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Roan Cliffs Mountain Biking Trail
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The Roan Cliffs area northwest of Rifle contains a network of trails through rolling hills covered in piñon/juniper woodlands and grass meadows. The views from the cliffs of the surrounding desert landscape are starkly beautiful. Several trails with varying degrees of difficulty allow riders to choose a route suitable for their level of skill and difficulty.
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The Basics |
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Location: |
West of Rifle (about an hour's drive east of Grand Junction) |
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| Technical Difficulty: |
Intermediate
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| Aerobic Difficulty: |
Moderate |
| Elevation: |
1,000 feet |
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Spring to Fall |
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Directions to Trailhead |
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Go north on Highway 13 about 18 miles to Rio Blanco and turn west about 5 miles on to the Cow Creek Road. Turn south on this road and travel about 15 miles into the area. An alternate access is to go north of Rifle on Highway 13 about 3 miles and turn on the JQS road. Caution, the JQS road is narrow, steep and may be blocked by rockslides. It is very slippery when wet, but the scenic views are outstanding.
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Guides & Outfitters |
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 Share in the adventure of a Rim Tours Mountain Bike Tour! Join one of our moderate Full-Day or Half-Day rides. Guided Tours are also available on intermediate to advanced trails including The Slickrock Trail, Porcupine Rim, Flat Pass, Blue Buffalo and more! |
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