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SaveGranite Dells trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has shared thousands of photos from this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, E-Biking and Horseback. Trails here are often faint trail, flowy and tight and twisty. Scenery includes views, meadows and lakes. Common trail features include rock slabs, rock gardens and bridges. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include picnic spots.
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Primary Trail Type: All-Mountain & Downhill
AKA: Granite Gardens
Land Status: City Managed
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Activities Click to view
- Mountain Bike
92 trails
- E-Bike
54 trails
- Horse
13 trails
- Hike
90 trails
- Trail Running
87 trails
Region Details
- 20
- 19
- 35
- 18
Region Status
Open as of Oct 4, 2026
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 92
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 92
- Trails E-Bike
- 54
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 13
- Trails Horse
- 13
- Trails Hike
- 90
- Trails Trail Running
- 87
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 1
- Total Distance
- 57 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 25 miles
- Total Descent
- 6,869 ft
- Total Vertical
- 1,975 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 6,961 ft
- Reports
- 604
- Photos
- 1,084
- Completed Counter
- 10,176
Popular Granite Dells Mountain Biking Trails
• 70 ★ 3.4 • 2,474 ft • 65 ft • 553 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
• 50 ★ 3.8 • 2,907 ft • 79 ft • 388 •
Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
• 55 ★ 4.6 • 3,878 ft • 117 ft • 307 •
Captain trail is a nice add-on trail that splits off towards the end of Easter Island Trail. It has a bit of climbing towards the start but you are rewarded with a very fun and techy downhill, and a stunning view of Willow Lake.
• 60 ★ 2.0 • 1,611 ft • 3 ft • 305 •
Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 3 ft blue climb. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 4.4 • 2,110 ft • 53 ft • 297 •
The majority of the trail is dirt singletrack through trees and meadows, with a required technical rock/slab section on the east end, and an optional rock kicker to get some air off of on the west end when rolling in from Peavine.
Granite Dells Mountain Bike Routes
★ 1.0 • 19 miles • 1,762 ft • 3 • Loop •
This route takes you around Glassford Hill and through the communities of Prescott Valley, Diamond Valley,...
Photos of Granite Dells Mountain Bike
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Current Trail Warnings
| status | trail | date | condition | user | info |
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| Gateway | Oct 4, 2026 @ 10:45am (America/Phoenix) Oct 4, 2026 | Ideal | jt3mtb | E-Bike |
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Boblett | Oct 4, 2026 @ 10:45am (America/Phoenix) Oct 4, 2026 | Ideal | jt3mtb | ||
| Eagle | Oct 4, 2026 @ 10:45am (America/Phoenix) Oct 4, 2026 | Ideal | jt3mtb | ||
| Bench | Oct 4, 2026 @ 10:45am (America/Phoenix) Oct 4, 2026 | Ideal | jt3mtb | ||
| Silverback | Oct 4, 2026 @ 10:45am (America/Phoenix) Oct 4, 2026 | Ideal | jt3mtb | ||
| Lower Elizabeth Creek | Oct 4, 2026 @ 10:45am (America/Phoenix) Oct 4, 2026 | Ideal | jt3mtb | ||
| Raptor | Oct 4, 2026 @ 10:45am (America/Phoenix) Oct 4, 2026 | Ideal | jt3mtb | ||
| Kestrel | Oct 4, 2026 @ 10:45am (America/Phoenix) Oct 4, 2026 | Ideal | jt3mtb | ||
| Blackhawk | Oct 4, 2026 @ 10:45am (America/Phoenix) Oct 4, 2026 | Ideal | jt3mtb | ||
| Golden Eagle | Oct 4, 2026 @ 10:45am (America/Phoenix) Oct 4, 2026 | Ideal | jt3mtb | ||
| Iron King | Sep 29, 2026 @ 10:15am (America/Phoenix) Sep 29, 2026 | Variable | rjahn |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| gomtbprescottaz | add | video | activity #106437185 | Oct 23, 2026 @ 8:46am Oct 23, 2026 |
| jungle123 | vote | trail | activity #106404954 | Oct 22, 2026 @ 3:39pm Oct 22, 2026 |
| gomtbprescottaz | add | photo | activity #106387530 and 47 more | Oct 22, 2026 @ 10:14am Oct 22, 2026 |
| gomtbprescottaz | add | video | activity #106386694 | Oct 22, 2026 @ 10:02am Oct 22, 2026 |
| roankoehn | add | photo | activity #106026786 and 2 more | Oct 16, 2026 @ 9:48pm Oct 16, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Great descent. Hardest part is following the dots | Oct 2, 2026 @ 7:00pm Oct 2, 2026 | ||
| trail | I ride some gnarly stuff, but this isn't a MTB... | Sep 27, 2026 @ 3:57pm Sep 27, 2026 | ||
| trail | Trail has had some minor re-routes to bypass... | Aug 22, 2026 @ 5:20pm Aug 22, 2026 | ||
| trail | Fun line off Peavine! Don't let the black... | Aug 22, 2026 @ 5:15pm Aug 22, 2026 | ||
| trail | The gate is pretty much where it splits from... | Aug 5, 2026 @ 1:18pm Aug 5, 2026 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
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| Granite Gardens | 1 | 0.7 km | |||
| Storm Trails | 1 | 17 | 4 | 0.8 km | |
| Constellation trails | 2 | 10 | 1.7 km | ||
| Brownlow / Pioneer Park | 15 | 15 | 3.4 km | ||
| Lynx Lake Recreation Area | 2 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 5.8 km |
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Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 92 | 57 miles | 6,870 ft | 25 miles | 1,975 ft | #1,281 | #29 | 1,061 | 601 | 2 | 7,925 | |
| E-Bike | 54 | 40 miles | 4,652 ft | 17 miles | 1,975 ft | #555 | #22 | 3 | 572 | 453 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 13 | 19 miles | 797 ft | 8 miles | 456 ft | #2,953 | #1,384 | 5 | 1 | 98 | ||
| Horse | 13 | 7 miles | 689 ft | 3 miles | 797 ft | #2,766 | #101 | 40 | ||||
| Hike | 90 | 57 miles | 6,841 ft | 25 miles | 1,975 ft | #3,335 | #60 | 20 | 599 | 1 | 1,045 | |
| Trail Running | 87 | 57 miles | 6,677 ft | 25 miles | 1,975 ft | #2,821 | #38 | 599 | 1 | 668 | ||
| Dirtbike/Moto | 1 | 2 miles | 1,073 ft | 2 miles | 1,066 ft | 31 | 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Granite Dells?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Granite Dells are:
- Lakeshore (4.5/5)
- Dells Bonanza (4.5/5)
- Trampus (4.4/5)
- Golden Eagle (4.3/5)
- Raptor (4.3/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Granite Dells?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Granite Dells are:
- October (205 activities)
- September (198 activities)
- April (172 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Granite Dells?
There are 4 parking locations listed in Granite Dells. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Granite Dells?
The longest trail in Granite Dells is Peavine at 9.2 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Granite Dells?
The best hiking trails in Granite Dells are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Granite Dells?
The best trail running trails in Granite Dells are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Granite Dells?
Granite Dells has a total of 92 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Granite Dells to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Granite Dells?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Granite Dells is Dells Bonanza with 114 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Granite Dells?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Granite Dells is Steelmak Moto Trial with 327 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Granite Dells?
Granite Dells supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Granite Dells?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Granite Dells is Apex with an average grade of 9.6%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Granite Dells?
The overall region status for Granite Dells is Clear / Green. Out of 70 trails:
- Clear / Green: 60
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 5
- Significant Issue / Amber: 4
- Closed: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Granite Dells?
Yes, Granite Dells supports e-bike riding. There are 50 trails in Granite Dells that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Granite Dells?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Granite Dells are: View all mountain biking routes in Granite Dells.
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What type of bike is most common in Granite Dells?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Granite Dells are:
- XC (122 activities)
- AM (116 activities)
- RD (10 activities)
- Gravel (7 activities)
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Granite Dells?
The most popular Strava segments in Granite Dells are:
- Peavine TH to Easter Island (5,229 athletes)
- Easter Island to Peavine TH (5,180 athletes)
- Watson Lake Fire Road (4,554 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Granite Dells?
There are 1 technical trail features (TTFs) in Granite Dells. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Granite Dells.
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What trails are closed in Granite Dells?
There are currently 1 closed trails in Granite Dells. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 60
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 5
- Significant Issue / Amber: 4
- Closed: 1
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Granite Dells?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Granite Dells are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Granite Dells?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Granite Dells are:
- Middle Elizabeth Creek (4.4/5)
- Red Tail (4/5)
- Low Chaparral (4/5)
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