Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Mountain Biking Around Broomfield, CO

Just a few of the many benefits of living in Broomfield are the fresh air, mountain views, and pleasant weather. Spring is a great time of year to welcome the warmer weather by enjoying some of the best mountain biking in the country just minutes from your Alta Harvest Station Apartment. Even if you’ve never tried mountain biking before, now is an excellent time to start. Mountain biking builds strength, stamina, and balance, and it’s also a wonderful way to see much of the natural beauty Colorado has to offer.

Walker Ranch Loop
The Walker Ranch Loop is one of the most popular hiking and biking trails in the Broomfield and Boulder area. Located just a few miles from central Boulder, this 7.5-mile trail is both family- and dog-friendly. The Walker Ranch Loop is best for intermediate and advanced riders, though less experienced riders can also enjoy this trail as well by dismounting and walking through the few areas of steep or difficult terrain. A typical ride on this trail takes one to two hours, but a more leisurely pace is recommended for those who’d like to make frequent stops or enjoy the scenic views as you gain a total of 1650 feet during your ride.

Rock Creek Trail
The Rock Creek Trail is an excellent mountain biking experience for beginners. This 12-mile soft-surface trail will take you through the Carolyn Holmberg Preserve between Broomfield and Lafayette. Many mountain bikers use the Rock Creek Trail as an easy warm-up for more challenging trails, such as the Dirty Bismarck Loop that can be reached from the Coalton Trailhead at one end of the Rock Creek Trail. Alternatively, you can choose to stop off along the Rock Creek Trail and enjoy picnicking or fishing in the Carolyn Holmberg Preserve, which offers an additional three easy hiking and mountain biking trails: the Cradleboard Trail, the Lac Amora Link Trail, and the Mary Miller Trail.

North Table Loop
North Table Mountain Park is well known for its breathtaking views and enjoyable mountain biking trails. The North Table Mountain area was formed by lava flows nearly 60 million years ago and today features panoramic views and plenty of native animal species, including golden eagles, red-tailed hawks, mule deer, and prairie dogs. A moderate difficulty 5.9-mile trail, the North Table Loop is just one of many trails that snake their way through this amazing 2000-acre park. As you travel this trail, you’ll enjoy views of Colorado’s riparian habitats and climb all the way to the mesa’s top, where you can hook up with the Mesa Top Trail to add an additional 3.65 miles to your ride.

At Alta Harvest Station, we offer luxury apartment living just 20 minutes from Denver, Boulder, and the Flatiron Mountains. If you’re looking to lease a one-, two-, or three-bedroom apartment that puts you in the middle of some of Colorado’s best mountain biking, hiking, shopping, and dining, check us out on the web to find out why you’ll love living at Alta Harvest Station. You can contact us online to inquire about leasing or stop by in person to tour our community, which also features a swimming pool, dog park, and ample community greenspace.

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