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July, September, and October
Golden Colorado Adventure Motorcycle Ride & Rendezvous
Self-Guided Tour & Community Meetup for Adventure Bike and Dual Sport Riders

Do you love motorcycles, tacos and community?
If so, then this event is for you!
Join our local Colorado adventure bike and dual sport community for a self-guided tour through Colorado’s beautiful front-range. This one day ride and community gathering is perfect for locals who want to explore the front-range and meet new friends close to home. With limited space for up to 24 riders, this event offers fun routes and includes an Après-Moto taco bar to wrap up the day. After your ride, join us for a community meetup at Nomad Taqueria + Beer Garden starting at approx. 4:30 PM.
Event Dates:
- Sunday, July 20 2025
- Sunday, September 21 2025
- Friday, October 3 2025
Self-Guided Tour Route Options
Choose from three self-guided GPS routes. Fuel station way points are included in the files. All three routes pass through Golden Gate State Park. Please check your vehicle registration to confirm your state parks pass is valid.
- ADV Dual Sport: At approx. 140 miles, this is the longest route including easy to moderate off-road sections. The route is suitable for more experienced riders. This route also includes the popular Switzerland Trail off-road route.
- ADV Standard: At approx. 126 miles, this route includes a great mix of paved and dirt/gravel back roads. This route is suitable for most riders comfortable riding on dirt/gravel with suitable tires. This is a fun route with no off-road obstacles. This route took 4 hours and 30 minutes at 35 MPH average speed including a 45 minute rest stop and short construction traffic delays. Please plan for 5 to 7 hours of riding depending on your pace, rest stops, traffic, and unforeseen delays.
- ADV EZ Short:Â At approx. 105 miles, this is the shortest and easiest route which includes mostly paved roads a few short sections of dirt/gravel back roads. Choose this route if prefer a shorter ride and/or less dirt/gravel.
- Ride your own route: Already have an epic route planned in the front-range? No problem. Hit the trails and we'll see you at happy hour.
What's Included?
Your registration fee covers the expenses to host the community meetup and happy hour. See our FAQs for a breakdown of expenses.
- GPS Route: Choose from three curated GPS routes.
- Pre-Ride Web Conference: Before the ride, join our virtual meeting to ask questions, meet other riders, and team up with a buddy if you’re riding solo.
- Hosted Après-Moto Taco Bar: After the ride enjoy tacos, non-alcoholic beverages, and community (bar service is available at your own expense).
- Giveaways: We will rotate giveaways and raffles at each event based on our current partnerships.
How it Works
- Register and select your route
- Join the pre-ride web conference
- Ride the route
- Meet for Après-Moto happy hour at Nomad Taqueria + Beer Garden
Parking
Public parking is available at the Dinosaur Park and Ride Lots (Hogback and Wooly Mammoth) in Golden. After your ride, you can walk over to Nomad Tacos to enjoy happy hour. No need to move your vehicle. Please visit the CDOT website to learn more about park and ride rules and policies.
Directions
Wooly Mammoth Park and Ride:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/uG76KAJzzBvy4otw5
Nomad Taqueria + Beer Garden:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/WuqxcsFQhuEs6cZQ7
Questions?
Please Schedule a Call with our team.
Rider Registration
The GPS track file will be emailed to you before the event.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about this event.

Is this a guided tour?
Will the SolidRide crew ride with us?
Do I have to ride the route on the same day as happy hour?
Do I have to follow the exact GPS route?
Is beer included at happy hour?
How long are the routes?
What rider experience level is required?
The route choices are suited for newly intermediate to expert motorcycle riders with experience riding on paved mountain passes, dirt/gravel roads and unmaintained two track roads. Please choose a route that aligns with your equipment and experience level.