Bear Creek Greenway – Davidson Mesa Overlook loop from CU Events Center

Bear Creek Greenway – Davidson Mesa Overlook loop from CU Events Center

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Bear Creek Greenway – Davidson Mesa Overlook loop from CU Events Center

02:35

39.6km

440m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel 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: October 9, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.83 km

Bear Creek Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Bear Creek Greenway meanders along the creek for many miles. It offers a paved trail lined with trees beside the water, with residential backyards on the opposite side.

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11.0 km

Mayhoffer Trail

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We don’t recommend this trail after snowy conditions. Trail becomes a snow/mud soup due to shady conditions.

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16.1 km

Meadowlark Trail

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The Meadowlark Trail forms the eastern leg of the famous Dirty Bismark loop. The views over the adjoining open spaces are a delight and the easy grade is inviting to riders of all levels.

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17.3 km

View to Davidson Mesa Open Space

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The views from here are amazing. It shows just how wide and open Davidson Mesa Open Space is. It's a great place to stop for a pause.

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21.4 km

Marshall Mesa view

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Great views of Marshall Mesa and the Flat Irons along the Coalton Trail.

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32.1 km

Davidson Mesa Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this overlook, which has a bike repair station if needed, you get fantastic, sweeping views of the Flatirons and the town of Boulder.

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36.6 km

The US 36 Bikeway, spanning 16 miles across Adams, Boulder, Broomfield, and Jefferson counties, provides a safe and convenient non-motorized route between Denver and Boulder. The trail, separated from traffic …

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