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Turquoise Lake – Turquoise Lake loop from Turquoise Lake

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United States

Colorado

Lake County

Turquoise Lake – Turquoise Lake loop from Turquoise Lake

Hard

2.8

(21)

riders

Turquoise Lake – Turquoise Lake loop from Turquoise Lake

02:25

33.2km

500m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

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San Isabel National Forest

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3.10 km

Turquoise Lake

Highlight • Lake

The first half of the Turquoise Lake Trail passes by multiple USFS campgrounds, fishing areas, boat ramps, public beaches, picnic spots, and viewing areas. There is a separate singletrack trail …

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11.0 km

The Boulevard is a favoured dirt road among cyclists and runners. Serving as the start and finish of the Leadville 100 course, it offers gentle inclines and declines throughout, making it accessible and enjoyable for riders of varying skill levels.

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19.1 km

Turquoise Lake

Highlight • Lake

Turquoise Lake is an 1,800-acre alpine lake five miles outside Leadville. Named for the turquoise mine that was once there, it's now a recreational destination. The land surrounding Turquoise Lake …

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19.3 km

Turquoise Lake

Highlight • Lake

Turqoise Lake is an 1,800-acre alpine lake five miles outside Leadville. Named for the turquoise mine that was once there, it's now a recreational destination. The land surrounding Turquoise Lake …

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25.5 km

May Queen Campground

Highlight • Rest Area

May Queen Campground serves as the western terminus of Turquoise Lake Trail. There is river/lake beach access from the campground parking area, and you can even walk out onto the …

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33.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.9 km

3.80 km

1.22 km

313 m

Surfaces

20.3 km

7.20 km

5.50 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (3,120 m)

Lowest point (2,940 m)

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Sunday 23 August

21°C

7°C

84 %

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