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Bike – East West Regional Trail

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Bike – East West Regional Trail

A fun and technically easy Mountain Bike ride on a rolling, winding flowy trail near the Highlands Ranch Backcountry Wilderness Area. At 11 miles round trip with 700 feet of elevation gain, the ride starts at Pronghorn Park and goes up to Highlands Point. You'll need some decent physical / aerobic conditioning for the hill climbs. The pace will be moderate. This ride is primarily geared towards folks over 50 who prefer a less aggressive, but steady, pace.

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Tim Lane
Tim Lane
Primary Leader
  • Mon, Apr 28, 2025
  • Denver
  • Biking
  • Adults
  • Easy to Moderate, Easy to Moderate
  • Easy
  • Mileage: 11.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 700 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 6,282 ft
  • Pace: Steady / 5.5 mph

A beautiful non-technical trail with expansive views of mountains. With the 11 mile distance and 700 feet of elevation, however, a decent level of aerobic and physical conditioning is recommended.

Meeting Time:   9:00 am

Meeting Place:   Pronghorn Park (10557 Weathersfield Way, Highlands Ranch, CO)  Directions: There are a few ways to get there.  Here is one: From 470 go south on Hwy 85 (Santa Fe) > go East on Highlands Ranch Parkway > turn Right on Wildcat Parkway >then right on Weathersfield. lt is just a short distance to the park on Weathersfield. There is a restroom at the park.

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East West Regional Trail

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

A mountain bike (or other) 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).

Also Required:   Biking Helmet, Sunglasses / Eye Protection, Riding gloves, 1 qt of water (minimum), electrolyte mix to add to water if have, high energy snacks, small 1st aid kit (primarily for wound care - i.e. bandaids, dressing, bandage, small soap or antiseptic wipes).

If have, also bring:  Tire/Tube Repair Kit, Air Pump, Bike Multi-tool, a spare inner tube (tubeless tires with fresh sealant also recommended due to possible goat's-head weeds alongside trail.)

Helpful Resource:  Basic Mountain Biking Techniques (a good review for newbies and experienced riders alike):
https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/mountain-biking-techniques.html

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