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Grotto Cascades – Independence Pass Viewpoint loop from Aspen

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Grotto Cascades – Independence Pass Viewpoint loop from Aspen

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Grotto Cascades – Independence Pass Viewpoint loop from Aspen

04:07

58.5km

1,100m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 17, 2026

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721 m

Abstract Sculpture in Downtown Aspen

Highlight • Monument

Aspen, Colorado, the world-famous ski resort town, is a great place to kick off or end your ride by exploring the historic downtown area. Cruise through the streets with Victorian …

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1.72 km

Rio Grande Trail through Newberry Park

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Beautiful section of the Rio Grande Trail that runs next to Roaring Fork River through Newberry Park and Rio Grande Park. The parks have restrooms, picnic benches, and parking.

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5.69 km

North Star Nature Preserve (South Gate)

Highlight • Natural

The North Star Nature Preserve is an access point to the Roaring Fork River. There is kayaking access, access to the East of Aspen Trail, and parking at this south …

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16.5 km

Grotto Cascades

Highlight • Waterfall

The Grotto Cascades are a section of the Roaring Fork River where the water flows over a series of small, drop-like ledges or rock shelves. The water flows the highest in late spring and early summer months.

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30.1 km

Independence Pass Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

At over 12,000 feet of elevation, Independence Pass is the second-highest pass of a paved road in Colorado. This point offers a nice break with a viewpoint of the pass and the surrounding mountains right off CO 82.

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32.9 km

Historical Town of Independence

Highlight • Historical Site

The Town of Independence has had many names over the years, but the name of Independence has stuck around the longest. This old mining village is full of history and …

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56.9 km

East of Aspen Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The East of Aspen Trail is a gravel trail that runs east alongside the Roaring Fork River. It is a great trail for hiking, running and biking with serene river and mountain views along the way.

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58.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

44.6 km

6.55 km

3.65 km

2.43 km

967 m

423 m

Surfaces

52.1 km

3.65 km

1.55 km

1.06 km

224 m

Elevation

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Highest point (3,460 m)

Lowest point (2,400 m)

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Thursday 7 May

13°C

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12 %

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Grotto Cascades – Independence Pass Viewpoint loop from Aspen

Abstract Sculpture in Downtown Aspen

Rio Grande Trail through Newberry Park

North Star Nature Preserve (South Gate)

Grotto Cascades

Independence Pass Viewpoint

Historical Town of Independence

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