South Platte River Trail
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  • South Platte River Trail Overview

    South Platte River Trail Overview

    Published on Oct 4, 2004

    Beginning in the town of Julesburg, the South Platte River Trail takes you on a historical and scenic tour of the northeast corner of Colorado. The 19-mile trail loop encompasses all four sites of the town of Julesburg, traverses the Overland/California and ranges the state's Pony Express trails, as well as the routes of the first Transcontinental Railroad, telegraph, and automobile road.

Road Trips

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Places

See a list of all the Places to Visit along South Platte River Trail (3)