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View of the Elk Mountains – Castle Creek Climb loop from Aspen

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United States

Colorado

Pitkin County

View of the Elk Mountains – Castle Creek Climb loop from Aspen

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View of the Elk Mountains – Castle Creek Climb loop from Aspen

02:39

40.8km

570m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

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White River National Forest

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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16.5 km

Ashcroft Ghost Town

Highlight • Historical Site

19.8 km

View of the Elk Mountains

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is what you've been climbing for. Superb up close views of the Elk Mountains, all achieved under your own steam.

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32.3 km

Castle Creek Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Travelling south out of Apen, the Castle Creek Climb offers amazing views of the Elk Mountains and spectacular colours in the fall.

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40.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.6 km

1.22 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

39.6 km

913 m

320 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,970 m)

Lowest point (2,440 m)

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Monday 1 June

24°C

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25 %

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