Monarch Crest Bike Trailhead is but 5 miles from Garfield and Monarch, one of the many bike trails you'll find this close to the Continental Divide. Venture out on your own or with friends and see bighorn sheep, elk, deer and more high mountain birds than we bet you can identify. If you're more the competitive type, then nearby Salida has bike festivals and races during summer months and the Colorado Trail is 5 miles from Garfield as well.
You'll find articles below as well to research as much information as you'll need to explore Monarch and Garfield on your bike.