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SaveDenver trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails in this region. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running and Mountain Biking. Scenery includes creeks and lakes. Common trail features include berms and jumps. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Bluff Lake Nature Center, Denver City Park and Ruby Hill Bike Park.
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- Mountain Bike
218 trails
- Hike
234 trails
- Trail Running
234 trails
Region Details
- 4
- 12
- 167
- 32
- 2
- 1
Region Status
Open as of Jul 3, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 235
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 218
- Trails E-Bike
- 6
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 32
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 5
- Trails Hike
- 234
- Trails Trail Running
- 234
- Total Distance
- 64 miles
- Total Descent
- 1,146 ft
- Total Vertical
- 457 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 5,479 ft
- Reports
- 115
- Photos
- 55
- Completed Counter
- 12,725
Articles
The Best Summer Weekend Trips of 2025
Jun 3, 2025 from outsideonline.com
There are only 14 weekends between Memorial Day and Labor Day this year. So you better make them count.
Featured Speakers Announced for the 2025 Outside Festival
Apr 2, 2025 from pinkbike.com
Come see Emily Harrington, Selema Masekela, Rebecca Rusch, Jim Morrison, Alex Honnold, Kimmy Fasani, Matt Lyons, and many more this summer at the...
Outside Summit Announces Featured 2025 Speakers
Jan 31, 2025 from pinkbike.com
Join global leaders and emerging voices at the networking event of the year for outdoor industry professionals.
Outside Summit Announces Featured 2025 Speakers
Jan 31, 2025 from pinkbike.com
Join global leaders and emerging voices at the networking event of the year for outdoor industry professionals.
Sub Regions
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Bluff Lake Nature Center
- 159
- 30
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Cheesman Park
- 2
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Ruby Hill Bike Park
- 2
- 5
- 2
- 2
- 1
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Washington Park
- 5
Popular Denver Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 5.0 • 735 ft • 0 ft • 683 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. It features berm and jump. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 822 ft • 1 ft • 678 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 5.0 • 771 ft • 0 ft • 673 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. It features berm. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 5.0 • 743 ft • 0 ft • 655 •
Popular double black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. It features jump, gap jump and wallride. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 22 ft • 643 •
Popular white difficulty paved path. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 5.0 • 782 ft • 0 ft • 601 •
Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 542 ft • 5 ft • 595 •
Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. It features jump and gap jump. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
Photos of Denver Mountain Bike
Videos of Denver Mountain Bike
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Jun 16, 2016
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Jun 1, 2018
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Jun 1, 2018
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Jun 1, 2018
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Sand Creek Trail | Jul 3, 2026 @ 9:02am (America/Denver) Jul 3, 2026 | Ideal | Grendel65 | ||
| Sand Creek Trail | Jul 3, 2026 @ 9:02am (America/Denver) Jul 3, 2026 | Ideal | Grendel65 | ||
| Main Loop | Jun 7, 2026 @ 9:18am (America/Denver) Jun 7, 2026 | Ideal | Grendel65 | ||
| Ruby Hill XC | May 22, 2026 @ 5:05pm (America/Denver) May 22, 2026 | Ideal | mleighton | ||
| Mary Carter Greenway | May 9, 2026 @ 11:15am (America/Denver) May 9, 2026 | Dry | mleighton | ||
| Slopestyle L | May 8, 2026 @ 4:14pm (America/Denver) May 8, 2026 | Dry | mleighton | ||
| Ruby Hill Park | May 1, 2026 @ 4:50pm (America/Denver) May 1, 2026 | Dry | mleighton | ||
| Ruby Hill Upper Return | Sep 2, 2024 @ 11:53am Sep 2, 2024 | Dry | leviathan1976 | ||
| Dirt Jumps M | Sep 2, 2024 @ 11:53am Sep 2, 2024 | Dry | leviathan1976 | ||
| Slopestyle S | Sep 2, 2024 @ 11:53am Sep 2, 2024 | Dry | leviathan1976 |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| pixiewrangler871 | wishlist | region | activity #106338336 | Oct 21, 2026 @ 1:22pm Oct 21, 2026 |
| todd | add | poi | activity #105426766 | Oct 7, 2026 @ 1:29pm Oct 7, 2026 |
| JoshifQqRa | wishlist | trail | activity #101590667 | Aug 15, 2026 @ 8:24pm Aug 15, 2026 |
| ajtoth99 | wishlist | trail | activity #99278553 | Jul 15, 2026 @ 6:44pm Jul 15, 2026 |
| mtbgreg1 | ridden | trail | activity #98896564 and 2 more | Jul 10, 2026 @ 6:49pm Jul 10, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | Free ride lines like valemont. This place is... | May 1, 2023 @ 10:55am May 1, 2023 | ||
| trail | THIS IS A PAVED MULTIUSE TRAIL. IT IS NOT A... | Jun 24, 2020 @ 4:29pm Jun 24, 2020 | ||
| report | Ggg | Jun 4, 2020 @ 11:13am Jun 4, 2020 | ||
| trail | This is a great loop to do if youre a newer... | Sep 12, 2019 @ 7:07pm Sep 12, 2019 |
Local Badges
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Outside Fest - Pump Track Challenge15 awarded -
Epic Ride Climb 2k9 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge60 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge0 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k8 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge60 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Ruby Hill Bike Park | skill park | Denver | |
| Trestle Bike Skills Course At Barnum North Park | skill park | Denver |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 218 | 54 miles | 1,010 ft | 12 miles | 456 ft | #776 | #27 | 55 | 115 | 43,580 | ||
| E-Bike | 6 | 33 miles | 249 ft | 5 miles | 394 ft | 96 | 1,684 | |||||
| Gravel Bike | 32 | 51 miles | 482 ft | 9 miles | 456 ft | #527 | #288 | 19 | 645 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 5 | 30 miles | 200 ft | 5 miles | 358 ft | #527 | #288 | 19 | ||||
| Hike | 234 | 63 miles | 1,142 ft | 14 miles | 456 ft | #1,067 | #41 | 115 | 1 | 1,114 | ||
| Trail Running | 234 | 63 miles | 1,142 ft | 14 miles | 456 ft | #1,203 | #38 | 115 | 2 | 8,758 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Denver?
Denver has 6 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Denver?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Denver are:
- Slopestyle XL (4.2/5)
- Slopestyle S (4.2/5)
- Slopestyle XS (4.1/5)
- Slopestyle L (4.1/5)
- Slopestyle M (4/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Denver?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Denver are:
- September (551 activities)
- October (511 activities)
- June (440 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Denver?
There are 8 parking locations listed in Denver. The most popular parking spots are:
- 2350 W 8th Avenue Trailhead
- Overland Pond Park
- Fred Thomas Park Parking Lot
- Platte River Trailhead (East 74th Ave)
- Ruby Hill Park
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What is the longest trail in Denver?
The longest trail in Denver is Main Loop at 2.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Denver?
The best hiking trails in Denver are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Denver?
The best trail running trails in Denver are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Denver?
Denver has a total of 235 trails. Of those, 218 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Denver to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Denver?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Denver is Ruby Hill XC with 159 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Denver?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Denver is Ruby Hill XC with 158 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Denver?
Denver supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Denver?
The following bike services are available in Denver:
- Bike Shop (21)
- Other (2)
- Guides & Tours (1)
- Trail Association (1)
- Club (1)
- Trail Builders (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Denver?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Denver is Ruby Hill Lower Return with an average grade of 5.6%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Denver?
The overall region status for Denver is Clear / Green. Out of 19 trails:
- Clear / Green: 18
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Denver?
There are 6 trails in Denver that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What type of bike is most common in Denver?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Denver are:
- AM (35 activities)
- XC (2 activities)
- DH (1 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Denver?
The highest summit in Denver is Ruby Hill at 5,390 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Denver?
The most popular Strava segments in Denver are:
- Bridge #2 to Dartmouth (36,747 athletes)
- Dartmouth to Florida Downstream (35,464 athletes)
- 8th - 13th (25,515 athletes)
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Are there local clubs or events in Denver?
There are 2 local clubs or associations listed in the Denver directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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Are there any mountain biking guiding or tour operators in Denver?
Yes, there are mountain biking guiding and tour operators in Denver: Browse all guiding and tour operators in Denver.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Denver?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Denver are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Denver?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Denver are:
- Slopestyle S (5/5)
- Slopestyle XS (5/5)
- Ruby Hill Lower Return (3/5)
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