Dawson's Butte
Castle Rock, Colorado
| Address: | ~1753 Tomah Rd, Castle Rock, CO 80109, USA |
| GPS: |
39°17'38.8"N 104°55'13.0"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Colorado |
| Trail Length: | 5.00 miles |
| MTB Difficulty: | Beginner |
| Trail Type: | Loop |
| MTB Trail Type: | Singletrack |
Mountain Bike
It's a simple loop from the parking lot--you can't get lost if you stay on the main trail. There are a bunch of detours on bridle trails--leave them to the equestrians. The singletrack is usually wide, non threatening, and passes through a mix of ponderosa forest and open meadows. The loop is just over 5 miles with about 300 feet of elevation change, so the grade is always gradual. Going CCW provides a longer, more interesting downhill. Although a map is not necessary, one is available on the Douglas County web site. Courtesy of Singletracks.com
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Add ResourceNever modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Castle Rock, Colorado
- Head north on Cantril St toward Third St (92 ft)
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Third St (0.1 mi)
- Turn left at the 2nd cross street onto Perry St (0.6 mi)
- Turn right onto Plum Creek Pkwy (0.3 mi)
- Turn left onto Frontage Rd (5.0 mi)
- Turn right onto Tomah Rd (1.6 mi)
- Turn rightDestination will be on the left(394 ft)
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