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Rio Grande Trail

Aspen, CO
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Ranked #4 of 58 attractions in Aspen
Type: Hiking Trails, Biking Trails
Activities: Hiking, Biking
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Wilmette, Illinois
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42 reviews 42 reviews
18 attraction reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

Beautiful walk or biking trail. Basically flat,(the only flat walk we found in Aspen) gorgeous scenery and fabulous views of the homes in Aspen.

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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39 reviews 39 reviews
26 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

This was the an amazing part of our trip. The views were amazing and the houses along the river are stunning. We went early before 7am and it was cold for us; windy and in the 40s in June. That was the only negative. We went 10 miles out and on the return the sun was peaking out and it... More

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Covington, Louisiana
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8 reviews 8 reviews
7 attraction reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

It was easy access from the lodge and enjoyed the whole trail and went to eat BBQ after our walk that was great.

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Longmont, Colorado, USA
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

Mostly paved & some gravel trail runs from Aspen all the way down to Glenwood Springs. We strapped out bikes to a RFTA bus in Carbondale and went to last stop in Aspen ($8/person with bike) From there you can explore a bit until you connect with the Rio Grand Trail, which is a beautiful, mostly downhill, 30 mile ride... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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116 reviews 116 reviews
43 attraction reviews
Reviews in 44 cities Reviews in 44 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

nice easy bicycle trail. many nice homes along trail to view. cascading creek near by. easy to get to from aspen downtown

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Denver, Colorado
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52 reviews 52 reviews
14 attraction reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

The trail is long and relatively flat, meaning not much of an incline. Depending on where you get on the trail and the time of year it can be incredibly crowded but is great for some light walking and getting out to see some of the surrounding area.

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Wilson, NC
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35 reviews 35 reviews
7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

We rented bikes at one of the shops in Aspen and took a nice, long ride out to the Woody Creek Tavern. I love this ride- not difficult at all and full of beautiful scenery. We do it every year and then end with burgers and margaritas at Woody's!

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Aspen, Colorado
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

Rio Grande Trail is so amazing, words can not describe its scenic beauty! Road bikers of all levels can take advantage of this trail. You can ride your bike as many miles as you want but most people bike from Aspen to the town of Basalt and catch the bus on the way back. Advanced bikers should definitely bike back... More

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Glenwood Springs, Colorado
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

Wonder trail for biking. Even though it follows the highway, the view of the valley preclude any high way noise. From Glenwood to Aspen, the trail takes you along rivers and through the small towns. Lunch, brunch or dinner is just a stop on the way.

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Grand Rapids, Michigan
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50 reviews 50 reviews
10 attraction reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

The path follows the bank of the Roaring Fork River for several miles. It is a great diversion from skiing

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