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Mountain Biking · Aspen, CO

Grand Traverse Mountain Bike Course

difficultTrail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Aspen, 0 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:09 pm.

60°

Mostly Cloudy

Feels like 60°

Storm chance

2% overnight

Wind

5 mph SSE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:16 am to 8:09 pm

Distance

41.6mi round trip

Elevation gain

3,820ft

High point

11,788ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

The Grand Traverse Mountain Bike Course is a difficult 41.6-mile route connecting Aspen to Crested Butte in the Elk Mountains of Western Colorado. The course features over 6,800 feet of elevation gain and reaches a high point near 12,318 feet. It is suitable for experienced riders due to significant climbing and technical terrain. The typical duration is about 14 hours, making it a long day ride. Access begins at Ajax Park in Aspen at 1001 S Ute Ave, with parking available. The season runs from April through October, depending on snow conditions. Pets are allowed on the course.

Trail profile

Gain

3,820 ft

Avg grade

2%

Steepest

6%

High point

11,788 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Trailhead7,968 ft
2Trail Marker9,242 ft
3Trail Marker11,516 ft
4Trail Marker8,930 ft
5Trail Marker11,719 ft
6Trail End11,788 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Trail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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