COLORADO SPRINGS BIKE TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Ridge & Relics: A 90-Minute Ride into Colorado Springs’ Mountain Trails
A 90-minute guided ride that threads scenic mountain trails and local historic areas — this guide helps you prepare for the route, gear provided, and the steep access road to Old Stage Riding Stables.
Ridge & Relics: A 90-Minute Ride into Colorado Springs’ Mountain Trails.
Adventure brief
Ridge & Relics: A 90-Minute Ride into Colorado Springs’ Mountain Trails
Embark on a breathtaking 90-minute ride through beautiful trails and a variety of mountain views, a tour that pairs scenic riding with deeper stops in local historic areas for an unforgettable stretch of trail time.
Experience the thrill of a 1 ½ hour ride through the breathtaking trails near Colorado Springs with Old Stage Riding Stables. This adventure offers a perfect blend of outdoor excitement and historical charm as you traverse stunning mountain paths, surrounded by awe-inspiring views of the Rockies. The ride is designed for both beginners and experienced riders, providing helmets, water, and saddle bags to enhance your comfort and safety. You'll encounter steep, challenging roads that test your riding skills and give a true sense of accomplishment. Along the way, local stories and history enrich the journey, creating a meaningful connection to the land. Whether seeking tranquility or an adrenaline boost, this ride is a remarkable way to experience Colorado’s natural beauty and heritage from horseback, leaving you with lasting memories and scenic photos.
Route Schematic
Route schematic
Key stops and scenes you’ll pass on the ride, from trails and viewpoints to historic areas and the stables.
Trail sections & viewpoints
Ride through beautiful trails and encounter a variety of mountain views along the initial sections of the route.
Local historic areas
The extended portion of this ride visits additional local historic areas not covered on the one‑hour option.
Approach to Old Stage Riding Stables
The route finishes at—or passes by—the Old Stage Riding Stables after navigating the winding, steep access road.
Safety note: the road to Old Stage Riding Stables is windy and steep and requires a competent, confident driver with no fear of heights to navigate these steep mountain roads; operators may adjust routing for safety or conditions.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Varied mountain vistas and trailwork
Expect a sequence of beautiful trails framed by shifting mountain views—this ride emphasizes the natural scenery along a 90‑minute route.
An expanded itinerary with historic stops
This 1 ½ hour option covers everything on the shorter ride but extends into more of the local historic areas, giving riders a fuller sense of the region’s past.
A dramatic, demanding access road
The approach to the stables is a winding, steep mountain road—part of the experience is managing the ascent and descent to the riding base.
What the day feels like
What the ride feels like
Over ninety minutes you’ll move between open trail sections and lookout points, then thread into pockets of local history added to the longer route—an experience that balances scenic riding with interpretive stops.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this ride suits — and who should exercise caution.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The experience runs 1 ½ hours (a 90‑minute ride).
Helmets, water, and a saddle bag are provided for the ride.
The road to Old Stage Riding Stables is windy and steep and requires a competent, confident driver with no fear of heights.
This 90‑minute option includes everything on the one‑hour ride plus additional stops in local historic areas.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the 1 ½ Hour Ride?
The ride lasts 1 ½ hours (90 minutes).
What does the 1 ½ hour option include that the one‑hour ride does not?
It includes everything on the one‑hour ride but adds more of the local historic areas.
Is safety gear provided?
Yes — helmets, water, and a saddle bag are provided.
Are the roads to the stables difficult?
Yes. The road to Old Stage Riding Stables is windy and steep and requires a competent, confident driver with no fear of heights.
What kind of scenery will I see?
The ride features beautiful trails and a variety of mountain views.
How this guide was prepared
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