Waddell, Arizona
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Top Mountain Biking Spots in and near Waddell
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Goodyear, Arizona
Hike Estrella Mountain's Baseline Trail
4.02.4 mi / 259 ft gainBaseline 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...Read more -
Glendale, Arizona
Deem Hills Loop
3.55 miLocated 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...Read more -
Phoenix, Arizona
Apache Wash Loop Trail
5.79 mi / 541 ft gainThis 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...Read more -
Phoenix, Arizona
Hidden Valley Trail Via Mormon Trail
3.63 mi / 863 ft gainHidden Valley Trail Via Mormon Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Phoenix, Arizona.Read more -
Cave Creek, Arizona
Hike the Go John Trail
5.05.6 mi / 804 ft gainAs 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...Read more -
Scottsdale, Arizona
Hike Bell's Pass
7.3 mi / 1700 ft gainStarting at 1800 ft elevation, the trail begins at Gateway Loop. This part of the trail will start off pretty flat and be more crowded than Bell's Pass depending on the day and time you are hiking. If you enjoy running this would be the time to do it before you reach Bell's Pass and the incline i...Read more -
Scottsdale, Arizona
Gateway Loop
4.54.32 mi / 764 ft gainThe 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...Read more -
Scottsdale, Arizona
Upper Ranch and Brown's Ranch Road Trail
3.98 mi / 154 ft gainUpper Ranch and Brown's Ranch Road Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Scottsdale, Arizona.Read more -
Scottsdale, Arizona
Sunrise Trail to Sunrise Peak
4.83.73 mi / 1037 ft gainSunrise 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...Read more -
Scottsdale, Arizona
Bike the Pemberton Loop in McDowell Mountain Park
15.4 miThis 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...Read more -
Black Canyon City, Arizona
Badger Springs Wash Trail
5.01.48 mi / 98 ft gainBadger Springs Wash Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Cordes Junction, Arizona.Read more