Mountain Lion Trail Loop
A high-value loop in Golden Gate Canyon.
Mountain Biking Severe
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 489 m
- Descent
- 489 m
- Duration
- 1-2 hrs
- Low Point
- 2.3 km
- High Point
- 2.7 km
- Gradient
- 9˚
Golden Gate Canyon State Park is a haven for hikers and runners, protecting some of the most beautiful terrain on the Colorado Front Range. The park is separated from the urban centers and metropolitan sprawl of the Denver area, but it's still only 14 miles up the road from the town of Golden.
Description
The Mountain Lion Trail Loop is separated from the most popular area of Golden Gate Canyon, providing a slightly less-crowded adventure but with comparably beautiful scenery! On this hike, you'll enjoy whispering aspen groves, towering pine forests, and gorgeous views of the surrounding mountains from the occasional break in the trees.
The loop consists of a mix of flowing singletrack, technical trails, and forest service roads. Expect varied terrain and a mix of obstacles, ranging from narrow benchcut trails to technical rock gardens and some steep grades.
Difficulty
Severe
Widely variable, narrow trail tread with steeper grades and unavoidable obstacles of 15in/38cm tall or less. Obstacles may include unavoidable bridges 24in/61cm wide or less, large rocks, gravel, difficult root sections, and more. Ideal for advanced-level riders.
Best time to visit
Features
- Flow
- Technical
- Singletrack
- In the forest
- Rock Gardens