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NCAR Hill – Shanahan Hill loop from Culinary School of the Rockies

NCAR Hill – Shanahan Hill loop from Culinary School of the Rockies

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NCAR Hill – Shanahan Hill loop from Culinary School of the Rockies

00:52

16.6km

310m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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6.25 km

NCAR Hill

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

The NCAR, or National Center for Atmospheric Research, Hill is a popular climb in south Boulder up to the NCAR Laboratory. You get great views of the unique building as well as of the Flatirons and surrounding hills.

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8.40 km

NCAR Vistors Center

Highlight • Monument

After a nice little climb just outside Boulder, warm up or cool down at the NCAR visitors center. Enjoy great views and learn about atmospheric research. Then it’s time for …

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12.7 km

Shanahan Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

At the top of the hill, you'll discover fantastic views of the surrounding mountains. Enjoy the added bonus of scenic views of the Flatirons and blooming spring wildflowers.

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16.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.7 km

970 m

864 m

103 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.5 km

111 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,860 m)

Lowest point (1,660 m)

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Saturday 30 May

23°C

11°C

49 %

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NCAR Hill – Shanahan Hill loop from Culinary School of the Rockies

NCAR Hill

NCAR Vistors Center

Shanahan Hill

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