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Too Long

 7 votes
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  2. CO
  3. …Front Range
  4. …Evergreen
  5. Elk Meadow Park
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Length

2.2 Miles 3.6 Kilometers


Singletrack

Elevation

21' 7 m

Ascent

-1,170' -357 m

Descent

10%

Avg Grade (6°)

26%

Max Grade (15°)

9,235' 2,815 m

High

8,069' 2,459 m

Low

Conditions

Minor Issues 5 days ago
Mostly Dry, Some Mud - Still drying out from a little snow/rain the other day. Fine to ride though. History
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“Great views and numerous switchbacks.”

— Matt Thoele
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Overview

Dogs: Leashed

Description

Of the two ways to the top of Bergan Peak, this is definitely the more difficult one compared to Bergen Peak Trail. There are many switchbacks, and some are more technical. The technical features are mostly large rocks and medium sized rock gardens some roots. It's steep and sustained all the way to the top - a lung burner for sure.

Contacts

Local Club: Colorado Mountain Bike Association

Land Manager: Jefferson County, CO - Open Space Dept.

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Nov 5, 2016
Raúl Gross
Jul 18, 2013
Steve Lercher
hike a bike in many places
Jul 17, 2013
Luke Bouck
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Trail Ratings

  3.6 from 7 votes

#5

in Elk Meadow Park

#10736

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#5

in Elk Meadow Park

#976

in Colorado

#10,736

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Technical Rock Feature on Too Long trail. Its easier to ride the big slap rather than to cut the gap.
Technical Rock Feature on Too Long trail. Its e…
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Fall = good color on the Too Long Trail
Fall = good color on the Too Long Trail
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Descending from the summit
Descending from the summit
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A view of Elk Meadow.
A view of Elk Meadow.
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Typical of the technical boulders found on the ascent and descent
Typical of the technical boulders found on the…
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Looking back up the trail. Rocky sections lead to smooth and fast dirt
Looking back up the trail. Rocky sections lead…
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Great pano looking down at the meadow
Great pano looking down at the meadow
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Technical section on Too Long Trail.
Technical section on Too Long Trail.
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3 Comments

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BlakeV Vanier
BlakeV Vanier  
Hard to build up any real speed due to switch backs and technical sections. Wore out my arms from all the vibrations. Oct 29, 2013

 
Does anyone know if there are any trails where we can drive a car to the top and ride down pretty much the entire trail? Aug 23, 2015

 
My favorite JeffCo OS descent, has a rock or two thrown in to keep you on your toes. Jun 27, 2016

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