The Original Growler: Big Bad 40
The longest version of the Original Growler course.
Difficult Mountain Biking
- Distance
- 63 km
- Ascent
- 1.5 km
- Descent
- 1.5 km
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The longest version of the Original Growler course.
Difficult Mountain Biking
Pedal the most remote trails in the Hartman Rocks trail system.
Difficult Mountain Biking
A fantastic pedal-friendly loop through the Signal Peak trails.
Moderate Mountain Biking
A fantastic quick rip in the heart of the Signal Peak Trail System
Moderate Mountain Biking
A fantastic beginner ride accessible directly from the outskirts of Gunnison.
Easy Mountain Biking
The classic Growler course. One loop only gets you a Half Growler: you'll have to do two for a Full Growler!
Difficult Mountain Biking
The easiest trails at the Lunch Loops.
Easy Mountain Biking
Some people say that "Trump Shuttles Cottonwood," but if Trump can do it, then why not you too?
Severe Mountain Biking
A perennial crowd pleaser that winds through beautiful rock formations.
Severe Mountain Biking
Hands-down the best double black diamond pedal ride in the Lunch Loops trail system.
Extreme Mountain Biking
The shortest version of this iconic shuttle run.
Extreme Mountain Biking
A masterfully-built downhill flow trail.
Difficult Mountain Biking
Arguably the best bang-for-your-buck loop on Green Mountain.
Moderate Mountain Biking
A formidable trail dropping from the Royal Gorge Park to Canon City far below.
Difficult Mountain Biking
A classic, flowy XC ride just outside of Fairplay.
Moderate Mountain Biking
An easy but incredibly scenic gravel path through Canon City and into the Royal Gorge.
Easy Mountain Biking