Two cyclists ride along a flat, gravel road through a montane grassland.
2-3 HoursPark entrance fees apply.

Bike the Redondo Foothills Loop

Valles Caldera National Preserve

The Redondo Foothills Loop is a moderately strenuous, 9.5-mile bike route beginning in the Cabin District. This ride features flowy descents, 771 feet of climbing, and great views of Valle Grande.

The Redondo Foothills Loop is a moderately strenuous, 9.5-mile bike route beginning in the Cabin District. This ride features flowy descents, 771 feet of climbing, and great views of Valle Grande. Starting at the Volcano Discovery Center, head south on El Cajete Trail. The first 1.5 miles are on a packed gravel road. Turn right at the Redondo Foothills Trail for a steep but graded climb. Once at the top, the trail turns into singletrack with great views of Valle Grande and its elk herds. Riders will be rewarded with a nice flowy descent to the backcountry road. From there, turn right to go back to the Volcano Discovery Center. The entire route is about 9.5 miles with 771 feet of climbing. You should be using a hardtail or full-suspension mountain bike.

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Mountain BikingElkRanchesFireFoothills, Plains and ValleysForests and WoodlandsGrasslandsMountainsNatural SoundsScenic ViewsTrailsVolcanoesWatershedsHeadwatersValles Calderabikebikingtrailtrailsredondo foothills

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Duration

2-3 Hours

Fees

Park entrance fees apply.

Fees Apply

Yes

Seasons

Spring, Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility

The Redondo Foothills Loop is a route containing gravel roads and narrow, natural surface trails with steep grades.

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No

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No

Location

Redondo Foothills Loop

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