Strontia Springs Dam – Start of the Colorado Trail loop from Roxborough Park

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Strontia Springs Dam – Start of the Colorado Trail loop from Roxborough Park

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Strontia Springs Dam – Start of the Colorado Trail loop from Roxborough Park

02:53

34.9km

360m

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: October 14, 2026

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2.70 km

South Platte Canyon Road

Highlight (Segment) • Canyon

This dirt trail takes you through a beautiful canyon to a scenic overlook of the South Platte River.

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10.7 km

Strontia Springs Dam

Highlight • Monument

The dam is holding back the South Platte River, slowly releasing the Strontia Springs Reservoir. Long horn sheep are bountiful in this area due to the close proximity to water and shelter.

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10.7 km

Strontia Springs Dam

Highlight • Monument

Great place to see the Strontia Springs Dam. There are picnic tables and restrooms before the road turns to single track.

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14.6 km

Waterton Canyon Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Waterton Canyon Trail follows a dirt and gravel service road up a wide canyon following the South Platte River. This is actually the same path as the northernmost miles of the Colorado Trail.

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16.9 km

Waterton Canyon Road

Highlight • Trail

Definitely go earlier in the day, less people walking and running. At the top by the dam if you keep going there will be some nice easy uphill then a more rocky path.

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