2.9 km away
Columbine Loop
A short but sweep loop close to Salida providing a taste of the alpine.
Moderate Mountain Biking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 459 m
- Descent
- 459 m
Rainbow Trail: Bear Creek Road to Hayden Creek Campground
Salida
A long section of the point-to-point Rainbow Trail
Mountain Biking Severe
- Distance
- 24 km
- Ascent
- 967 m
- Descent
- 1.3 km
- Duration
- 2-3 hrs
- Low Point
- 2.4 km
- High Point
- 3 km
- Gradient
- 10˚
A long section of the point-to-point Rainbow Trail from Bear Creek Road to Hayden Creek Campground. This section of the trail is mostly used by motos and consequently, many sections are very, very difficult to mountain bike. Expect extended sections of hike-a-bike through this area.
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.
Similar routes nearby
5.9 km away
Gutz Descent
A rowdy fall line descent dropping thousands of feet down to the town of Salida.
Severe Mountain Biking
- Distance
- 5.4 km
- Ascent
- 13 m
- Descent
- 587 m
8.6 km away
Bear Creek Loop
A long loop with big climbs from downtown Salida, the singletrack is fast and flowy, making for a great cross country ride.
Moderate Mountain Biking
- Distance
- 42 km
- Ascent
- 1.2 km
- Descent
- 1.2 km
8.6 km away
Sol Train West -> Solstice Loop
With the addition of Solstice, Salida finally boasts a true downhill flow trail!
Moderate Mountain Biking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 302 m
- Descent
- 302 m
9.5 km away
Spartan Loop
Salida's flowiest, most beginner-friendly loop offers up gorgeous mountain views.
Easy Mountain Biking
- Distance
- 8.8 km
- Ascent
- 147 m
- Descent
- 147 m
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Guidebooks in this area
14 routes · Mountain Biking
Pedal Both Alpine and Desert on Salida’s Best MTB Trails
4 routes · Mountain Biking
The 4 Flowiest Rides in Salida, Colorado
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