Start Location: https://jeffcomtb.club/directions/elk-meadow-bergan
A strenuous climb and a super fun downhill!! Bring your climbing legs and some good brake pads.
Standard Route: 10.2 miles 2194 ft climbing 2194 ft descending
Don't let the description scare you, "strenuous" may not be the proper description. Its very manageable but its no cakewalk!
This always seems like one of the hardest rides to me but it is still one of our favorites. It will be difficult if you haven't been riding much but its June or close to it so all of you should be up for the challenge. The climb is long, difficult and somehow fun. About the time you may be feeling like you have had enough we reach the intersection of Bergen peak trail and Too long where a rest break is usually in order. From there its only another mile to the top but it seems like more. We will head to the top for a scenic overlook and then get ready to crank it up on the way down. The downhill seems endless and then you are back where we started, ready for a beer, Gatorade and a nap.
Park info: https://www.jeffco.us/1218/Elk-Meadow-Park