Colorado counties explore compromise between hikers and mountain bikers on shared trails
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John Meyer
Summary
Boulder County's proposal to restrict mountain bikes on certain trails and days at two open space parks has sparked conflict between hikers and mountain bikers. The alternating trail use pilot study, initiated in April, aims to address hiker discomfort with sharing trails. The article explores broader tensions across Colorado's trail systems, examining whether compromise and coexistence between user groups is possible, and highlights efforts in other Colorado counties to find collaborative solutions.
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bskyColorado counties explore compromise between hikers and mountain bikers on shared trailsdenverpost.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledIt really felt like the mountain bike community was being singled out and targeted.
The county's so-called alternating trail use pilot proposal, under study by Boulder County Parks & Open Space staff since April, stemmed from concerns that some hikers are uncomfortable sharing trails with mountain bikes.
Alternating use would mean specific activities being allowed only on designated days or times on the same trail.
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