Rod and Gun Club Pond – First Creek Overlook loop from Dick's Sporting Goods Park
Rod and Gun Club Pond – First Creek Overlook loop from Dick's Sporting Goods Park
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Rod and Gun Club Pond – First Creek Overlook loop from Dick's Sporting Goods Park
02:25
35.6km
100m
Gravel riding
Moderate gravel 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: March 30, 2026
Tips
Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted
After 13.3 km for 147 m
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
Get Directions
1.42 km
Prairie Gateway Loop Trail Picnic Area
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
6.38 km
Rod and Gun Club Pond
Highlight • Lake
Tip by
7.21 km
Greenway Trail, Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Tip by
18.1 km
First Creek Overlook
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
35.6 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
18.9 km
7.17 km
4.98 km
2.06 km
1.60 km
611 m
111 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
24.9 km
8.15 km
2.26 km
111 m
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Description
If you're looking for a unique urban gravel biking experience that feels miles away from the city, the Rod and Gun Club Pond – First Creek Overlook loop from Dick's Sporting Goods Park delivers. This moderate 22.1-mile (35.6 km) route, with 319 feet (97 metres) of elevation gain and an estimated duration of 2 hours and 25 minutes, is perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and those seeking a non-technical ride close to Denver.
What to expect on Rod and Gun Club Pond – First Creek Overlook loop from Dick's Sporting Goods Park
Expect a journey through diverse landscapes within the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge. The route takes you across expansive shortgrass prairie, past wetlands, and through pockets of woodlands. The Rod and Gun Club Pond offers a calm viewpoint, perfect for spotting waterfowl, while the First Creek Overlook provides stunning vistas where prairie meets forest, often revealing bison, bald eagles, and prairie dogs. The trails are mostly hard-packed dirt, non-technical and fast, though be prepared for occasional sandy or muddy sections. Tubeless tires with sealant are highly recommended due to goathead thorns. With almost no shade, this moderate route is best enjoyed in the cooler parts of the day, especially if you're covering the full 22.1 miles.
Planning your visit
Dick's Sporting Goods Park serves as a convenient access point to the broader Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge trail system where this loop is found. Be sure to pay close attention to signage, as some trails within the refuge are restricted to hikers only. Given the almost complete lack of shade, planning an early morning ride is highly recommended during warmer months to avoid the midday sun.
Trail details
- Distance: 22.1 miles (35.6 km)
- Elevation gain: 319 feet (97 metres)
- Difficulty: moderate
- Estimated time: 2 hours and 25 minutes
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