Jarre Canyon
Jarre Canyon in Colorado offers a scenic and challenging cycling experience along State Highway 67, just southwest of Denver. It’s a lesser-known but rewarding route with beautiful canyon walls, forests, and a steady climb that appeals to cyclists looking for a quiet ride with solid elevation gain. The first few miles offer a steady climb, with red sandstone cliffs towering over the road. The scenery is rugged and beautiful, with the sound of West Plum Creek flowing alongside the road. As you ascend deeper into the canyon, the road twists and turns through pine forests, offering shady sections. This part has steeper pitches (around 6-8%), making for a challenging but satisfying climb.
Region: Colorado
City: Sedalia
Distance: 20.89 km
Elevation Gain: 674 m
Elevation Loss: 278 m
Difficulty: 484 (Moderate)
FIETS Index: 2.05 FIETS
Avg Grade: 3.7 %
Max cat climb: 2
Min elevation: 1759 m
Max elevation: 2313 m
Ride Category: Climb