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Falcon Trail - Air Force Academy
A nice and scenic loop located on the US Air Force Academy. You need ID to get in. Recommend that you park near the stadium, then head west up the service road to where the Falcon Trail crosses the road, about a quarter mile from the parking lot.
The trail was recently re-done, so there's not much technical riding. But there is lots of nice flowing singletrack, plus great scenery. It's a good climbing trail, with fun descents.
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Distance - 12.7 miles Ride Time - about two hours Climbing Elevation - 1,924 feet Tech Rating - easy Aerobic Rating - moderate |
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