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Rio Grande Trail – Sunnyside Trail Trailhead loop from East Face

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Pitkin County

Rio Grande Trail – Sunnyside Trail Trailhead loop from East Face

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Rio Grande Trail – Sunnyside Trail Trailhead loop from East Face

01:44

22.7km

230m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 20, 2026

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722 m

Rio Grande Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This section of the Rio Grande Trail is on a beautiful mountainside trail. At this point the view opens up between the mountains to give you a great view of the wilderness surrounding Aspen.

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13.6 km

Roaring Fork River along the Rio Grande Trail

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The Rio Grande Trail navigates along the Roaring Fork River with sections of shade, mountain views, and a host of places to stop and swim in the river.

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14.6 km

Here, Sunnyside Trail branches off the Rio Grande Trail and continues up towards Red Mountain. Sunnyside Trail is a popular trail in the area for hikers and runners, so expect to see others on the way up.

In total, this trail runs about 10 miles, but there are some very nice overlooks a couple of miles in before reaching the aspen grove that make a good turn around spot if you are looking to make a shorter trip.

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14.8 km

Rio Grande Trail from Henry Stein Park

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18.6 km

Abstract Sculpture in Downtown Aspen

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Aspen, Colorado, the world-famous ski resort town, is a great place to kick off or end your ride by exploring the historic downtown area. Cruise through the streets with Victorian architecture, checking out local shops and art galleries, grab a quick coffee at one of the nearby cafes, or stop by one of the diverse restaurants in town for a meal, before hitting the road again.

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20.6 km

Rio Grande Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

22.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.9 km

8.80 km

1.53 km

1.09 km

322 m

Surfaces

8.72 km

8.39 km

5.17 km

322 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,410 m)

Lowest point (2,250 m)

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Monday 18 May

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Sunnyside Trail Trailhead

Rio Grande Trail from Henry Stein Park

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