Arkansas River

US 50 runs up the Arkansas River Valley from Canon City to Salida. Portions of the route are more canyon than valley. Lots of curves make this ride more interesting.

This stretch of the Arkansas is where Christo, the artist famous for wrapping entire buildings and draping fabric over numerous other large objects, is planning to cover nearly 7 miles of the river in what is referred to as the Over the River Project. There is one motorcycle-accessible campground along this stretch, Rincon Recreation Site, just west of the tiny town of Howard, and east of Swissvale.


Ride Characteristics

Curvy Roads
Curvy Roads:
Frequent
Gas Stations
Gas Stations:
Some
Restrooms
Restrooms:
Some
Food
Food:
Slight
Scenic Areas
Scenic Areas:
Some
Elevation Change
Elevation Change:
Frequent
Off Road
Off Road:
Slight
Traffic
Traffic:
Slight
Animal Crossings
Animal Crossings:
Frequent
Hotels
Hotels:
Slight
   

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Total Distance: 57.7 mi
Average Rating: n/a
Some Cities Covered:
Salida, Cañon City
Some States Covered:
CO
State Motorcycle Laws
CO
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