About Braderich-South Thompson #2093
This is a popular bike loop route from Carbondale to Redstone. There is very little water along the trail. You can park in different locations to make the ride longer or shorter.
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Braderich-South Thompson #2093
Carbondale, Colorado · Pitkin County · Facility
This is a popular bike loop route from Carbondale to Redstone. There is very little water along the trail. You can park in different locations to make the ride longer or shorter.
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Weather at Braderich-South Thompson #2093
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Overcast
53°/35°
💧 6%🌬 17mph
↑ 5:45 AM ↓ 8:28 PM
Sun
Overcast
61°/37°
💧 1%🌬 10mph
↑ 5:44 AM ↓ 8:28 PM
Mon
Overcast
67°/45°
🌬 18mph
↑ 5:44 AM ↓ 8:29 PM
Tue
Overcast
71°/41°
🌬 13mph
↑ 5:44 AM ↓ 8:30 PM
Wed
Light Drizzle
72°/44°
💧 11%🌬 10mph
↑ 5:43 AM ↓ 8:30 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
How to Get There
From Carbondale travel south on Hwy 133 to Redstone. Turn right at the upper end of the coke ovens and travel about 3 miles on the Coal Basin road. Just past the third cattle guard, the trailhead is on your right.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Braderich-South Thompson #2093
Heading to Braderich-South Thompson #2093? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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