Buttermilk Peak

Idaho Springs · Colorado

0.7 mi

Distance

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Net Elevation

7 min

Est. Time

Peak Elevation

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Difficulty

Green Circle

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Conditions

Cloudy
60°
58°
80°
23 mph
Gust36 mph
6:22 AM
7:47 PM
Dry

No significant precipitation expected.

Trail conditions look great for riding

0.10 in forecast rain in the next 48 hours26% top-layer soil moisture

The week looks mostly favorable for riding, with no major moisture signal in the forecast.

Best Window This Week

Saturday

a high near 77°F, 0.02 in expected rain, 29% rain chance

Forecast data via Open-Meteo.

About This Trail

Buttermilk Peak is a 0.7-mile mountain bike trail near Idaho Springs, Colorado. RidePal marks it as a green circle trail with a ground surface. Key stats include an estimated ride time of 7 min, which helps when comparing it with nearby Idaho Springs rides. Use the RidePal map to view the full trail route, compare nearby options, and plan around local riding conditions in Idaho Springs.

Mountain Biking in Idaho Springs

Idaho Springs is one of the mountain biking hubs in Colorado, with mapped trail coverage on RidePal. Use Buttermilk Peak as a starting point to compare nearby routes by distance, difficulty, surface, elevation profile, and ride time.

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Trail Details

Direction

One-Way Only

Surface

Ground

Technical Rating

Green Circle

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Buttermilk Peak FAQ

Where is Buttermilk Peak?

Buttermilk Peak is a mountain bike trail near Idaho Springs, Colorado. RidePal maps the route, trail stats, photos, reviews, and nearby rides for this area.

How difficult is Buttermilk Peak?

Buttermilk Peak is 0.7 miles long, rated green circle, with a ground surface, listed as one-way only, with an estimated ride time of 7 min. Check the map and recent conditions before riding.

What are the current riding conditions for Buttermilk Peak?

Some moisture signals are present, so expect tackier dirt or isolated soft spots. The current forecast suggests Saturday because a high near 77°F, 0.02 in expected rain, 29% rain chance.

What other mountain bike trails are near Buttermilk Peak?

Nearby RidePal trail pages in Idaho Springs include Devils Canyon Spur Trail, Panic Switch, Crosscut, 10 Day Jacks, Panic Switch Drop. Use the nearby trails section to compare distance, difficulty, and route style.

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