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Machine-built final descent back to the parking lot passing interesting Watchtower rock formations.


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Map Key

1.2

Miles

1.9

KM

Singletrack

6,077' 1,852 m

High

5,860' 1,786 m

Low

14' 4 m

Up

222' 68 m

Down

4%

Avg Grade (2°)

9%

Max Grade (5°)

Dogs Off-leash

E-Bikes Allowed

Features Drops/Jumps

Dec 1 - April 15 Winter Closure

Need to Know

Hit Sammy's for a burger and beer after your ride or Capitol Deli. Both quality spots with great patios!

Description

Watchtower is a whole different experience than Miller High Life. Still in desert terrain, Watchtower gives a whole new flavor with machine-built flow amongst some very unique geology. The trail starts off very fast with several doubles to clear or roll. After passing the watchtowers, the trail has a very skinny section just before it drops through a rocky roll into the junipers.

After you reach the junipers in the valley floor, the trail is very fast and swoopy with several alternate lines through well-placed rocks and boulders. The trail finishes in a sage meadow with several hidden features - small tables, hips, and berms. A great way to end any ride!

Contacts

Shared By:

Ryan Fids with improvements by Al Bird

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  4.5 from 11 votes

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  4.5 from 11 votes
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Trail Rankings

#583

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#6,760

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Flowing past the watchtowers.
Jun 15, 2021 near Rifle, CO
Machine built fun!
Nov 24, 2022 near Rifle, CO
Skinnier than it looks, dab left!
Jun 15, 2021 near Rifle, CO
Unique features everywhere.
Jun 15, 2021 near Rifle, CO
Up and down and near the parking lot.
Nov 24, 2022 near Rifle, CO
Banked corners too!
Nov 24, 2022 near Rifle, CO

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