Winter Park Resort Trails

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Winter Park Resort Mountain Bike Trails
Trail Elevation Distance
Top Bottom Vertical Miles Km
Long Trail 10,700 9,000 1,700 5.49 8.83
  Long Trail is 6 miles of single-track with a 1700 vertical foot drop offering everything from tight, technical corners to fast sloping straight-aways. Perfect for all ages and abilities. Long Trail takes a rider all over the mountain crossing Lonesome Whistle, Gambler, and Aces and Eights on the Vasquez Ridge.

The terrain varies from fast flat sections and small climbs, to tight unexpected turns. At the intersection of Lower Arapahoe, Upper Cherokee and Long Trail there is a picnic table to grab a quick snack, have lunch, or just rest in the middle of lush forest with a spectacular view of the Fraser Valley.
Upper Roof of the Rockies 10,650 10,730 (80) 2.35 3.78
  Upper Roof of the Rockies offers a taste of everything for the cross-country enthusiast from small technical climbs, to fast, winding flat sections. Enjoy the view of the Vasquez Cirque riding across Hobo Alley, Switchyard and Lonesome Whistle, just before entering the trees on the backside of Parsenn Bowl. Some exposed tree roots add an interesting challenge. This is a great trail for solid riders who want to take a longer 2.35-mile loop with an initial 80' vertical climb.
Lower Roof of the Rockies 10,680 10,730 (50) 0.56 0.90
  A moderate single-track trail with very few major hills to negotiate. For a shorter loop, enjoy this trail as an out-and-back to Fantasy Meadow and enjoy spectacular wildflowers and views!
Gunbarrel 10,725 10,450 275 1.05 1.69
  Gunbarrel is a short trail section that splits off Lower Roof of The Rockies and leads rider through a small patch of forest. The majority of the trail is a dirt road that is a catwalk in the winter, and ends at the bottom of the High Lonesome Express (winter) lift. Gunbarrel is a great way to connect to Long Trail if you want you to take an easier route toward the Winter Park Base.
Fantasy Meadow 10,680 10,650 30 0.38 0.62
  Fantasy Meadow is a fun easier loop, accessed via Lower Roof of the Rockies, and a good way for less-experienced riders to gain a feel for their wheels. Access Fantasy Meadow by following Lower Roof of the Rockies .5 miles from the top of the Zephyr Express lift. Take a minute to enjoy the flowers and lush evergreens along the trail, and look due West for a great view of the Vasquez Cirque.

Mountain Goat

 10,700 9,625 1,075 2.39 3.85
 

Mountain Goat is the most technical and challenging trail on the mountain. The first section starts with steep, technical turns that merge into rock fields with 3-4 foot drops off large slabs of rock. The lower section crosses streams and ends in a tight, fast straightaway on rocky double-track with a couple of minor woops.

Mountain Goat is the perfect trail to brush up on your expert trial's skills. We recommend that you never ride this trail alone. Bring plenty of water for this one and plan enough time for the ride out. This trail borders resort boundaries behind Vasquez Ridge and empties onto the Little Vasquez jeep road near the base of the Pioneer Express.

Lonesome Whistle 10,040 9,770 270 0.48 0.77
  A short, fast trail with large water bars and loose surface rocks that really wakes you up after accessing from the easier Long Trail. The trailhead splits off of Long Trail where Gambler and Aces And Eights ski runs merge together. The trail borders the Lonesome Whistle ski run, and ends on the Little Vasquez jeep road by the base of the Olympia Express.

The Downhill

 9,850 9,575 275 1.57 2.52
 

True to its name, this is definitely the downhiller's trail of choice for reaching thrilling speeds on the long straight sections. But, watch out for those tight, loose rocky turns. Although officially rated a blue, this terrain is very loose, which makes it easy to wash out on the turns. The trail runs directly under the Zephyr lift and cuts straight across Balch, Bradley's Bash, Retta's Run, Outrigger, Cranmer and Allan Phipps ending at Five Points, where many riders link over to Upper Arapahoe or Cheyenne.

The second section is an easier, shorter ride with a couple of large switchbacks that cross Allan Phipps, Cranmer, March Hare and White Rabbit ski runs with a stunning view of the Continental Divide. A covered tent, emergency phone and fresh water are located at the Five Points mid-mountain intersection. Below Five Points, the trail crosses over several bridges and wooden steps, with steep loose turns and some large rocks providing natural obstacles. The bottom seciton of the trail heads down Cramner Cutoff and delivers riders to the base via multiple switchbacks across Parkway ski trail.

Arapahoe 10,700 9,850 850 2.19 3.53
  Arapahoe offers a peaceful, although somewhat technical, single-track cross-country ride. Moderate uphill climbs lead to faster, sharp downhill curves dumping onto Lower Arapahoe, where a picnic table has been placed for a quick rest. Pay attention as you weave in and out of the trees bordering Tweedle Dee, Mock Turtle and Tin Horn. See if your ski & ride eyes can recognize which ski run is which, as summer give the mountain a whole new look.
Lower Arapahoe 9,850 9,575 275 1.57 2.52
  Lower Arapahoe is also a nice, semi-technical cross-country singletrack trail with fast straightaways and sudden tight switchbacks that will test riding skills. There are some small technical climbs with small rocks jutting out of the ground. This trail is really a favorite of riders who enjoy quiet single-track, because the entire trail runs through undisturbed land in the Arapahoe National Forest.
Upper Cherokee 9,550 9,325 225 1.08 1.73
  A moderate, tight single-track trail that is overgrown by low hanging tree branches. This trail is very fast and narrow with little room for passing other riders, but extremely fun. Watch out for that last right-hand corner as the trail dumps you onto Tunnel Hill road. Remember to make an immediate right on the dirt road to connect with Lower Cherokee (see sign on left), or to ride back to Turnpike or the Long Trail and to the base of the Resort.
Icarus 11,000 9,650 2,160 5.3 8.48
  This trail starts with a 200 vertical foot climb that has few technical turns, splitting off Upper Roof of The Rockies. After the technical climb you will enjoy the views of the Continental Divide as you ride along the base of Parsenn Bowl to the Timberline lift. The second part of the trail is a fun 2,200 vertical foot drop that crosses Bluebell, Roundhouse and Columbine ski runs, where you have to maneuver through tight rocks and hairpin turns. If you make it through these sections you can relax and cruise down a gravel road, the Corona Way ski run, back to the Zephyr lift.
Jackalope 9,650 9,450 250 0.82 1.31
  Located just across the road from the Corona Sliding parking lot, Jackelope starts with a steep, loose, technical climb that will plateau and take you down a windy, rocky section with hairpin turns that dumps you out at the Mary Jane Base area. This is a very challenging trail running through a small patch of forest between highway 40 and the dirt road leading to the Mary Jane base. Watch out for those small tree stumps and rocks that will test your reflexes.
Cheyenne 10,700 9,850 850 0.82 1.31
  Trail starts at the top of the Zephyr Express and rapidly loses elevation as you switchback under the Olympia Express. The view of the Fraser Valley in incredible from here. Be sure to bring the digital camera. The trail ends at Five Points Intersection. From here hop on The Downhill, Arapahoe or Long Trail to return to the bottom of the Zephyr Express.
 HIKING TRAILS AT WINTER PARK
Ute Hiking Trail 10,700 9,000 1,700 1.46 2.33
  Trail starts at the bottom of the Zephyr and rapidly gains elevation as you switchback under the lift passing Upper Arapahoe. The trail ends at Sunspot, elevation 10,700, with breathtaking views of James and Perry's peaks. Remember to bring plenty of water as you hike up 1700 vertical feet.
Nystrom Hiking Trail 11,600 10,700 900ft 2.03 3.27
  Access this trail from Sunspot by hiking Upper Roof of The Rockies bike trail. You will see magnificent views of the Continental Divide when you hike along the ridgeline of Parsenn Bowl, as you end up in the saddle just behind the 12,060 ft. peak. Bring a light jacket in case there are strong winds when you are standing on top of the world.