Basics
- Location:
- Southwest of town
- Length:
- 21 miles round-trip
- Difficulty:
- Beginner
- Aerobic Difficulty:
- Difficult
- Time To Allow:
- 3 to 4 hours
- Elevation Change:
- 1800 feet
- Season:
- Mid-Summer to Fall
Description
This paved road climbs up from Aspen to the Maroon Lake parking area, offering a spectacular viewpoint of the famous Maroon Bells. These majestic peaks are one of the most photographed landmarks in Colorado. The road is closed to private motor vehicles during peak times, so bikers don't have to compete with heavy traffic. It is quite a climb up to the viewpoint area, but the result is well worth the trip.
Details
Location:
Southwest of town
Length:
21 miles round-trip
Difficulty:
Beginner
Aerobic Difficulty:
Difficult
Time To Allow:
3 to 4 hours
Elevation Change:
1800
Season:
Mid-Summer to Fall
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
From US 82 in the western outskirts of Aspen, turn south onto Maroon Creek Road.
