Turtle Rock

Turtle Rock serves as a gateway to the entire Vedauwoo area. The short trail is the recommended starting point to a Mecca of cycling opportunities. The main reason to go to Vedauwoo is that the rock formations make you feel as though you're on another planet. Another reason is that the surrounding area offers scenic riding and a Lot of places to pedal. Start with the turtle Rock trail because it's fun and goes through awesome terrain, but branch off and explore. endless miles of more singletrack, jeep road, gravel road and paved roads await. Either get a topo and try to figure out where you're going or just pedal what looks inviting to you. The recommended method for riding the Vedauwoo area is to just ride; there are too many trails to try to follow a map without stopping every half-mile. You can make the journey as easy or as difficult as you Like. If something Looks out of your League, choose another path; there are plenty of riding opportunities. With some work and navigation, you can easily link the turtle Rock Trail to the Happy Jack trail system and probably find fun trails along the way.

Directioins: Vedauwoo is in the Medicine Bow national Forest between Laramie and Cheyenne. You can access Vedauwoo from Interstate 80, just watch for Vedauwoo signs and exit. The area is well-marked, and finding your way to the trailhead is easy. If you're feeling confused or Lost, stop by the Lincoln memorial and visitor's area. They have maps of the region.

Trail Descriptions: The only fork on the turtle Rock trail provides access to the surrounding area. Take it and see where you wind up.
The interesting part about riding this area is that you might find several miles of good singletrack or you might find singletrack that deadends into a field. Just go with good humor and plenty of time, and you'll find some excellent riding.

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