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Maroon Creek Road Mountain Biking Trail
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This paved road climbs up from Aspen to the Maroon Lake parking area, offering a spectacular viewpoint of the famous Maroon Bells. These majestic peaks are one of the most photographed landmarks in Colorado. The road is closed to private motor vehicles during peak times, so bikers don't have to compete with heavy traffic. It is quite a climb up to the viewpoint area, but the result is well worth the trip.
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The Basics |
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Location: |
Southwest of town |
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| Technical Difficulty: |
Beginner
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| Aerobic Difficulty: |
Difficult |
| Length: |
21 miles round-trip |
| Elevation: |
1,800 feet |
| Time to Allow: |
3 to 4 hours |
| Season: |
Mid-Summer to Fall |
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Directions to Trailhead |
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From US 82 in the western outskirts of Aspen, turn south onto Maroon Creek Road.
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