Wildflower Half Century Route

Following O'Donovan Road, the countryside passes by as you ascend a slight grade for 5 miles. The turn onto highway 58, which features some moderate rolling hills for the next 10 miles, brings you to the first rest stop.

Shell Creek's wildflowers abound as you follow the road on a gradual descent toward the lunch stop in Shandon.

After lunch, you face your toughest challenge as you do the long (1.5% to 2.5%) ascent on highway 41 to the next water stop. Shortly after, you will reach the top of the hills, have wide-open views before you descend and pass the horse ranches on your return to Creston.

Now it's onto the BBQ with the satisfaction of knowing you've added about 2,000-feet of climbing to your credits!


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