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Soda Mountain Trail – Steamboat Springs

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Colorado

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Soda Mountain Trail – Steamboat Springs

Hard

2.5

(22)

riders

Soda Mountain Trail – Steamboat Springs

04:23

41.1km

1,040m

Mountain biking

If you're up for a real backcountry adventure and love technical climbs, then the Soda Mountain Trail is right for you.

Opened in 2020, this varied route is a real insider tip for anyone who likes to ride through remote places and enjoy viewpoints all to themselves. This path is…

Last updated: December 17, 2025

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Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest

Mount Zirkel Wilderness

Waypoints

Dry Lake Trailhead

Highlight • Parking

Although the parking lot is quite big, the trailhead fills up quickly especially when the aspens shimmer golden in late September. Check this webcam before you drive up to the …

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28.8 km

Soda Mountain Trail – Climbing Section

Highlight • Climb

The climb up to Soda Mountain is fun, but really technical. The trail is steep, rocky and remote. Only a handful of mountain bikers will master all sections without a foot touch at the ground.

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29.4 km

Soda Mountain Summit

Highlight • Summit

Congratulations! You've reached the Soda Mountain Summit. Take a break and enjoy the sweeping views from the 10,810 foot summit before you tackle the downhill.

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30.2 km

Soda Mountain Trail – Downhill Section

Highlight • MTB Park

Compared to the technical climb the downhill part of the Soda Mountain Trail is relatively smooth and flowy. The trail offers a few features for advanced riders that are jumpable …

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41.1 km

Dry Lake Trailhead

Highlight • Parking

Although the parking lot is quite big, the trailhead fills up quickly especially when the aspens shimmer golden in late September. Check this webcam before you drive up to the …

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

37.1 km

3.90 km

116 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

39.7 km

1.43 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (3,270 m)

Lowest point (2,490 m)

Weather

Today

Friday 29 May

18°C

6°C

68 %

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