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Government Trail

Government Trail
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Type of Site
Sports & Recreation, Wilderness, Mountains, Trails
Neighborhood
East
Interests That Apply
Outdoors, Sports & Recreation
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Price: Free
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Partial
Mobility Obstacles: Extended Walking Required Dirt/off-road walking
Water/Drinks: NOT available at this site or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Not Available
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Government Trail

Superb mountain bike trail


Off The Beaten Path

Address: Phone:
806 West Hallam Street
(Forest Service Office)
Aspen, CO 81611
+1 970 925 3445

Description

This is a wonderfully appropriate name for a trail, for like the government itself, there are some things you like and other things that will cause you to foam in the brain. It covers 13 miles and, depending on your ability, takes two to five hours to complete. Single tracks, fire roads, stream crossings, mud, steep descents and thigh-burning climbs all combine to make for a great ride. It spills out at Iselin Park on Maroon Creek Road. From Snowmass, take Woods Road to Pine Lane. Follow it to where it dead-ends, pass through the gate and begin pedaling.


What you should know before visiting Government Trail

Times & Dates

Open Hours: Open 24 hrs, late May-early Oct
Notes: Open 24 hours daily late May-early Oct
Visit Time: 2hr-6hr
Best Time to Visit: Summer and early fall.
Why Best: Best trail conditions.
Average Wait Time: None
Notes: The trail can take anywhere from two to five hours depending upon the bicyclist's ability.
Price: Free

Exposure

Outdoor with little or no covering. Notes: Mountain weather can change quickly so be prepared with a waterproof jacket and warm layer--fleece jacket or a sweater.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Bicycle
Parking Availability: Yes
Parking Safety: Safe


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