Trail Ridge Road

Rocky Mountain National Park

48 mi

Distance

4,000 ft

Elevation Gain

4-6 hours

Duration

12,183 ft

High Point

Overview

Trail Ridge Road is the highest paved road in Colorado, climbing to 12,183 feet through RMNP. A legendary road cycling climb with epic alpine tundra views and thin air.

Key Highlights

Highest paved road in CO · 12,183' high point · Alpine tundra · RMNP scenery · Classic road cycling climb

Best Season

Summer

Technical Rating

Intermediate

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