Hiking and Biking

Epic Views and Wild Flower Lined Trails

Begin your next hiking or biking adventure at Mountain River Lodge.  Take on a high-altitude hiking expedition or race down an exhilarating mountain bike trail.  Trek an easy, self-guided nature trail through alpine meadows or coast down a relaxing flat ride along a Colorado river bed.  Whatever your choice, you can find it close by!

Best Hikes Near Lake George, Colorado

Tour the most popular trails in the Lake George area by foot. Mountain River Lodge has it all – a challenging hike for the experienced or an easy family adventure.  We’re located next to some of the best Colorado hiking trails around – the ideal spot for avid hikers and newbies.  Explore a wide range of levels.

Here are our top picks for hiking trail areas:

If your bucket list includes climbing a 14,000-foot mountain, or “fourteener” as we call them, head west into the towns of Bueña Vista and Salida, that’s where you’ll find twelve mountains over 14,000 feet in elevation.

Whether you’re in the mood for a family friendly mile-round trip, 5-mile hike, or an all-day high elevation mountain climb, we are sure that you will find the perfect trail.

Best Mountain Biking Near Lake George, Colorado

Grab your bike helmet; this is about to be the ride of your life! Mountain River Lodge is the perfect choice for your biking vacation. Our cabins are centrally located to many biking trails.

Here are our top picks for mountain biking:

Near & Around Eleven Mile State Park:

Midland Trail – 2.8 miles
Eleven Mile Canyon Road – 9.2 miles
Aspen Loop Trail – .6 miles
Ponderosa Loop Trail – .7 miles
Black Bear Trail -.5 miles

Near Pikes Peak National Forest:
Cheesman Ranch Loop – 9.9 miles
Homestead Trail 2.9 miles
Catamount Trail – 9.6 miles

After a long day of hiking or biking the best trails in Colorado you’ll want to relax and enjoy luxury lodging at Mountain River Lodge!

If you are looking for an exclusive and private event venue, the entire property is available for rental upon request.

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