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Big Soda Lake – Bear Creek Lake loop from Diamond Shamrock

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Big Soda Lake – Bear Creek Lake loop from Diamond Shamrock

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Big Soda Lake – Bear Creek Lake loop from Diamond Shamrock

01:02

15.5km

140m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

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Bear Creek Lake Park

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Start point

Parking

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3.16 km

Big Soda Lake

Highlight • Lake

The Little Soda and Big Soda lakes offer a great view of the backcountry. The site is also remarkable for its biodiversity and the variety of birds that live there. Take the time to stop and watch.

Showing Translation

Tip by

5.15 km

The section of the Bear Creek Trail behind the town of Morrison offers a paved path to walk along Bear Creek. You can admire the steep canyon walls and rapid water, then head into town for refreshments.

Tip by

9.42 km

Bear Creek Lake

Highlight • Lake

Bear Creek Lake Park spans 2,624 acres and is a great spot for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, as well as swimming, fishing, and boating year-round recreation. Open from April 1 to October 31, the campground is one of the closest full-service options near Denver. Visitors can also enjoy picnic shelters, paved and unpaved trails, an archery range, and scenic reservoirs.

Tip by

11.4 km

Bear Creek Lake

Highlight • Lake

Bear Creek Lake is a 40-acre artificial reservoir with plenty of outdoor options. You’ll find a boat launch, fishing pier, swimming beach, and rental boats during the warmer months. Located within Bear Creek Lake Park, the area is also known for its wildlife, with chances to spot deer, foxes, and plenty of birds.

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15.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.98 km

3.03 km

1.99 km

282 m

144 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.48 km

3.59 km

2.07 km

325 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,770 m)

Lowest point (1,700 m)

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Today

Sunday 23 August

31°C

19°C

67 %

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Big Soda Lake – Bear Creek Lake loop from Diamond Shamrock

Big Soda Lake

Bear Creek Trail in Morrison

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