Papago Park Area Mountain Bike Trail
Scottsdale, Arizona
| Address: | ~8701-8711 E Monte Vista Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85257, USA |
| GPS: |
33°28'17.9"N 111°53'42.0"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Arizona |
| Trail Length: | 10.00 miles |
| Elevation Gain: | 259.00 feet |
| Hike Difficulty: | Intermediate |
| Trail Type: | Loop |
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Mountain Bike
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Add ResourceNever modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Scottsdale, Arizona
- Head north on N Scottsdale Rd toward E Indian School Rd (276 ft)
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto E Indian School Rd (2.0 mi)
- Turn right onto N Pima Rd (1.0 mi)
- Turn right onto E Thomas Rd (404 ft)
- Turn left onto N 87th St (0.6 mi)
- Turn left onto E Monte Vista Rd (95 ft)
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