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Boulder Creek Path – Boulder Creek Trail loop from Boulder

Boulder Creek Path – Boulder Creek Trail loop from Boulder

Moderate

3.5

(20)

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Boulder Creek Path – Boulder Creek Trail loop from Boulder

01:06

18.1km

250m

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: March 27, 2026

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Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks

Waypoints

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1.88 km

Varsity Lake

Highlight • Lake

Varsity Lake is a pretty small reservoir in Boulder, Colorado. You can run over the lake on the Varsity Bridge, or you can circle around the water on one of the other paved footpaths.

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3.50 km

Spruce Confections is a local institution in Boulder. Serving great coffee and tea drinks, sandwiches, pastries, and other treats, Spruce Confections is a must-stop if visiting the west end of Pearl Street.

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6.06 km

Boulder Creek Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Half a mile west of Eben G Fine park, the Boulder Creek Path turns into 2 miles of packed gravel. A gentle grade lets you enjoy the neighboring creek and …

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9.20 km

Chapman Drive Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

Chapman Drive Trail is a great ride for a gentle ascent in peaceful surroundings. The trail is a fire track, so it's traffic free but still fairly well maintained making …

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10.4 km

Boulder Creek Path (Boulder Canyon)

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Although many road cyclists prefer to ride on the narrow, twisting, and well-trafficked road, the recently re-opened Boulder Creek Path, which takes you up to Chapman Drive, is an excellent …

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14.0 km

Boulder Creek Trail

Highlight • Trail

Nice spot to cool off after the hike

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18.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.4 km

4.65 km

517 m

447 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.4 km

4.51 km

1.39 km

494 m

232 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,770 m)

Lowest point (1,630 m)

Weather

Today

Monday 18 May

7°C

2°C

96 %

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Boulder Creek Path – Boulder Creek Trail loop from Boulder

Varsity Lake

Spruce Confections

Boulder Creek Path

Chapman Drive Trailhead

Boulder Creek Path (Boulder Canyon)

Boulder Creek Trail

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