Silverthorne to Ute Pass - Silverthorne, Colorado

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Silverthorne to Ute Pass, Summit County, Colorado

An adventure and great road bike ride to see the Henderson Mine and destruction caused by the Pine Beatles on top of Ute Pass.

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Silverthorne to Ute Pass, Silverthorne, CO

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Silverthorne to Ute Pass

Silverthorne to Ute Pass

This ride is approximately 20 miles one way. This is one of my favorite rides, but I continue over Ute pass to Winter Park (50-65 miles). This adventure begins heading north on Hwy 9 from Silverthorne to Kremmling. Even though this ride is on the road it is simply impressive, following the Blue River. At times it almost feels like a bike path. While heading north, you will notice on the left a big stone crushing operation. Further down on your right is metal art formation. Ute Pass turn off is about ¼ of a mile from here. The turn-off can be missed, but you just need to look for the Henderson Mine sign. The green meadows and rigid rock formations make this an unbeatable road bike ride. You reach the top of Ute pass at the Summit/Grand County divider and a parking area at 9,524 feet. Heading toward Grand County look around at the destruction from the Pine Beatles in the last couple of years. There are few green trees left. If continuing on down the hill in about a mile or two you will come to the Henderson Mine. Currently operating half a mile under the Continental Divide, the mine recovers molybdenum. At this point you may want to continue back up the hill because the pavement ends shortly and enjoy the views of the jagged mountain peaks of the Gore range on the ride back to Silverthorne.

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