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Pikes Peak Loop Trail

 6 votes
  1. Areas
  2. CO
  3. …Front Range
  4. …Black Forest
  5. Black Forest Regional Park
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Length

4.8 Miles 7.8 Kilometers


Doubletrack

Elevation

376' 114 m

Ascent

-426' -130 m

Descent

3%

Avg Grade (2°)

10%

Max Grade (6°)

7,556' 2,303 m

High

7,238' 2,206 m

Low

Conditions

All Clear 22 days ago
Dry, Fallen Trees - The trails are undergoing some redoing. Some of the trails in this area are a bit outdated, but the area still has plenty of fun riding area. There was one big fallen tree that I came across. Be aware of some very sandy spots. History
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“A nice, beginner loop through the Cathedral Pines subdivision.”

— Randall Hulsey
GPX File — Driving Directions

Overview

Features: -none-
Family Friendly: This is a very beginner/kid-friendly trail.

Description

The trail runs around the edge of the Cathedral Pines subdivision. Some areas are in the trees, but a lot more of it is open after the Black Forest fire. This trail features some nice flowing roller-coaster rides on the north side. The trail skirts the edge of some homes/lots. Either direction (CW or CCW) results in a nice downhill with gradual climbs back out.

Contacts

Local Club: Black Forest Trails Association

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Check-Ins

Apr 28, 2018
Matthew Jacobberger
Caleb R. and I rode most of the loop then cut off into the perimeter trail for another 3 miles. 4.8mi
Mar 17, 2018
PJ S
Jan 7, 2018
PJ S
Sep 8, 2017
Cory Davis
Jul 21, 2017
Todd Jennifer Campbell
5mi
Jul 13, 2017
D Gat
Oct 8, 2016
Tt Dog
4.8mi
Sep 20, 2016
J Erik Hartel
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Trail Ratings

  3.2 from 6 votes

#1

in Black Forest Regional Park

#12873

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Trails merge here. You'll see a metal bench seat. If looking to ride the big Pikes Peak loop stay right of the bench and head East.
Trails merge here. You'll see a metal bench sea…
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J Erik Hartel
Monument, CO
J Erik Hartel   Monument, CO
This is a nice beginner route. It is quite possible to fly around this loop, but is is essential to watch your speed because of the many other users (pedestrians, runners, baby-joggers) on this trail. Sep 20, 2016

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