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Bridge over South Platte River – Mount Carbon Loop loop from Alameda

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Bridge over South Platte River – Mount Carbon Loop loop from Alameda

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Bridge over South Platte River – Mount Carbon Loop loop from Alameda

03:14

53.9km

230m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 8, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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9.47 km

Bridge over South Platte River

Highlight • Bridge

Close to this bridge the Bear Creek flows into the South Platte River – and therefore several river trails also meet at exact this bridge: The Bear Creek River Trail, the Platte River Trail and the Mary Carter Greenway Trail all connect to each other at this point. Besides you have a pretty nice view over the river.

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24.5 km

Mount Carbon Loop

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great views and a good climb. Not very technical, but don't forget to bring your legs.

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26.7 km

Mount Carbon Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Mount Carbon dominates Bear Creek Lake State Park, near the eastern entrance to the park, rising to an elevation of 6,000 feet (1759 meters). It offers a great vantage point from which to view the early ranges of the Rocky Mountains.

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26.7 km

View of Denver Skyline from Mt. Carbon Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a nice overlook near Mt. Carbon, with expansive views of the Denver skyline, Bear Lake Park, and Mount Falcon Park in the background. Bear Creek Trail ends here, making it a great spot to pause, sit for a bit, and enjoy the views.

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34.4 km

Stone House Lake

Highlight • Lake

Stone House Lake is situated amongst beautiful lawns, mature trees and plant beds. It is right next to a car park and also located along the Greenbelt Trail. There is a picnic area and public toilets near the lake.

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49.7 km

Platte River Trail bridge

Highlight • Bridge

There are lovely views in both directions over the South Platte River from the trail of the same name. This humble water course provides the main supply of water for eastern Colorado.

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53.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

50.2 km

1.53 km

1.02 km

597 m

494 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

43.5 km

8.16 km

1.67 km

567 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,750 m)

Lowest point (1,590 m)

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Monday 6 July

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Bridge over South Platte River – Mount Carbon Loop loop from Alameda

Bridge over South Platte River

Mount Carbon Loop

Mount Carbon Viewpoint

View of Denver Skyline from Mt. Carbon Overlook

Stone House Lake

Platte River Trail bridge

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