Chubb Trail
Trail Guide
hard

Chubb Trail

St. Charles County
7 miles
4.7/5
7 mi
Distance
1.5-2 hours
Duration
out and-back
Route Type
4.7/5
Rating
Trail Overview
A rugged dirt singletrack along the Missouri River bluffs in Weldon Spring, with rocky climbs, creek crossings, and some of the best technical riding near St. Louis.
Distance
7 miles
Difficulty
hard
Surface
Dirt Trail
Route Type
out and-back
Location
Weldon Spring, MO 63304
Neighborhood
St. Charles County

Trail Tags

mountain-bikingsingletracktechnicalriver-bluffs
What to Expect on This Aspen Bike Trail

Highlight 1

Missouri River bluff overlooks

Highlight 2

Grotpeter trail junction

Highlight 3

limestone outcrops

Highlight 4

steep technical climbs
Points of Interest Along the Way
technical climbs

river views

rocky terrain

wildlife
Best Times to Ride

Early Morning (7–10 AM)

The best time to ride in Aspen. Trails are fresh, temperatures are cooler at altitude, and you'll beat the afternoon crowds on popular routes like Maroon Bells.

Late Morning (10 AM–Noon)

Great for longer rides when fully acclimatized. Aim to be off exposed ridgelines by early afternoon as afternoon thunderstorms are common in summer.

Avoid Afternoons in Summer

Aspen summers bring rapid afternoon thunderstorms, especially above treeline. Start early and plan to return before 2–3 PM. Always bring a rain layer.

Gear Up Before You Ride

Before hitting Chubb Trail, make sure you're fully prepared for high-altitude mountain biking. Check out our local Aspen bike shops for gear, mountain bike rentals, spare tubes, or a quick tune-up.

Aspen Cycling

Aspen's premier mountain bike shop, conveniently located near popular trailheads

Ute Mountaineer

Perfect for last-minute gear, trail maps, or a quick bike check before your ride

Safety Tips for Mountain Biking in Aspen, CO
  • •Wear a helmet: Always wear a properly fitted mountain bike helmet — Aspen trails are technical
  • •Acclimatize first: Aspen sits at 8,000 ft — give yourself 1-2 days to acclimatize before hard rides, especially if flying in
  • •Watch for thunderstorms: Afternoon summer storms build fast in the Rockies — start early and be off exposed terrain by 2 PM
  • •Bring water & snacks: High altitude increases dehydration. Bring more water than you think you need plus energy snacks
  • •Know wildlife etiquette: Aspen has bears, moose, and elk. Make noise on blind corners and know how to react to wildlife
Trail Location
Marker
Leaflet © OpenStreetMap

Weldon Spring, MO 63304

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