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Mountain Biking · Aspen, CO

Larkspur Mt. Rd.

moderateTrail 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 8:10 pm.

66°

Smoky

Feels like 66°

Wind

0 mph

UV index

4.4 moderate

Sun window

6:15 am to 8:10 pm

Distance

9.1mi round trip

Elevation gain

1,949ft

High point

9,839ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

Larkspur Mountain Road (FSR #103) is a dirt road near Aspen, Colorado, serving as a primary mountain biking route. The road is also known as Christmas Tree Road and Lenado/Johnson Creek Road. It begins at the bridge crossing Woody Creek in Lenado and extends toward the intersection with Kobey Park Road (FSR #508), which is located 5 miles from that starting point. The route connects to other trails including Arbaney Traverse, Woody Creek Road, and Johnson Creek Trail. The terrain consists of dirt, and the road is suitable for hiking, running, and horseback riding in addition to mountain biking. It is dog friendly. The difficulty is generally classified as hard, though some sources list it as moderate. Parking is available at the trailhead. The road is accessible from April through October. It provides access to forests and big mountain views.

Trail profile

Gain

1,949 ft

Avg grade

4%

Steepest

9%

High point

9,839 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Trailhead7,890 ft
2Trail Marker8,776 ft
3Technical Section9,839 ft
4Trail Marker9,291 ft
5Trail End9,641 ft

Latest trail reportgood

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

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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