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Nixon's Coffee House – Bridge over South Platte River loop from University of Denver

Nixon's Coffee House – Bridge over South Platte River loop from University of Denver

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Nixon's Coffee House – Bridge over South Platte River loop from University of Denver

02:53

50.2km

160m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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17.3 km

High Line Canal Trail – Greenwood Village Section

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The High Line Canal Trail is a scenic and accessible hard-packed gravel path for walking, jogging, and biking. This section of the 71-mile trail (around mile 30) runs by Greenwood …

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22.0 km

High Line Canal Trail

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A ride on the Highline Canal trail is always a good one. This trail is a great one for anyone just looking to get out and get some exercise. It …

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22.7 km

View of the mountains from High Line Canal Trail

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From here, you can catch some nice views of the mountain "skyline" in the distance. There's also lots of pedaling both ahead and behind you: The High Line Canal Trail is more than 70 miles long.

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36.0 km

Lee Gulch and Mary Carter Trail Intersection

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This point marks the intersection and trailhead for the Lee Gulch Trail and the Mary Carter Trail. This major trail junction is along the shores of the South Platte River …

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36.8 km

Nixon's Coffee House

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Check the hours, a good place to refuel or top off your water bottle at the outside fountains. Also has public restrooms.

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37.4 km

Views of the South Platte River

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The South Platte River is a tributary to the Platte River. It is 439 miles long and was originally called Niinéniiniicíihéhe by the native Arapaho people who lived on its banks.

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37.5 km

SpaceX Falcon 9 First Stage Booster B1021

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Don’t miss the chance to see a SpaceX rocket booster up close. It’s mounted just above the Mary Carter Greenway in Littleton, inside a fenced lot by DISH Network. You …

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43.0 km

Bridge over South Platte River

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Close to this bridge the Bear Creek flows into the South Platte River – and therefore several river trails also meet at exact this bridge: The Bear Creek River Trail, …

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50.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.8 km

16.1 km

12.9 km

347 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

17.0 km

12.0 km

11.6 km

9.55 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,680 m)

Lowest point (1,600 m)

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Nixon's Coffee House – Bridge over South Platte River loop from University of Denver

High Line Canal Trail – Greenwood Village Section

High Line Canal Trail

View of the mountains from High Line Canal Trail

Lee Gulch and Mary Carter Trail Intersection

Nixon's Coffee House

Views of the South Platte River

SpaceX Falcon 9 First Stage Booster B1021

Bridge over South Platte River

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