Popsicle Bridge – New Sante Fe Regional Trail loop from Roy J. Wasson Academic Campus

Popsicle Bridge – New Sante Fe Regional Trail loop from Roy J. Wasson Academic Campus

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Popsicle Bridge – New Sante Fe Regional Trail loop from Roy J. Wasson Academic Campus

02:40

42.2km

220m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.48 km

Popsicle Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Blind spots ahead

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4.54 km

Pedestrian Bridge Over Monument Creek on Pikes Peak Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Pikes Peak Greenway is a paved cycle path that follows Monument Creek. There are a few bridges you cross over along the way (such as the one at this location marker).

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5.86 km

View of Pikes Peak Range from Pikes Peak Greenway

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Great view of the Pikes Peak range from the Pikes Peak Greenway.

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9.93 km

Waterfall on Monument Creek

Highlight • Waterfall

Flowing 27.2 miles from Monument to Fountain through the entire Colorado Springs area and along I-25, this point provides a nice view of the creek and a small waterfall.

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16.5 km

New Santa Fe Regional Trail

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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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18.9 km

This trail stretches for 14 miles from Woodmen to Monument. The section between Lee Lake and the South Gate entrance of the Air Force area offers a well-maintained gravel trail with some pleasant hills and follows alongside Monument Creek.

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29.1 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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37.1 km

Pikes Peak Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Pikes Peak Greenway is a 16‑mile multi-use corridor that follows Monument Creek. The trail is a mix of pavement and dirt and is not too challenging.

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42.2 km

End point

Bus stop

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