting and kayaking at several sites in the area.

   

• Breckenridge Area

  Breckenridge area

• Frisco Area
  
  
• Summit County Rec Path
• Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District (Vail-Eagle area)

  Eagle-Holy Cross

  The Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District lies between the Gore Range, the Sawatch Range, and the Flat Tops, and includes the forest areas surrounding the towns of Vail, Avon, Red Cliff, Eagle, Gypsum, and Dotsero.
  Recreation opportunities abound!

• SE Flat Tops Area

  The SE Flat Tops Area is north of Dotsero and I-70, and is primarily accessed by Forest Service Roads heading northwest off of the Colorado River Road between Dotsero and Burns. This area is part of the Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District.

• Glenwood Canyon Recreation Path
• Black Lakes Picnic Site
• Gore Creek Campground
• Vail Pass/Tenmile Canyon National Recreation
• East & West Divide Creek Area

  Access West Divide via County Road 331 and East Divide via County Road 313. Both out of Silt

• Rifle Area

  The Rifle area includes several attractions within a 30 to 45 minute drive of the City of Rifle. To the north of I-70, visitors can spend the afternoon at the Spruce Picnic Area, take a hike on the Three Forks Trail. This area also provides access to Coulter Mesa, which features miles of motorized routes through aspen stands and open meadows. 

  To the south of I-70, visitors can explore the Beaver Creek Trail, the Mamm Creek Drainage, and the eastern part of the Battlement Mesa. Good hunting and dispersed camping opportunities are available on both sides of I-70.

  All services, including food, gas, and lodging, are available in the City of Rifle.

  Access roads into this part of the Forest are typically suitable for all highway legal passenger vehicles. The major exception is Little Box Road (FR-825) northeast of Coulter Lake, which should only be attempted by high-clearance vehicles. Please refer to the Rifle Ranger District’s summer and winter Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUMs) for detailed information on motorized access routes. MVUM s are available for free at the Rifle Ranger District office.