123 Mountain Bike Trails near South Mountain Trails (Desert Classic Trail)
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Desert Classic
Phoenix, Arizona
0.0 miles EA classic 9-mile out-and-back (or 9-mile shuttle) on hardpacked sand, sandy washes, and small chunky rocks through South Mountain Park — the most accessible ride in the park.
Hike, Mountain Bike
South Mountain National Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
0.0 miles SEA scenic traverse of South Mountain Park from east to west, passing Hidden Valley, petroglyphs, abandoned mines, and multiple lookouts — with spectacular Phoenix valley views throughout.
Hike, Mountain Bike
Desert Classic - Goat Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
0.0 miles EHike and Mountain Bike near Phoenix, Arizona
Hike, Mountain Bike 1.8 mi
Javelina-Beverly Canyon Loop Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
0.8 miles NA scenic, less-crowded mountain bike trail through beautiful hills and valleys that feels surprisingly remote, with fun singletrack options connecting to Bevery Canyon.
Hike, Horseback, Mountain Bike 1.9 mi
Javelina Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
0.8 miles NA fast and fun descent on Javelina Trail at South Mountain — a great warm-up climb and crowd-free alternative to the busier Pima Canyon trail.
Hike, Horseback, Mountain Bike 2.3 mi
Hidden Valley Trail Via Mormon Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
2.6 miles WA 2–4 mile hike through Phoenix's South Mountain featuring Fatman's Pass, a natural rock tunnel, petroglyphs, dry waterfalls, and sweeping desert views.
Hike, Mountain Bike 2.5 mi
Hidden Valley from Buena Vista Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
3.6 miles WSurprisingly quiet and natural for a trail right on Phoenix's southern border, Hidden Valley winds through granite boulders, saguaro cacti, and sandy washes with lizards and the occasional chuckwalla.
Hike, Mountain Bike
Holbert-Hidden Valley-Mormon Trail Shuttle
Phoenix, Arizona
4.9 miles WA 6.5-mile intermediate shuttle hike on South Mountain from ancient petroglyphs and a Hidden Valley rock playground to panoramic canyon and city views at Promontory Point.
Hike, Mountain Bike 0.8-1.1 mi
Kiwanis Trail to Telegraph Pass Lookout
Phoenix, Arizona
5.4 miles WA short, beginner-friendly hike in South Mountain near Phoenix winding through a small canyon to Telegraph Pass — best enjoyed at sunrise or just before sunset for near-constant shade.
Hike, Mountain Bike 2.0 mi
Loma and Canal Trails
Tempe, Arizona
5.6 miles NEMountain biking and hiking trails through Papago Park in Tempe — the Loma Trail winds through hills to a small lake and playground, while the Canal Trail hugs the shady south canal.
Hike, Mountain Bike
Double Butte Loop Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
6.6 miles NA beginner-friendly 2.3-mile flat loop trail in Papago Park through Sonoran Desert vegetation — cholla, saguaro, and desert wildlife — with plenty of parking at the West Park lot.
Hike, Mountain Bike
Papago Park Area
Phoenix, Arizona
6.6 miles NFive beginner-to-intermediate mountain bike loops and a dirt jump area spread across Papago Park's loose dirt and rolling hills — short, steep climbs and fast, loose descents in the heart of Phoenix.
Mountain Bike
Papago Park Area Mountain Bike Trail
Scottsdale, Arizona
9.2 miles NEMountain Bike near Scottsdale, Arizona
Mountain Bike 12.6 mi
National Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
9.4 miles WNational Trail at South Mountain is Phoenix's premier mountain bike destination — home to the infamous Waterfall feature, petroglyphs, saguaro cactus, and increasingly technical terrain east of Buena Vista Lookout.
Hike, Mountain Bike
South Mountain Park / National Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
9.9 miles WThe most technical, challenging, and fun climb in Arizona — an expert-only National Trail at South Mountain that will test every skill and fitness level.
Mountain Bike 1.7 mi
Quartz Ridge Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
11.8 miles NA short but strenuous hike through the Phoenix Mountain Preserve past towering Saguaro Cacti to great views of the city — a classic southwest desert trail.
Hike, Mountain Bike 0.9 mi
Ruth Hamilton Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
12.5 miles NThe Ruth Hamilton Trail (#8B) is a short, rocky climb in the Phoenix Mountains Preserve with big skyline views from a ridgeline bench.
Hike, Mountain Bike 4.6 mi
Perl Charles Memorial Trail (#1A)
Phoenix, Arizona
12.8 miles NA technical, skin-on-rocks singletrack loop in the Phoenix Mountain Preserves — a 4.8-mile advanced loop with great Sonoran Desert views from the Dreamy Draw area.
Hike, Horseback, Mountain Bike 3.6 mi
Charles M. Christiansen Memorial Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
13.9 miles NA 10.7-mile wilderness trail through the Phoenix Mountain Preserve with great valley views, gentle climbs, nice singletrack, and only 200 feet of elevation gain — very beginner friendly.
Hike, Horseback, Mountain Bike 7.1 mi
Trail 100
Phoenix, Arizona
14.0 miles NA 14-mile out-and-back hike and MTB trail through Phoenix Mountain Preserve with 1,570 feet of elevation, easy-to-follow markers, cacti, wildflowers, and several side paths to explore.
Hike, Mountain Bike
