Ride Summary:
Many loops to choose from. Close to Denver & makes for a good after work ride.
Trail Description:
This is an open space park just outside of Denver on the Eastern side. You can tell by the name it used to be an old cattle ranch. Occasionally you'll have to share the trail with a cow or two. Although it's close to town, wildlife can be spotted (deer, elk, bear, mountain lion, etc.). Because the park is so nice and close to the city, expect trail traffic on nice days. Remember to yield to hikers! Don't let the closeness to civilization fool you, the trails here can be technical and tricky. There's a map at the entrance. Take a look and build your own network of trails to ride!
How to get there:
From Denver take Hwy 6 to the intersection of Hwys 53 & 93 after passing Golden, CO. Continue straight on Hwy 93 about 4 more miles. Look for the sign for the White Ranch Park and turn left into the park.
Additional Notes:
Climbing & mileage varies. A great place to ride after school or work!
| Posted by: Rebecca on 6/8/2010 |
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Although this is a very beautiful trail with great views this is NOT a biking trail for beginners. The skill level reads "Something for everyone," but I found it difficult for one of my first times mountain biking.
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| Posted by: BoulderBiker on 9/24/2002 |
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Just rode this today. One of the best rides on the front range. Mustang kicks butt coming down. White Ranch (aka waterbar ranch) is a fun fun ride all around. Sure it has a long (4 mile) uphill to start, but learn to love hills and then enjoy going up as well as coming down.Overall very technical, but not too many steeps. I'll definitely be back to ride this one.
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| Posted by: SENSI on 4/20/2001 |
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Should be called waterbar ranch. Jah if your out there I'll fire one up with you sometime.
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| Posted by: Jose on 11/16/2000 |
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Ride the top only or start from the bottom parking lot, either way, you can ride until you puke. The climb from the bottom is brutal, up an old Jeep road, but will make you feel like a stud when you make it to the top. Coming down this same trail is a blast. Watch out for loose rocks and people. Mustang trail is a tough descent from the top of Beltcher hill; do not ride Mustang up to Beltcher unless you are a horse. The trails are long and riders get tired and make mistakes, I have seen my share of damaged body parts and bikes. Stay in control and pay attention
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| Posted by: Jeffco RANGERS on 9/23/2000 |
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Just some corrections:*Total trail milage: 19.7 *There are no paved trails or roads of any kind on the park.*60% of trails are single track.*Note water may not be available*
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