Best casual bike rides in Loveland, CO
Loveland sits at the edge of the foothills with a quiet feel and the Loveland Recreation Trail linking its parks and lakes. These casual ride ideas keep things flat and mellow, with the mountains as a backdrop and real climbing close when you want it.
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Loveland family / flat ride — 6.17 mi
Quick loop heading east on paved roads, just under 6.2 miles with barely 98 ft of climbing so it rolls smooth and fast. Traffic is light, so you can settle into a steady pace and enjoy the ride without worrying about cars.
Loveland bike paths ride — 13.38 mi
A 13-mile loop heading west on quiet paved roads with about 265 ft of climbing spread across the ride. It's a smooth, steady effort on low-traffic streets, perfect for spinning out a quick weekday loop.
Loveland longer scenic ride — 24.97 mi
Head northeast on quiet pavement for 25 miles, with a modest 417 ft of climbing spread across the ride. You'll ride out to the turnaround and return the same way on roads with virtually no traffic.