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El Paso County
Colorado Springs

Garden of the Gods – New Santa Fe Regional Trail loop from Ute Valley Park

Routes
United States
Colorado
El Paso County
Colorado Springs

Garden of the Gods – New Santa Fe Regional Trail loop from Ute Valley Park

Hard

3.3

(5)

61

riders

Garden of the Gods – New Santa Fe Regional Trail loop from Ute Valley Park

08:38

105km

1,630m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel 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: April 25, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 4.53 km for 74 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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61 m

View of Ute Valley Park

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Ute Valley Park is a popular destination for hiking, mountain biking, dog walking, and running. The park offers vistas, geological features and destination-level trails, all readily accessible to outdoor enthusiasts …

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2

7.03 km

Gateway Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Gateway Trail is a hiking and biking route that winds through the foothills near Mount Sanitas. There are great views of Boulder and the surrounding landscape. The trail is …

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3

9.37 km

Garden of the Gods

Highlight • Natural Monument

The garden's red rock formations were created during a geological upheaval along a natural fault line millions of years ago. Archaeological evidence shows that prehistoric people visited Garden of the …

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4

11.5 km

Balanced Rock

Highlight • Natural Monument

Balanced Rock is a huge, 700-ton boulder perched on a small pedestal just off of the main Garden of the Gods Road. Don't expect to be here alone, however. There …

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5

69.6 km

Monument Rock

Highlight • Natural Monument

Monument Rock is the main attraction in the area, showcasing a breathtaking giant rock formation that provides excellent opportunities for photography. There are numerous trails leading to this point, offering flexibility in adjusting the length of your hike as desired.

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6

97.4 km

Lee Lake

Highlight • Lake

7

97.9 km

New Santa Fe Regional Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The New Santa Fe Regional Trail is an 18‑mile rail‑trail from Palmer Lake down to northern Colorado Springs. The trail is made of crushed stone and has great views of the nearby mountains.

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8

101 km

Monument Creek Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Monument Creek is a 27‑mile stream flowing south from Mount Deception. This section of the New Santa Fe Regional Trail follows the creek for several miles.

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105 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

64.1 km

15.1 km

8.51 km

7.84 km

5.27 km

4.68 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

67.4 km

23.9 km

7.23 km

4.58 km

2.44 km

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Highest point (2,890 m)

Lowest point (1,910 m)

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