Big Soda Lake – Mount Carbon Viewpoint loop from Ken Caryl

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Big Soda Lake – Mount Carbon Viewpoint loop from Ken Caryl

Moderate

3.1

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Big Soda Lake – Mount Carbon Viewpoint loop from Ken Caryl

02:03

33.4km

320m

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: August 19, 2026

Tips

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Bear Creek Lake Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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8.61 km

Alkire Greenbelt

Nature Reserve

14.2 km

Big Soda Lake

Highlight • Lake

The Little Soda and Big Soda lakes offer a great view of the backcountry. The site is also remarkable for its biodiversity and the variety of birds that live there. Take the time to stop and watch.

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18.6 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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18.6 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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33.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

33.1 km

265 m

Surfaces

32.8 km

300 m