Dakota Ridge/Red Rocks Loop

The Dakota Ridge trail traverses a beautiful 'hogback' near the small town of Morrison, with views of Denver on one side and the Red Rocks amphitheater and mountains to the west. After about three miles of very challenging terrain, we crossed the road and returned on the easier but no less scenic Red Rocks Trail.

        Erik and Natalie enjoying the views after the short lung-bursting ride to the top of the ridge.

        Natalie is all smiles after finishing the first technical downhill.

        In a scenic meadow, preparing for the toughest climb of the ride (we all had to dismount and walk it).

        Erik checking out his bike.

        Natalie concentrating as she approaches a rockier section of trail.

        Erik navigating a typical rocky section of Dakota Ridge.

        That's me cresting another small summit on the ridge.

       
        Erik shoots down 'The Wall', a very steep but short rock slab.