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3,675 ft
Distance
165 ft
Climb
-174 ft
Descent
00:05:56
Avg time
-9 ft
Altitude change
6,230 ft
Altitude min
6,340 ft
Altitude max
6,308 ft
Altitude start
6,299 ft
Altitude end
-0.2%
Grade
-24.8%
Grade max
26.1%
Grade min
1,535 ft
Distance climb
1,785 ft
Distance down
354 ft
Distance flat
00:05:56
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Loop Link Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Betasso Preserve
    Boulder, Colorado
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    100 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 80 in Trail Running
    • 85 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #30712 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #61174 in Trail Running
    • #51013 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • Land Owner
    USFS - Boulder Ranger District

The Loop Link connects the popular Canyon Loop and Benjamin Loop trails. While the loops are direction for bikes, the Loop Link is bidirectional with some exposure and blind corners so caution is recommended. Going from Canyon to Benji, the trail descends to a drainage and then climbs back out. It's the same blue level difficulty of the loops with exposure, narrowness, rocks and roots.

Take a pause at the bridge crossing and marvel at the fact that downtown Boulder is only 4 miles away. You'll swear you are deep in the heart of the Rockies.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 13 miles average
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  • 304 rides
  • 11 miles avg distance
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  • 1,335 rides
  • Last: Sep 4, 2026
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        In Boulder, a Super ride is one that starts from town, rather than at the trailhead. So start your Super...
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Loop Link

        ▼ Where is Loop Link located?
        Loop Link is located in Betasso Preserve, Boulder, Colorado, United States. It is part of the Betasso Preserve trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 40.026, -105.3437.
        ▼ How hard is Loop Link?
        Loop Link is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 0.2%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Loop Link?
        Loop Link has 165 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 174 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 6,230 ft to 6,340 ft.
        ▼ Is Loop Link a point to point trail?
        Loop Link is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Loop Link?
        Loop Link is 3,675 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Loop Link?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Loop Link. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ How do I access Loop Link? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Loop Link are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Loop Link?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 6 minutes to ride Loop Link. The trail is 3,675 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Loop Link?
        Loop Link is a very popular trail. There have been 10,890 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 16,303 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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