Vail Pass to Frisco bike ride: Downhill on paved trail

Six miles of downhill pedaling through Tenmile Canyon on a paved trail.

A downhill bike ride from Vail Pass to Frisco, Colorado on a paved path through Tenmile Canyon, with van transport to the top, helmet and bike included. The route covers six miles and takes between 90 minutes and three hours depending on your pace and whether you stop for lunch in Frisco. You can return to Vail by van afterward, or if you have energy left, ride west from Vail Pass into Vail town instead.

The experience

Bike Valet picks you up from your Vail hotel or their shop, fits you with a helmet and bike matched to your height, then loads everyone and the bikes into an air-conditioned van for the drive to the top of Vail Pass. Once you're at the top, you ride downhill on a paved path that glides through Tenmile Canyon for six miles, ending in Frisco. The route is a continuation of the path system, so you're on established terrain the whole way down.

Frisco sits at the end of the ride with restaurant options along Main Street, and Bike Valet can arrange a lunch reservation for you in advance or you can choose a spot when you arrive. After lunch, the van picks you up and drives you back to Vail. If you still have energy and want more riding, you can ask to be dropped at the top of Vail Pass instead and ride west into Vail town. The choice is yours depending on how the day feels.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned van transport to Vail Pass and back to Vail.
• helmet and bike fitted to your height.
• the option to arrange lunch in Frisco ahead of time or choose from restaurants on Main Street.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 27 Jun 2027

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (8 to 12 years) · Child (4 to 7 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupUp to 14

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 15 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Bike Valet

Is this one for you?Small groups and solo riders both work here since the van holds everyone together. Pick this if you want a downhill ride without the climb back up, and the choice to either relax with lunch in Frisco or keep pedaling into Vail town afterward.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (8 to 12 years); Child (4 to 7 years); Infant (under 3).

How long does the actual bike ride take?

The ride itself takes between 90 minutes and three hours depending on your pace and how long you spend at any stops along the way or in Frisco.

What's included in the price?

The van transport to Vail Pass, a helmet, and the use of a bike fitted to your height are all included. Lunch in Frisco is optional and can be arranged ahead or chosen on the spot.

Can I ride back up to Vail instead of taking the van?

No, the route is downhill only from Vail Pass to Frisco. After lunch, you return to Vail by van, or you can ask to be dropped at the top of Vail Pass to ride west into Vail town if you want more riding.

Do I need my own bike or any experience?

Bikes are provided and fitted to your height. No experience is required and the ride suits all fitness levels since it's downhill on a paved path.

Where do I meet Bike Valet?

They pick you up from your hotel or lodging in Vail, or you can meet them at their shop. Either way, the van transport to Vail Pass is included.