Philip LePoidevin
Philip has contributed 3 routes spanning 33 miles of routes in Colorado.
Member since May 2, 2021.
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11 mi
gravel
Cottonwood Lake CG via CR343Gravel route on Co Rd 306, Buena Vista, Chaffee County, Colorado "This route takes you up to Cottonwood Lake via CR343/344, just off the start of Cottonwood Pass. It is a fairly mellow ride with some decent hills, and plenty of natural scenery and wildlife. The road surface is pretty well maintained, but expect some washboarding. Traffic is moderate for a dirt road during peak summer season. Feel free to continue past the campground if you are seeking more adventure, however the road surface deteriorates rapidly past that point. There is no parking near the start, but starting in town will give you a good chance to warm up before hitting dirt. " |
10 mi
gravel
CR365Gravel route from Co Rd 361 to Orion Way, Buena Vista, Chaffee County, Colorado "This route is relatively short, but provides it's challenges through an assortment of steep climbs and loose, rocky terrain. This road will take you all the way up to the North Cottonwood TH(aka Mt. Columbia and Mt. Harvard TH). Bear in mind that bikes are not allowed past the trailhead. A fun short ride that will get the legs burning, but leave you with plenty of time to enjoy your day around town! 650b recommended! " |
12 mi
gravel
CR376/311/375 LoopGravel route on Co Rd 375, Buena Vista, Chaffee County, Colorado "Starting from Buena Vista, this route features short punchy climbs at the start, leveling off gradually and returning back to town via a series of fun, rolling descents. Most of the roads are well maintained, but there are a couple areas of loose dirt and sand. Watch for off-roading vehicles, although you should be able to see/hear them coming from a long way off. Step-by-step starting from Buena Vista: -Head north on CR371(N. Colorado Ave.) for 3 miles -Turn left onto CR375 for 1 Mile, passing Turtle Rocks Campground on your left around the .8 mile mark. -Turn right onto CR376 for 2 Miles -Turn left onto CR311 just after the cattle grates, and continue for 2.3 miles -Stay left to continue onto CR 373 for 1.4 miles -Stay to your left at the fork, crossing over Fourmile Creek and continuing on CR373 for 1.9 miles -The road continues as CR375A for 1.6 miles -Turn left back onto CR375, and enjoy the descent back down past Turtle Rocks. -Turn left onto CR371 and head south straight back to Buena Vista. " |