Motorists in southwest Colorado are being advised to stay alert and share the road with approximately 175 cyclists participating in the annual Colorado’s Ride event from August 18 to 22. The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and the Colorado State Patrol (CSP) have issued a reminder for drivers to be cautious as riders travel along state highways and county roads in La Plata, San Juan, Archuleta, and Mineral Counties.
“This is the third year of welcoming Colorado’s Ride to our region, and we want to make it another safe and successful event for all roadway users. Please, always make a point to limit distractions, stay alert and follow the speed limit,” said Transportation Director Julie Constan.
No highway closures are planned during the event. However, drivers should expect increased bicycle traffic on routes between Durango, Silverton, Pagosa Springs, and Wolf Creek Pass. The ride will take place daily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The schedule for the five-day event includes:
– Monday, Aug. 18: US Highway 550 from Durango to Silverton
– Tuesday, Aug. 19: US 550, US 160, CO 172 & several county roads around Durango
– Wednesday, Aug. 20: US 160 and CO 151 from Durango to Pagosa Springs
– Thursday, Aug. 21: US 160 from Pagosa Springs to Wolf Creek Pass
– Friday, Aug. 22: US 160, CO 151 and CO 172 from Pagosa back to Durango
Further details about times and course routes can be found on Colorado’s Ride Course Description Webpage.
Each year CDOT collaborates with CSP and organizers of Colorado’s Ride to promote safety for both motorists and cyclists by encouraging adherence to traffic laws throughout the week-long event.
