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As the main climbing trail for Maryland Mountain, this forested trail has a great grade for getting to the top.


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Map Key

2.1

Miles

3.3

KM

Singletrack

8,848' 2,697 m

High

8,228' 2,508 m

Low

638' 194 m

Up

21' 6 m

Down

6%

Avg Grade (3°)

19%

Max Grade (11°)

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E-Bikes Allowed

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The Millsite Trail provides the eastern and northern perimeter route through the most densely forested part of this park. Much of the first half of the trail tracks along the creek and is a pleasantly shady place to do your climbing.

The trail is best ridden in the opposite direction as shown on map - downhill. A great descender for intermediate riders. Taking the Gilpin Tram to Easy Money is a WAY easier ascent and will allow for a better experience for the beginner/intermediate rider on the trail system; however, it is more exposed but has equally great views along the way.

The tread is very accommodating and there are few technical challenges, but it is designated as an intermediate trail. While it is only an average grade of 6.4%, there are some punchy sections and climbing corners that will add to your workout. This is the preferred climbing route from the Hidden Treasure Trailhead and the fastest way to the downhill trails when completing your climb to the summit via Easy Money.

Be sure to check out the short overlook spur trail that gives a birds eye view of Missouri Canyon about three-quarters of the way up.

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Shared By:

Wendy Sweet with improvements by AKA Surfer and 1 other

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Aug 13, 2024
Christopher Howe
May 27, 2023
Matthew Kittredge
Sep 26, 2021
Reed Harrington
2.1mi
Aug 30, 2021
Atsuko Ohtake
Jul 29, 2021
Patrick Burns
Chill climbing. Tons of shade. Really pleasant north facing forest. Really pleasant place to ride a bike.
Jul 15, 2021
Dan 60D5H411
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