At this point, either cross the bridge or continue on the road to your left. Either way leads you to the single-track loop around the reservoir. If you choose to start closer to the reservoir, cross the dam and park in the large parking area just across the top of the dam. The average bike ride will take between two and three hours. Double that for hikers.
Camping is permitted at the reservoir, but reservations are recommended.
The parking areas and boat ramp around the east side of the dam will be closed for improvements from until July 13. Take the Cimmarron exit and follow signs to U.S. 24 and the town of Woodland Park. Turn right at a stop light onto Baldwin Road, which turns into Rampart Range Road. Go about five miles and take another right onto Loy Creek Road. The Daily Camera.