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Avon ยท Trail of the Week, August 10, 2025

West Avon Preserve

This loop opens with a smooth switchbacking two-mile climb up Saddle Ridge at an average six percent grade, ending on views of Avon and Beaver Creek. The descent down Lee's Way is downhill-only and genuinely advanced, with steep pitches and a rollercoaster, bike-park feel full of banked turns and rollers. The loop wraps up on the BLT Jump Line, adding pumptrack rhythm and tabletops. Wild West Ridge, Wyse Way and PB&J can extend the day, and the whole network is reachable from Avon without driving.

Distance

4.5 mi

Elevation

1,000 ft gain

Time

1 hr

Difficulty

Advanced

Highlights

  • Two-mile switchback climb up Saddle Ridge
  • Downhill-only Lee's Way descent
  • Avon and Beaver Creek views from the top
  • BLT Jump Line pumptrack finish

Trailhead & parking

Avon Trailhead, end of Nottingham Road

Park along the road at the end of Nottingham Road in Avon. The cul-de-sac stays busy with local business traffic, so be courteous. Riders in town can pedal the bike path straight to the trailhead.

Directions
Season & conditions
Closed Dec. 15 to April 15 for environment and wildlife protection.
About this data
Distance, elevation, time, difficulty, season and parking are stated in the article. Coordinates from public map data.