Lake City Cycling / Hiking Tour
June 23 – 28, 2009
5 Day Tour – Total mileage 253 miles


Day One 75 miles - Suaguache to Gunnison
Day Two - 55 miles - Gunnison to Lake City 
Day Three - 48 miles - Lake City to Creede
Day Four - Rest Day or Optional Hike
Day Five - 75 miles - Creede to Saugache

What’s Included:
- Four Nights Lodging
- All meals - breakfast, lunches & dinner each cycling day
- All snacks, Cliff Bars, gels, fruit, & energy drinks
- Luggage transfer to hotels
- Post ride celebrations, food and beverages
- Sag support each cycling day
- Mechanical support each cycling day
- Tour guides & cycling profiles for all routes

Tour Attractions/Highlights:
- 2 nights lodging at the Antlers Hotel
- Hiking a Colorado Fourteener 
- Cycling over Slumgullion Pass/Continental Divide
- Yoga sessions with certified instructor
- Introductory bike maintenance clinic
- Massage appointments available

 Day One 75 miles - Suaguache to Gunnison

We begin our journey from the small town of Saguache, Colorado “The gateway to the San Luis Valley” elev. 7,697 feet.  Our first day begins on Hwy 114 heading northwest and then turning west on Hwy 50 towards Gunnison. This remote, desolate, yet pristine cycling road is a real treat for all Tour riders. We have the pleasure of viewing quiet streams, beautiful ranch property, steep canyon walls, pine forests, smooth pavement and no traffic.

We gradually approach the summit of N. Cochetopa Pass (elev. 10,149 ft.)  where you can experience the amazing views of San Luis Peak and the Continental Divide.

Our team will provide a gourmet lunch on the shores of Cocheropa Creek. We will then make a smooth decent through ranch land and horse property to the town of Gunnison, Colorado where we are greeted with hot tubs, optional massage and refreshments to end our first day of the tour.

 Day Two55 Miles -  Gunnison to Lake City

We begin our 2nd day by cycling over the Blue Mesa Reservoir to meet the rolling hills of the Gunnison river valley.

The road is smooth, the views of multiple 14,000 ft. peaks are incredible as we pedal through some of the most gorgeous terrain Colorado has to offer. As we glide through the mountains,  the San Juan Mountain Range commands our attention as we pass by steep cliffs, navigate sharp curves, ride beside interesting rock formations and finally come to rest in the classic mountain town of Lake City, Colorado.

The DreamCycle Tours team will prepare a hearty lunch with all the trimmings while you settle into personalized cabins for the evening. After our meal, you are free to enjoy the beauty of Lake City including: Jeep Tours, ATV Tours, hiking, fishing, volleyball etc.

 Day Three48 Miles - Lake City to Creede

It is hard to leave this majestic mountain town with so much beauty to be explored, however, the road awaits with more adventure.

The pavement is pristine for mountain roads and there are plenty of sag stops so all riders can thoroughly enjoy this Alpine journey. Farther up the road we continue with great rollers, smooth curves and spectacular views of the La Garita Wilderness Area. We reach the summit of Slumgullion Pass (elev. 11,361 ft.) for a well deserved rest, energy bars, clothing change, fluids and photos. 

Experiencing this terrain on a bicycle is not to be missed as we approach the quaint little town of Creede, Colorado.

Turn your bike/tandem in for a room key, sit on the porch swing next to the Rio Grande River allowing yourself to be pampered with deluxe lodging and exquisite cuisine, all blended with a charming western motif at the Antlers Lodge.

 Day FourRest Day or Optional Hike Day

Hike San Luis Peak (14,014 ft.)  "Colorado's most remote 14er" or simply relax and enjoy the beautiful Colorado weather.

 Day Five75 Miles -  Creede to Saguache

Our last day begins as we leave the small town of Creede, Colorado. We cycle east on Hwy 149 tracing the banks of the Rio Grande River. This road offers steep canyons, wide open range land, gentle rollers and wildlife viewing.

We turn east on Hwy 112 crossing swollen creeks that feed lush farm land as we travel through this high mountain valley. We arrive in Del Norte, Colorado for a gourmet lunch before continuing on the final leg of the tour.  We cycle through the San Luis Valley and experience spectacular views of the Sangre De Cristo Range, impressive 14,000 ft peaks and a glimpse of the Great Sand Dunes National Monument.

We will pull into the Saguache Creek Lodge so all riders can shower, change, refresh and prepare for the departure home.

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