Mountain Biking · Rifle, CO

Rio Verde

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

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Live · nearest station Glenwood Springs, 24 mi

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Distance

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Elevation gain

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High point

5,348ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

Rio Verde is a moderate mountain biking trail network located near Rifle, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The trails sit at an elevation of 5,347 feet, though some sources cite lower base elevations around 1,801 feet for specific sections or access points. The terrain is characterized by machine-built, rolling hills and wide paths, featuring banked turns and sagebrush surroundings. It is widely considered family-friendly and suitable for beginners to intermediate riders, with specific loops like the Family Flow Climb designed for kids and casual riding. The riding season typically runs from April through October. Parking is available on-site, and the trails are pet-friendly. The trailhead is accessible via the Family Flow Climb, where Rio Verde is the second trail to the right.

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High point

5,348 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Trailhead5,348 ft

Latest trail reportgood

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

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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