Perfect for riders of all levels, this route will take you above the tree line in the majestic Rocky Mountains, and then descend a total of 7000′ back to Boulder, CO.

Description: Easy Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes Park Bike Descent. If you are in Estes Park, Rocky Mountain National Park, Boulder/Denver or Fort Collins/Greeley and want a National Geographic cycle experience, then this is the trip for you, your friends, and family. The added benefit is this trip is attainable by any riders, from novice to expert. Our journey takes us to 1000′ feet above the tree line in the high Rockies and then we descend downhill for 4000′ back to the town of Estes Park. We then are transported to Ward Colorado and Ride the Switzerland Trail 22 miles back to Boulder.  There will be a total of >7000’ of descent.

Itinerary:  We depart from your hotel in Boulder and drive 1:45 minutes up to the top of Trailridge Road (abound 12,100′) in Rocky Mountain National Park to the designated departure location. While driving, we will cover vital safety and riding considerations. After arriving at the departure point, we will custom fit your bike, if we did not do so prior to departing, and then head off for a 3-4 hour great bike tour descent that ends back in Estes Park. We will ride 19 miles down Trailridge (4000’ of descent) to the Rocky Mountain National Park entrance.  We then are transported to Ward Colorado and Ride the Switzerland Trail 22miles and 3000’ back to Boulder. This ride is mostly a 99% downhill ride with the only prerequisite being able to squeeze the brakes and ride two 20-miles downhill sections. This is our most requested Rocky Mountain National Park area bike tour, particularly for group rides. We normally depart at 6 am as we want to be in Estes Park at 07:15 and up to the top of Rocky Mountain National Park by 08:00 am.

Included: The services of professional biking guide(s); bike rental (Fuji hard-tailed mountain bike) and helmet; round-trip transportation between hotel or central meeting location and trailheads, Bike shuttle needed for this trip, lunch, water and snacks, education about local and natural history, repair kits (floor pump, hand pump, patch kits, medical kits, etc.).

Not included in our rates: Gratuities for guide (while this is at your discretion, the recommended gratuity is 20%). Denver hotel pick-up is extra $100 per group.  Rocky Mountain National Park Entrance fees ($10 per person). Extra: Everyone will need to pay for a Rocky Mountain National Park Entrance Fee ($10 per person) Can use Golden Access, Golden Eagle Passes, or National Park’s Pass.

Special Notes:  Bike Upgrade Available! We can arrange for a full suspension mountain bike for an additional cost. 

Difficulty Description:  Easy and Moderate. Easy: Gentle climbs and easily avoidable obstacles such as rocks and roots. Moderate: Steep slopes and/or obstacles, possibly on narrow trails with poor traction. Requires riding experience and some fitness.

What to Bring: Sent with trip confirmation