Grand Mesa
The Grand Mesa in Colorado is known as the largest flattop mountain in the world, encompassing hundreds of square miles and reaching an elevation of about 11,000 feet (3,400 m). The Mesa Scenic Byway winds through 63 miles of the national forest, providing beautiful views of the park’s lakes, wildlife and geological features. Much of the mesa is within Grand Mesa National Forest, it is a popular destination for fishing, camping and hiking during the summer months. In the winter, Grand Mesa, which is home to Powderhorn Mountain Resort, offers some of the best skiing and snowboarding in Colorado.
Region: Colorado
City: De Beque
Distance: 54.88 km
Elevation Gain: 1931 m
Elevation Loss: 259 m
Difficulty: 1272 (Very Hard)
FIETS Index: 7.77 FIETS
Avg Grade: 3.68 %
Max cat climb: HC
Min elevation: 1460 m
Max elevation: 3300 m
Ride Category: Climb