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Rio Grande Trail – Carbondale loop from Eagle Mountain Wilderness Study Area

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Pitkin County

Rio Grande Trail – Carbondale loop from Eagle Mountain Wilderness Study Area

Hard

3.3

(4)

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Rio Grande Trail – Carbondale loop from Eagle Mountain Wilderness Study Area

07:10

108km

970m

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: June 30, 2026

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White River National Forest

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26.6 km

Rio Grande Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Rio Grande Trail is 42 miles between Glenwood Springs and Aspen. The trail is fully paved and traffic-free, except for crossings at intersections.

This is a beautiful section that takes you into Carbondale.

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42.7 km

Carbondale

Highlight • Settlement

Carbondale is a picturesque town located at the base of Mt. Sopris and confluence of the Crystal and Roaring Fork Rivers. National Geographic Adventure Magazine has ranked it as one of "The Top 10 Adventure Towns in the U.S.", so there is no shortage of outdoor activities. It is also a "Certified Colorado Creative District", so it has a vibrant art scene as well.

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69.2 km

Rio Grande Trail

Highlight • Trail

77.2 km

Woody Creek Tavern

Highlight • Pub

Right off the bike path! You can take the Rio Grande Trail that meanders along the Roaring Fork River and go to this super fun Old West Tavern. The food is delicious, the drinks are great, and there is a ton of bike racks and outdoor or indoor seating.

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92.2 km

Top of Watson Divide

Highlight • Summit

The road up to the top of Watson Divide is a well-maintained dirt road. The climb is challenging, but it is worth it for the view at the top.

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108 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

67.9 km

38.4 km

1.38 km

Surfaces

67.7 km

26.2 km

13.8 km

Elevation

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Highest point (2,560 m)

Lowest point (1,880 m)

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Today

Thursday 9 July

26°C

11°C

64 %

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Rio Grande Trail

Carbondale

Rio Grande Trail

Woody Creek Tavern

Top of Watson Divide

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