Glenwood Canyon bike path –

PARTIALLY open

The trail is currently open from Glenwood Springs to Shoshone Rest Area. The rest of the trail from Shoshone Rest Area to Dotsero is CLOSED.
(CURRENT STATUS AS OF 5/28/2023)

The Glenwood Canyon Bike Path gives you the perfect access to the pristine views of Glenwood Canyon and the Colorado River. This trail is appropriate for all abilities and ages. The bike path goes along the entire length of the Glenwood Canyon and includes access to Hanging Lake Hiking Trail (PERMIT REQUIRED), Grizzly Creek Hike, and the Jess Weaver Trail. There are six rest areas that you will travel through and are as follows: No Name, Grizzly Creek, Shoshone, Hanging Lake, Bair Ranch, Dotsero. The Glenwood Canyon Bike path is the perfect place to take in the views, watch the wildlife, have a picnic, and enjoy the ride.

RIO GRANDE TRAIL –
open

DETOUR NOTICE: Due to road construction near the 27th Street intersection in Glenwood Springs, the Rio Grande Trail is currently closed from 23rd St. to 29th St.  Please visit this LINK for more information.
(CURRENT STATUS AS OF 5/28/2023)

The Rio Grande Trail runs all the way from Glenwood Springs to Aspen, Colorado. The Rio Grande is 42 miles in total and is it’s own standalone path. The only vehicular traffic you will encounter is at intersections. The Rio Grande trail is rails to trail project that was constructed on an old railroad bed. Because of this the trail is virtually flat and will no exceed a 3% grade. The trail goes through multiple towns that have great access to breweries & distilleries, restaurants, and art galleries.