Trip
Bike – Bear Creek Lake Park
This ride is for RMOTHG members attending our Summer Picnic. The route is a figure 8 within the Bear Creek Lake Park that begins and ends at the Mountain View shelter. The first segment is a beautiful 6.5 mile loop around Bear Creek Lake with a total gain of 270 feet. The second optional loop is more difficult. It adds an additional 5 miles and 500 ft elevation gain and includes the ascent of Mount Carbon. Total distance 11.5 miles with 770 feet total elevation gain.
Contacts
- Sun, Jun 7, 2026
- Rocky Mountain Over the Hill Gang
- Biking
- Adults
- Moderate
- Mileage: 11.5
- Elevation Gain: 770 ft
- Pace: 10 to 14 mph
- 4 (14 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Riders can decide after the first loop if they want to continue the ride up and over Mount Carbon.
This ride is on paved bike trails and includes a short section on a paved road. Both class I and class II eBikes are allowed on the paved trails in Bear Creek Lake Park.
If you are a new rider, please contact me before registering for the ride to confirm this is a good fit for you. Cell # 303.818.8134
Please read “Required Equipment”
We will meet at the parking area for the picnic at the Mountain View Shelter. Please arrive at 9:15 for a prompt start at 9:45. https://maps.app.goo.gl/qWKCD3zzpNTgWDGx5 This should give us ample time to return in time for the picnic.
There is a parking charge of $5.00 per car which you will pay as you enter the park - be sure to say you are with the Rocky Mountain Over the Hill Gang group and ask for the senior rate.
Required Equipment
Gear Kit: Helmet Required! Be Self-Sufficient! In addition to water and energy snacks, carry a spare tube and inflation device, multi-tool, appropriate clothing & footgear, sun and eye protection, and first aid supplies.