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Bakers Tank Loop

The Bakers Tank Loop offers riders an aerobic ride on a combination of singletrack trail and fire roads, with excellent views of the surrounding mountains.

Bakers Tank Loop eventually tops out at an old wooden water tank (the Bakers Tank) and has two options for descent. Riders can choose to return the way climbed for a bit easier way down or to take a tight winding trail that starts off steep with numerous rocks and roots to navigate.



 The Basics

Location: Breckenridge
Technical Difficulty:
Technical sections & steep climbing
Aerobic Difficulty: Moderate
Length: 5+ miles
Multiple options for descent makes for differing ride length
Time to Allow: 2+ hours
Multiple options for descent makes for differing ride length.
Season: July-September


 Some More Things to Know

Bakers Tank Loop is a multi-use area so riders may encounter hikers, trail runners, 4x4s and other users and should follow right of way protocol when meeting other groups. Bakers Tank Loop is located in higher elevation terrain and sudden weather shifts are possible; riders should bring appropriate warm layers in anticipation of this. In addition, riders should be prepared with a stocked repair kit and a first aid kit.





 Directions to Trailhead

Take Route 9 south from Breckenridge toward Blue River. Take a left on Boreas Pass Road and drive toward Boreas Pass. The roadway turns to dirt and parking quickly appears on the left. Park here and






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