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    Looking for the best mountain biking in Arizona? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Arizona. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

    Top Mountain Biking Spots in and near Arizona

    • Apache Junction, Arizona

      Camp at Lost Dutchman State Park

      4.8
      Lost Dutchman State Park is located near the Superstition Mountains in central Phoenix, about 40 miles from Phoenix. There is a $7 day use fee to enter the park, which is waived if you’re camping ($15/night). The park offers 134 campsites, each with a picnic table, barbeque grill, and fire pit, a...
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    • Scottsdale, Arizona

      Sunrise Trail to Sunrise Peak

      4.8
      3.73 mi / 1037 ft gain
      Sunrise Peak, also known as Sunrise Trail, is located at the residential foothills of the McDowell Mountains in Scottsdale, Arizona. The trail will start next to a residential neighborhood, but after about a quarter mile you'll be immersed in the pristine Sonoran Desert. The trail will lead you t...
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    • Payson, Arizona

      Mogollon Rim via Washington Park

      4.0
      4.32 mi / 1138 ft gain
      This trail begins at the Washington Park Trailhead which meets up with passage #27 of the AZT. You begin traveling northbound as you ascend the great Mogollon Rim. The trail takes you through a gorgeous forest and rewards you with an awesome cliff side view at the summit. 2.25 miles into the tra...
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    • Scottsdale, Arizona

      Gateway Loop

      4.5
      4.32 mi / 764 ft gain
      The Gateway Trailhead is one access point into the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy in Scottsdale and is my favorite “Gateway” into the treasure trove of great trails and vistas in the McDowell Mountains. The Gateway Trailhead provides great accessibility for a quick hike or trail run at the end of t...
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    • Sedona, Arizona

      Secret Slickrock Trail

      5.0
      0.71 mi / 30 ft gain
      Wanting a short and sweet sunset or sunrise spot in Sedona away from some of the crowds? This easily accessible trail is great for people wanting picnics, a quick photography spot (we saw a couple from their wedding doing a photo shoot here), and a cool spot to watch the sun rise or set with the ...
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    • Flagstaff, Arizona

      Bike along the San Francisco Peaks on Waterline Road

      4.0
      20 mi / 3000 ft gain
      Waterline Road is a closed service road that follows along the southern and eastern slopes of the San Francisco Peaks of Flagstaff, AZ. You will pass through several miles of charred ponderosa pine as well as expansive groves of aspen trees as you make your way to the Inner Basin.The road follows...
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    • Sedona, Arizona

      Hiline Trail

      5.0
      6.66 mi / 1621 ft gain
      Start this incredible hike by parking at the Yavapai Point parking lot. Start the short hike (0.13 miles) on the Kaibab Trail which will run into Yavapai Vista Trail (0.27 miles) towards the Slim Shady Trail. Here you will have an incredible view of Bell Rock and Courthouse Vista an excellent pla...
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    • Cave Creek, Arizona

      Hike the Go John Trail

      5.0
      5.6 mi / 804 ft gain
      As you park at the trailhead, you have the option to take this trail in either direction. I recommend that you travel north, which will immediately provide 0.75 miles of elevation gain. You will then reach a pass with panoramic views of the Tonto National Forest. A bench in this area provides the...
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    • Glendale, Arizona

      Deem Hills Loop

      3.5
      5 mi
      Located in north Phoenix, the Deem Hills recreation area features a dog park, playground, soccer field, and trailhead leading into the neighboring hills.   To begin your hike, get around the dog park by starting at the Circumference trailhead on the north side of the parking lot.  To complete th...
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    • North Rim, Arizona

      Point Sublime

      5.0
      34.27 mi / 3878 ft gain
      Its name says it all; this panoramic viewpoint at the north rim of the Grand Canyon is sublime: of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe. For newcomers to the Grand Canyon, this view might just leave you speechless! A relatively few people get to experience P...
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    • Goodyear, Arizona

      Hike Estrella Mountain's Baseline Trail

      4.0
      2.4 mi / 259 ft gain
      Baseline Trail is a 2.4 mile moderately trafficked loop trail. This trail features lovely wild flowers and is rated as intermediate. You can use this trail not just for hiking but you can also use the trail for running as well as mountain biking. On the trail you are allowed to bring your furry f...
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    • Sedona, Arizona

      Baldwin Trail Loop

      3.3 mi / 105 ft gain
      Enjoy the beautiful Baldwin Trail Loop in red rock country as you take in the majestic views of Cathedral Rock! As with most areas in Sedona, you will need to have purchased a Red Rock Pass to park at the trailhead, which is located just south of Verde Valley Road. The trailhead, starting at an ...
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    • Phoenix, Arizona

      Apache Wash Loop Trail

      5.79 mi / 541 ft gain
      This hike begins at the Apache Wash Trailhead where you will find restrooms and a covered rest area. This loop is simple to follow and offers various shortcuts along with an access to an optional summit climb.  The loop begins from the north-east end of the parking lot near the restrooms. Turn l...
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    • Flagstaff, Arizona

      Hike the Aspen Nature Loop at Humphrey's Peak

      5.0
      1.8 mi / 300 ft gain
      This is a great hike that has amazing views at all times of the year. This trail might be closed for skiing season, but I am not sure. I went in October, just before Halloween and the weather was perfect. The leaves were changing and there was a nice brisk breeze. The short loop makes it accessib...
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    • Scottsdale, Arizona

      Bike the Pemberton Loop in McDowell Mountain Park

      15.4 mi
      This is a 15.4 mile loop that has 879 feet of elevation gain and descent. We took this trail clockwise. The trail is very well marked and maintained. It starts out flat from the parking lot. Once you have made it across the road it begins to climb. You continue with a gradual climb until you've g...
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    • Sedona, Arizona

      Mescal Mountain Loop

      4.59 mi / 453 ft gain
      The Mescal Mountain Loop Hike circles Mescal Mesa uses three different trails. Park at the Mescal Trail parking area on Long Canyon Road.  The Mescal Trail is 2.4 miles long and winds up to the base of the mesa where it travels along beautiful open slick rock. It is an easy hike but the trail is ...
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