The best road cycling routes around Jasper

There are 7 road cycling routes available around Jasper, offering a variety of experiences for cyclists. These routes are rated by the komoot community with an average score of 4.0 stars.

Road cycling routes around Jasper feature varied terrain, including rolling hills and significant elevation gains. The network offers options for both moderate and difficult ability levels, with 5 routes classified as difficult and 2 as moderate. You can expect forested roads and routes passing by local reservoirs.

Yes, Jasper offers several challenging routes. For instance, the Dawsonville to Dawson Forest Wildlife Management Area loop is a difficult 65.7-mile (105.7 km) path with over 5,100 feet (1500 meters) of elevation gain. Another demanding option is the Hollis Q Lathem Reservoir loop from Amicalola River Access at Lindsy Ford, which covers 120 km with over 1700 meters of ascent.

A popular loop is the Dawson Forest Wildlife Management Area loop via Fausett Lake, a 35.8-mile (57.6 km) trail with over 3,300 feet (1000 meters) of elevation gain. Another local favorite is the Moore Lake loop from Ball Ground, a 21.3-mile (34.2 km) trail through the local countryside.

Yes, several routes in the Jasper area feature reservoirs. The Hollis Q Lathem Reservoir loop from Amicalola River Access at Lindsy Ford is a challenging route that passes by the Hollis Q Lathem Reservoir. Additionally, the Dawson Forest Wildlife Management Area loop via Fausett Lake includes views of Fausett Lake.

The longest road cycling route is the Hollis Q Lathem Reservoir loop from Amicalola River Access at Lindsy Ford, spanning 120.1 km (74.6 miles) with over 1700 meters of elevation gain, typically taking around 6 hours and 17 minutes to complete.

The shortest road cycling route listed is the Moore Lake loop from Ball Ground, which is 34.2 km (21.3 miles) long and can typically be completed in about 1 hour and 49 minutes.

The road cycling routes in Jasper are highly rated by the komoot community, with an average score of 4.0 stars from over 1 review. More than 40 road cyclists have used komoot to explore Jasper's varied terrain, often appreciating the significant elevation changes and forested roads.

Yes, routes like the Dawson Forest Wildlife Management Area loop via Fausett Lake, which is 57.6 km and takes about 3 hours and 5 minutes, or the Fausett Lake loop from Dorris Wigginton Park, South Parking (48 km, approx. 2 hours 50 minutes), are good options for a half-day cycling adventure.

You can expect to cycle through forested areas and past local reservoirs, with routes characterized by rolling hills and notable ascents and descents. The region offers a mix of natural scenery typical of the area's landscape.

The routes around Jasper feature significant elevation changes. For example, the Dawson Forest Wildlife Management Area loop via Fausett Lake has over 3,300 feet (1000 meters) of elevation gain, and the Dawsonville to Dawson Forest Wildlife Management Area loop includes over 5,100 feet (1500 meters) of elevation.