Cycling in Cherry Creek State Park (bike, congested, area)

[east2westagain]

Hi there! I was hoping to get some information about cycling in Cherry Creek State Park. I'd like to take my road bike out this weekend and I saw some routes on mapmyride that go from the tech center through the park. When I visited the park years ago by car, you had to pay for access. Will I have to do that with my bike or can I just ride through portions of it without a pass?

BTW - I'm looking for a ride where I can get in 20 miles or so at a decent pace (not out for a leisurely ride), so if the park is packed with strollers or walkers, it's probably something I'd rather avoid. Also - if you know of any good riding groups please feel free to let me know. I'm new to the area and any information you can give would be greatly appreciated

[Gorges]

My husband rides there on the weekends and he claims the paths in the park aren't congested and you can go at a good pace. He takes the Piney Creek trail in from the east and there is no charge.

[east2westagain]

Thanks so much Gorges! I'll give that a shot

[davidv]

There is a group that rides through the park in the mornings and then heads west to the DTC. I see them mostly on Fridays riding in a large group as they leave and ride west on Union Ave at about 7 am.