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Bike – Boreas Pass TH

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Bike – Boreas Pass TH

This is a scenic 20-mile mountain/gravel bike ride starting in the vast and beautiful expanse of South Park (285/Como) up to the top of Boreas Pass. Rated easy- this fun ride climbs 1700 ft up a historic road / railroad track built in the late 1800's for gold mining. The turn-around point is at the old Section House – built in 1881 to lodge the railroad community. This ride is primarily geared towards folks over 50 who prefer a less aggressive, but moderate & steady, pace on non-technical terrain.

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Tim Lane
Tim Lane
Primary Leader
  • Mon, Jul 21, 2025
  • Denver
  • Biking
  • Adults
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 20.0
  • Elevation Gain: 1,700 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 11,482 ft
  • Pace: Moderate

  • Please assess your physical/aerobic conditioning for climbing 1700 ft of elevation over 10 miles, at high altitude, and moving at a steady moderate pace. Enjoying the ride is ultimately more important than speed:)   Estimated time to complete: 4 hours.

  • As this ride is almost entirely above treeline and exposed to the elements it will be important to be prepared for any and all kinds of weather.

  • Class 1 E-Mountain Bikes (pedal-assist only/no throttle) are allowed. (I will be using mine)

  • Apres-Ride Refreshments/Lunch (Optional): Crossroads Pub & Grill in Pine Junction.

Meeting Time:    6 am

Meeting Place:    Morrison PnR (3485 S. Rooney Rd, Morrison, CO)
From the Morrison Rd / CO 8 exit of 470 go west towards Morrison. Take immediate right on South Rooney Rd. Dirt Parking Lot is directly on your right across from the gas station/convenience store. https://maps.app.goo.gl/dWLggRd216Pz6se38

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Boreas Pass TH

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

  • A mountain bike (or gravel bike) with tires appropriate for dirt & gravel riding. E-bikes are fine - as long as they are no more than "Class One" (meaning that pedal-assist is okay, but no throttle for added speed).

  • Biking Helmet, Tire/Tube Repair Kit and/or spare, Sunglasses / Eye Protection, Riding gloves, small 1st aid kit (primarily for wound care - i.e. bandaids, dressing, bandage, small soap or antiseptic wipes).

  • If have, also bring: Pump, Bike Multi-tool.

  • Stormy weather gear:   Rain gear / Puffy Jacket, etc.

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