Riding New Rec Path Extension Toward Freemont Pass 14Aug22

Kala and I headed up the great new recreation path extension from Wheeler Flats (near Copper) to part way up toward Freemont Pass today. This is an excellent start toward Freemont along the 10 Mile Ck grade. The wildflowers are still popping everywhere in Summit and the day was beautiful 70°. At the current extent of the path there is a spectacular new bridge over the creek and over Rt 91 at the Climax entrance. There's quite a lot left to complete the path to Freemont Pass but the new 3.3 mi section is a relatively easy grade (~650ft vert) the entire way and feels much more remote than it is. We just did 10 miles, not knowing yet the difficulty ~ this is a good addition when riding to Copper and not wanting the full Vail Pass experience. We had fun and closed out with lunch at Dillon Dam, during which a driving rain appeared early so our timing was awesome.