Chapter 6 Rails to Trails Case Study


Galloping Goose Trail
Telluride. Colorado

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is primarily dirt featuring awesome vistas,
wildlife, bridges, and historical landmarks.
Many mountain bikers include this into the
well known Mountain Bike Trail referred to
as 'Telluride', as the trail contains a higher
level of difficulty.

   Overall, this rail-trail is based on active
recreational uses and makes no apparent
effort to connect towns or communities
although the trail is rich in history.


Abo\ e Those \\ 10 \l sit the trail
in the summer enjoy bright blue
skies and warm temperatures.

Right: A cyclist hits the trail just
west of the town of Telluride.
(Photos credit: San Miguel County Open
Space & Recreation Department)