Denver’s Best Mountain Bike Trails
The scorching days of summer are almost over, which means its fast becoming prime peddling season. The Front Range (and all of Colorado) is home to some truly world class mountain bike trails. From mellow loops to all-day wilderness excursions, expeditions are plentiful for any level of rider. Additionally, the incredible plants and wildlife in the area make for stunning views and relaxing natural paradises.
To help our clients get into the spirit of MB season, we’ve compiled a list of Denver’s top mountain bike trails. Our favorites span a wide range of difficulties, so you’re sure to find a trail you can get on with ease. Additionally we’ve included our top picks for mountain bike gear shops, as well as ways to make riding a part of your lifestyle with accessories for your Mercedes-Benz. Get ready to throw up some gravel!
The Top Trails:
A great ride starts with a great trail. Whether it’s the view, the difficulty, or the thrilling single-track downhill, the trail makes the experience. That’s why people mountain bike instead of road bike (although cycling is certainly worth it as well!) Read on for our top picks for Denver’s best mountain bike trails, complete with trail maps!
1) Waterton Canyon
Photo courtesy of RootsRated
Located just outside of Littleton, Waterton Canyon is one of Denver’s premiere recreation sites. Take in the canyon walls and gorgeous river on this easy out-and-back trail. Getting your vehicle serviced? This is a great ride to crush in the meantime, and you’re close enough to the dealership to ride all the way back!
Length: 13 Miles
Difficulty: Easy
2) North Table Loop
Photo courtesy of AllTrails
Golden, Colorado offers a lot to Front Range dwellers: a gorgeous old-town feel, excellent restaurants, and amazing mountain bike trails! North Table Loop is a local favorite, and will get you up high very quickly for some great views of Golden, Denver, and beyond.
Length: 7.5 Miles
Difficulty: Intermediate
3) Elk Meadow & Bergen Peak Loop
Photo courtesy of MTB Project
If you’re willing to drive a bit for your epic ride, there’s nothing that quite tops this roller-coaster of a trail in Evergreen, Colorado. Steep ascents pay off with fast, technical downhill. You’ll want to be in good shape for this one, but it’s well worth the challenge!
Length: 10.7 Miles
Difficulty: Advanced
4) Mule Deer Trail
Photo courtesy of MTB Project
Views abound on this gorgeous jaunt through some of Colorado’s greenest hillsides. It’s also a great chance to explore Golden Gate Canyon State Park, which is a great picnic, hiking, or biking spot in the warmer months. Look out for wildlife!
Length: 9 Miles
Difficulty: Intermediate
Where to Get Geared Up:
Before you hit the trail, you’ll need the top-of-the-line gear. And if you already have a stellar bike, you’ll want it tuned to perfection before getting out onto Denver’s best mountain bike trails. There are dozens of great bike shops in the area, but these three are a cut above the rest:
Turin Bikes: Capital Hill
University Bicycles: West Boulder
Denver Bicycle Cafe: Central Denver
Accessories to Maximize your Riding
Are you ready to make mountain biking a part of your lifestyle? Enable yourself with our best accessories for your luxury vehicle. A bike rack is essential, but we’ve got plenty more where that comes from! All season floor mats will protect your car form all that mud you’re kicking up, and a cargo tray can help organize all your clothing and gear. Visit us anytime for more information, and until then, see you on the trail!
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