Lookout Mountain Viewpoint – Lookout Mountain Climb loop from Red Rocks College

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Lookout Mountain Viewpoint – Lookout Mountain Climb loop from Red Rocks College

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Lookout Mountain Viewpoint – Lookout Mountain Climb loop from Red Rocks College

02:43

39.2km

700m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

Tips

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Windy Saddle Park

Clear Creek Canyon Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.67 km

CODA Brewing

Highlight • Pub

This is the second best brewery in Golden! Do a good selection of beers, especially good at IPA's, which is my preferred style.

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14.5 km

From here you get amazing views out across Golden. This is also a popular sunset spot. There is a good mix of easy and quite steep trails here from Windy Saddle, so you have plenty of options to choose from.

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14.5 km

Windy Saddle Park Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

This point offers amazing views of an open canyon (with a bathroom just in case). Many people drive up to this point, but they are missing the canyon hike on …

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16.7 km

Lookout Mountain

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lookout mountain is the go-to climb for cyclists all over the area. The climb starts off moderately steep, levels off mid way, then picks back up at the top. Traffic …

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17.5 km

Et Voila French Bakery

Highlight • Cafe

New bakery at the top of Lookout just past Buffalo Bills. They opened Spring of 2025, just getting started and adding new pastries each time I stop by, the coffee …

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17.9 km

Lookout Mountain Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Lookout Mountain is easily the most popular and scenic road within the Denver vicinity. The road is well paved and offers continuous views of mountains and the city. After you …

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28.2 km

P2P Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The P2P bridge allows you to cross over Clear Creek to explore deeper into the canyon. Keep your eyes peeled for old mining equipment along the banks!

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30.1 km

Golden City Brewery (GCB)

Highlight • Pub

The OG microbrewery in Golden. Has the best beer garden in Golden and is located on a quiet side street. Good selection of beer and wine, one of my go to spots to rehydrate after a ride!

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39.2 km

End point

Train Station

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