Supporters, Builders, Maintainers & Land Managers of Historic Gilpin Tramway Trail
City of Black HawkLand Manager
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- E-Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaMaryland Mountain Quartz Valley Park
Black Hawk, Colorado -
Difficulty Rating
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Blaze Color
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Trail TypeDoubletrack
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Bike TypeGravel
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DirectionUphill PrimaryPopular direction shown
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
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Ride in RainYes
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Global Ranking
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Local Popularity90 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 85 in E-Biking
- 100 in Trail Running
- 95 in Hiking
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Land Owner
The Historic Gilpin Tramway graded surface serves as the southern perimeter of the trail system. The Tramway surface is approximately 48” in width, with grades generally under 4%, making this trail accessible to everyone. Walkers, runners, strollers, leashed pets and kids on bikes will all enjoy the 2.7 mile route. The compacted surface and gentle grades also allow accessibility to persons with physical disabilities. The Tramway connects the new Hidden Treasure Trailhead with destinations such as Chase Gulch Waterfall and Town Overlook.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
More Stats for Historic Gilpin Tramway multi-use trail trail
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Altitude change266 ft
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Altitude min8,195 ft
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Altitude max8,470 ft
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Altitude start8,195 ft
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Altitude end8,461 ft
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Grade3.3%
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Grade max-6.8%
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Grade min26.2%
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Distance climb1 mile
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Distance down1,138 ft
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Distance flat771 ft
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Avg time00:14:05
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Avg reverse time00:07:10
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- Icy
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- < 1 month
- < 6 months
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- Both Directions
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- 11 miles avg distance
- 109 rides
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- 796 rides
- Last: Jun 18, 2025
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