Shrine Pass to Red Cliff

Rundown:
The Shrine Pass to Red Cliff ride is a point to point route with great views of Notch Mountain and Mt of the Holy Cross.

Distance:
8.75 miles

Difficulty Level:
Easy

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Season:
Summer - Fall

How to Get There:
Two cars are required for the Shrine Pass to Red Cliff ride.

Parking for Red Cliff: Drive west on Interstate 70 to Minturn Exit 171. Go east on U.S. Highway 24 to Red Cliff before the bridge. Shrine Pass Road is the first left from the Red Cliff turn-off. Parking is available along the side of the road.

Parking for Shrine Pass: Drive Interstate 70 to Vail Pass (Exit 190) and park at the Vail Pass Rest Area.

Description:
The ride begins on Shrine Pass road. Look for a sign just west of the Vail Pass rest area directing riders to Red Cliff. Ride west on the road over Shrine Pass (11089 feet). The descent into Red Cliff is pretty straight forward as the route parallels Turkey Creek.



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