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Grand Traverse / Cougar Ridge Mountain Biking Trails
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The Grand Traverse Trail is one of the most popular rides in the Vail region, exploring the back bowls of Vail Mountain on winding singletrack. As the trail tops out at just under 11,000 feet, riders can thrill in breathtaking views of the Sawatch Range and the Mount of the Holy Cross. The less crowded Cougar Ridge Trail can be used to connect to US 24 and the Vail Bike Path for a challenging, but rewarding loop.
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The Basics |
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Location: |
South of Vail |
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| Technical Difficulty: |
Intermediate
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| Aerobic Difficulty: |
Difficult |
| Length: |
21 mile loop |
| Elevation: |
2,800 feet |
| Time to Allow: |
3 to 4 hours |
| Season: |
July to October |
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Directions to Trailhead |
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From Vail, take South Frontage Road to the Lionshead parking lot. Ride east on West Meadow Drive, and turn south on Bridge Street. The Grand Traverse Trail begins from the base of the Vista Bahn Express Lift.
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