Peak to Peak Scenic Byway
Colorado’s oldest scenic byway, established in 1918. Skirts the eastern boundary of the Indian Peaks Wilderness and Rocky Mountain National Park with continuous views of the Continental Divide. Delivers undulating high-country sweepers, golden aspen groves in autumn, and passes through quirky mountain hamlets like Nederland and Allenspark.
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The undisputed epicenter of motorcycle culture in the eastern United States, sitting at Mile 0 of the Tail of the Dragon (US-129). An electric, adrenaline-fueled carnival of sportbikes, adventure tourers, and interstate cruisers. Smells of warm tire rubber, two-stroke exhaust, and hickory smoke.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many curves and miles is Peak to Peak Scenic Byway? ▼
Peak to Peak Scenic Byway spans 55 miles and packs approximately 160 curves (2.9 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 7,500 ft - 9,250 ft and technical rating 5/10.
Where are the start and end coordinates? ▼
The route starts at Estes Park, CO (Latitude 40.3772, Longitude -105.5217) and finishes at Black Hawk / Central City, CO (Latitude 39.8008, Longitude -105.4986).
How can I download the GPX file for GPS navigation? ▼
Click the "Download Free GPX" button on this guide. The standard XML file is 100% free and ready to load into Garmin zūmo, BMW Motorrad Connected, Rever, Scenic, or Google Maps.