Beginners and advanced alike will venture into the past as they ride through old mining towns, into Colorado Evergreens, and just beyond the Indian Peaks Wilderness Area.

Description: This easy mountain bike route includes spectacular vistas of Indian Peaks Wilderness Area and the Continental Divide, old mining towns, and traces of bygone mining activity on 4×4 road, double track over rocky and sandy terrain. The route, originally the train route into the mountains above Boulder for mining and tourism, is a glimpse into the past. This is ideal for beginner to advanced riders. This is a one-way 19 mile descent back into the town of Boulder and can be done by any rider. The trail travels through forests of aspen, ponderosa, lodgepole pine and fir with a 4% grade at times. You can also traverse the Switzerland Trail, originally the train route that brought miners into the mountains. Our van will bring you to the highest point of the trail for this downhill ride, and you will bike down into Boulder.

Itinerary: We depart from your hotel or a central meeting spot and drive 30-60 minutes to the designated trailhead. While driving, we will cover vital safety and riding considerations. After arriving at the trailhead, we will custom fit your bike, if we did not do so prior to departing, and then head off for a 2-3 hour great mountain bike tour.

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, water and snacks; education about local and natural history, repair kits (floor pump, hand pump, patch kits, medical kits, etc.).

Not Included:  Gratuities for guide (while this is at your discretion, the recommended gratuity is 20%). Denver hotel pick-up is extra $100 per group.

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