There are so many incredible places to bike in the US that when I tried to narrow it down to five, I realized that I couldn't do it. I ended up cheating a bit and writing out 3 lists. This list is the five best places to go biking in the central US. Please use this as starting point to investigate your adventures, this list is by no means complete.
Waldo Canyon in Colorado. If you bike for the views and the spectacle of it all, this trail is an absolute must for you. The views will quite literally take your breath away. The view from the top is above the treeline and gives you sense that you are looking down from heaven at the most beautiful place on earth. After that feeling, the ride down is extremely exhilarating.
Palmer Park in Colorado Springs. The trails in Palmer Park truly do offer something for everyone. Beginners will find a fun trail to ride and the experts in your group will not be disappointed either. The Park hasn't been completely mapped yet so there are still places where you might get a little lost. Don't panic, just enjoy the fact you actually someplace in the US that hasn't been mapped yet. A little bit of common sense will get you back on the right path and enjoying your ride.
Cache Creek to Game Creek Loop, Jackson, WY. Located immediately southeast of the town of Jackson, this trail will seem a little common in the beginning. However, you will not be disappointed after the first 2 miles. Rolling hills, thicket, wildlife and seemingly every kind of flowering plant you can think of line the wide track. This trail works for all fitness levels and is truly beautiful. For a more challenging ride, do the loop backwards.
MOAB in Utah. The MOAB Brand trails in Moab, UT are named for the 4 different letters in the town's name. Starting with M, the easiest trail, and working their way to B, the most difficult, these trails provide a skills challenge no matter what your skill level. If you're a beginner, stick to the rocky terrain of the M trail. For the expert, take the hair pin turns of the B. Most people are somewhere in between and will a great time on the O and A trails. Moab is an otherworldly town not to be missed.
Barton Creek Greenbelt in Austin, Texas. Austin has seen a lot of change of the last decade or so. It has gone from a quirky, weird college town to one of the fastest growing cities in all of the US. The people of Austin have worked hard to maintain that quirky weirdness though. It is a great city and if you can make this trip during the Austin City Limits Music Festival held every September, I highly recommend it. The Barton Creek Greenbelt can be inconsistent in some spots but if you are willing to deal with the trails imperfections, it is the best urban trail in the country. So what if you have to walk a little in some spots? If you hit the trail with an Austin state of mind you will have an absolute blast and that is what bike riding is supposed to be all about.
These trails are just a sampling of what the Central US has to offer. As I mentioned, it was difficult to narrow the lists down to just 5 places. I hope you get the chance to see them all. Each one is very unique and has something different to teach you. Get out there and learn all your lessons on the above amazing trails. - 22873
Waldo Canyon in Colorado. If you bike for the views and the spectacle of it all, this trail is an absolute must for you. The views will quite literally take your breath away. The view from the top is above the treeline and gives you sense that you are looking down from heaven at the most beautiful place on earth. After that feeling, the ride down is extremely exhilarating.
Palmer Park in Colorado Springs. The trails in Palmer Park truly do offer something for everyone. Beginners will find a fun trail to ride and the experts in your group will not be disappointed either. The Park hasn't been completely mapped yet so there are still places where you might get a little lost. Don't panic, just enjoy the fact you actually someplace in the US that hasn't been mapped yet. A little bit of common sense will get you back on the right path and enjoying your ride.
Cache Creek to Game Creek Loop, Jackson, WY. Located immediately southeast of the town of Jackson, this trail will seem a little common in the beginning. However, you will not be disappointed after the first 2 miles. Rolling hills, thicket, wildlife and seemingly every kind of flowering plant you can think of line the wide track. This trail works for all fitness levels and is truly beautiful. For a more challenging ride, do the loop backwards.
MOAB in Utah. The MOAB Brand trails in Moab, UT are named for the 4 different letters in the town's name. Starting with M, the easiest trail, and working their way to B, the most difficult, these trails provide a skills challenge no matter what your skill level. If you're a beginner, stick to the rocky terrain of the M trail. For the expert, take the hair pin turns of the B. Most people are somewhere in between and will a great time on the O and A trails. Moab is an otherworldly town not to be missed.
Barton Creek Greenbelt in Austin, Texas. Austin has seen a lot of change of the last decade or so. It has gone from a quirky, weird college town to one of the fastest growing cities in all of the US. The people of Austin have worked hard to maintain that quirky weirdness though. It is a great city and if you can make this trip during the Austin City Limits Music Festival held every September, I highly recommend it. The Barton Creek Greenbelt can be inconsistent in some spots but if you are willing to deal with the trails imperfections, it is the best urban trail in the country. So what if you have to walk a little in some spots? If you hit the trail with an Austin state of mind you will have an absolute blast and that is what bike riding is supposed to be all about.
These trails are just a sampling of what the Central US has to offer. As I mentioned, it was difficult to narrow the lists down to just 5 places. I hope you get the chance to see them all. Each one is very unique and has something different to teach you. Get out there and learn all your lessons on the above amazing trails. - 22873
About the Author:
PJ can be found riding her women's comfort bike on the greenways of Charlotte, NC. Of course she will be closely followed by her husband and 2 boys, all on their comfort bikes. Drop her a line and say hello in TheComfortBikeShop.com.
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