Colorado Trail - Cottonwood Pass Road - Chalk Cliffs

Ride Summary:
Smooth fast sections, steep technical climbs, creek crossings and amazing views!

Trail Description:
0- 2.5 - At intersection with dirt road follow the single track;

3.2 - Again at intersection with the dirt road, follow the singletrack. Climb begins to get steeper and is technical at times.

10.6 - The trail merges the dirt road toward Princeton Hot Springs. Turn back or relax at the hot springs a couple of miles down the dirt road.

How to get there:
Drive on CR 306 towards the Cottonwood Pass 6.2 miles from the "downtown" Buena Vista. Turn right on the parking lot for the Colorado Trail (note restrooms). Take trail heading back towards the paved road heading South.

Additional Notes:
Nearest town is Buena Vista. Not overly demanding but very nice views. Bathrooms at parking lot for Colorado Trail.

Posted by: night owl on 4/13/2001
said it before and I'll say it again, the ct kicks ass