The Clear Creek Trail is a popular 19.1 mile out and back trail from Golden, Colorado to Northeast Denver. The trail connects several communities together as it follows the Clear Creek.
Golden is one of my favorite towns in the Denver Metro and a great starting point for this trail. Once you’ve passed Golden, you’ll ride by the Coors Brewery and then ride through Westminster. There are several parks on the trail if you’re looking for a pit stop on your ride. After Westminster, you’ll ride through southern Arvada as you continue to head northeast. The trail ends at the South Platte River where it connects with the South Platte River Trail!
Good to Know
Distance: 19.1 mile out and back trail from Golden, Colorado to Northeast Denver
Elevation Gain: ~500ft
Terrain: Paved trail
Parking: Parking in Golden is free and can be found off 11th Street next to the Clear Creek History Park in the dirt lot (during summer) or off of 10th Street in the CoorsTek parking lot (on the weekends)
Facilities: Available at the Clear Creek History Park
Fun Facts: The trail has a 1-2% downgrade as it travels from Golden headed eastward! Keep this in mind when you plan your route!
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