Copper Triangle

⛰️ Scenic
🎗️ Charity Event
🪣 Bucket List Event
Event Date

Aug 2, 2025

Location

Frisco, CO

Discipline

Road

About

Conquer Colorado’s Alpine Peaks on a Legendary 79-Mile Adventure!

The Copper Triangle is a classic Colorado road cycling event taking place on August 2, 2025. Riders tackle a spectacular 79-mile alpine loop showing off the best of the Rocky Mountains, including three legendary mountain passes—Fremont, Tennessee, and Vail—each over 10,000 feet. The event is known for its scenic high-altitude views, challenging climbs and descents, and vibrant finish line festival atmosphere at Copper Mountain Resort. As a charity event supporting the Davis Phinney Foundation for Parkinson’s, it offers both a physical challenge and the chance to ride for a cause.

COURSE DETAILS

A 79-mile paved road route, starting and finishing at Copper Mountain Resort, climbing three significant mountain passes (Fremont, Tennessee, Vail) with multiple aid stations, scenic Rocky Mountain views, and long, exhilarating descents. The loop passes historic areas like Camp Hale as it traverses open mountain roads.

Race HIGHLIGHTS

  • Three mountain passes over 10,000 feet: Fremont, Tennessee, and Vail
  • Stunning Rocky Mountain vistas throughout the ride
  • Historic Camp Hale and ski area scenery along the course
  • Generous aid stations with Tailwind Nutrition and SAG support
  • Finish line celebration and meal at Copper Mountain Resort
  • Charity partnership with the Davis Phinney Foundation for Parkinson’s (Team DPF VIP perks available)

RIDE TYPES

Gran Fondo

Event Location

Race overview

Course Length

79 miles

Elevation / Elevation Gain

Copper Mountain Resort elevation: ~9,700 feet / Elevation gain: 6,500 feet

Terrain

Paved alpine mountain roads, including steep climbs and fast descents; open to vehicles along the route.

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