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Phantom Canyon -> Shelf Road Loop
World-class gravel riding in Canon City!
Difficult Gravel Biking
- Distance
- 113 km
- Ascent
- 1.9 km
- Descent
- 1.9 km
CR 69 Loop
Salida
A logical, medium-length mixed-surface loop departing directly from downtown Canon City
Gravel Biking Moderate
- Distance
- 46 km
- Ascent
- 685 m
- Descent
- 685 m
- Duration
- 3-4 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.6 km
- High Point
- 2 km
- Gradient
- 3˚
This loop combines a short section of Highway 50 with the gravel CR 69, ending on the paved stretch of Garden Park Road (also known as Shelf Road).
Description
After grunting up a short but steep climb on the highway, you'll get to leave the annoying traffic behind for the main feature—the solitude and beautiful gravel of CR 69!
For more miles, consider riding an out-and-back portion of Shelf Road.
Difficulty
Moderate
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1.2 km away
Temple Canyon Road
A rough, remote gravel road passing through beautiful rolling mountains.
Moderate Gravel Biking
- Distance
- 36 km
- Ascent
- 739 m
- Descent
- 739 m
1.2 km away
Canon City -> Westcliffe
An ambitious out-and-back gravel ride to Westcliffe.
Moderate Gravel Biking
- Distance
- 101 km
- Ascent
- 1.7 km
- Descent
- 1.7 km
3.2 km away
Rockvale Loop
A bite-sized gravel loop providing a quick dose of wilderness, just a few miles from Canon City.
Moderate Gravel Biking
- Distance
- 25 km
- Ascent
- 307 m
- Descent
- 307 m
5.9 km away
Arkansas Riverwalk to Tunnel Drive
An easy but incredibly scenic gravel ride through Canon City and into the Royal Gorge.
Easy Gravel Biking
- Distance
- 25 km
- Ascent
- 283 m
- Descent
- 283 m
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