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SaveMarana trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has shared hundreds of photos from this region. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Horseback and Gravel Biking. Trails here are often faint trail. Scenery includes ridgelines, creeks and views. Common trail features include drops and rock gardens. Popular destinations include Marana Trails and Picacho Peak State Park.
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- Mountain Bike
21 trails
- E-Bike
11 trails
- Gravel Bike
4 trails
- Horse
6 trails
- Hike
34 trails
- Trail Running
34 trails
Region Details
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Region Status
Open as of Oct 24, 2026Local Trail Association
Stats
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- Trails (view details)
- 34
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 21
- Trails E-Bike
- 11
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 4
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 1
- Trails Horse
- 6
- Trails Hike
- 34
- Trails Trail Running
- 34
- Trails Snowshoe
- 1
- Total Distance
- 45 miles
- Total Descent
- 7,216 ft
- Total Vertical
- 2,464 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 4,246 ft
- Reports
- 191
- Photos
- 134
- Completed Counter
- 4,829
Sub Regions
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Marana Trails
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Picacho Peak State Park
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Popular Marana Mountain Biking Trails
• 90 ★ 4.7 • 2 miles • 28 ft • 562 •
Highly rated popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary. On average it takes 30 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 5.0 • 1 mile • 474 ft • 557 •
Short connector to Ridgeline trail. Would suggest riding N > S, connecting to Ridgeline and back on Wild Burro. Steep ascent with one technical switchback.
• 90 ★ 4.0 • 1,042 ft • 4 ft • 539 •
Connector from Ridgeline back to Wild Burrow. Trail exists south of intersection with Ridgeline, but is open to hiking only.
• 80 ★ 4.5 • 3 miles • 447 ft • 503 •
Generally smooth with a few rocky climbs that are tough to clean. Use Wild Burro to climb back up after descending Ridgeline.
• 70 ★ 4.2 • 4 miles • 541 ft • 297 •
Lots of vertical packed into 4 miles. Brutal climbing makes for mostly awesome descending in both directions. Sometimes flowy, sometimes technical, sometimes hairy. Popular with hikers - be courteous. E-Bikes are allowed on the lower...
• 75 ★ 4.1 • 1 mile • 80 ft • 295 •
This trail is better accessed from the bottom near the Golf House. Accessing through the Ritz will make for a long HAB to the junction. Upper Javalina is a short steep climb. Technical skills and deep lungs are required to clear the...
• 55 ★ 2.8 • 2 miles • 245 ft • 247 •
Partially single track, partially in the wash, all ridable with 2.3 width mtb tires. Access trail runs from the trailhead to the bottom of Alamo Springs Spur Trail which can be used to get up to Ridgeline and Wild Burro (upper).
• 65 ★ 2.8 • 3,613 ft • 243 ft • 242 •
Trail is open to bikes north of Alamo Springs Spur Trail.
Marana Mountain Bike Routes
★ 4.7 • 16 miles • 2,464 ft • 12 • Loop •
Start at the Wild Burro Trailhead and ride up Wild Burro on some easy single track to get warmed up. This...
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Parking Lot Connector | Oct 24, 2026 @ 1:27pm (America/Phoenix) Oct 24, 2026 | Dry | fstshrk | ||
| Tortolita Mountain Park Access | Jan 2, 2026 @ 9:54am (America/Phoenix) Jan 2, 2026 | Ideal | jbiendara | ||
| Wild Burro | Jan 2, 2026 @ 9:54am (America/Phoenix) Jan 2, 2026 | Ideal | jbiendara | ||
| Alamo Springs Connector | Jan 2, 2026 @ 9:54am (America/Phoenix) Jan 2, 2026 | Ideal | jbiendara | ||
| Ridgeline Trail | Jan 2, 2026 @ 9:54am (America/Phoenix) Jan 2, 2026 | Ideal | jbiendara | ||
| Loop Trail | Jan 2, 2026 @ 9:54am (America/Phoenix) Jan 2, 2026 | Ideal | jbiendara | ||
| Wild Burro (lower) | Sep 7, 2025 @ 6:53am Sep 7, 2025 | Dry | WolfSoul | ||
| Alamo Spring (upper) | Sep 7, 2025 @ 6:53am Sep 7, 2025 | Ideal | WolfSoul | ||
| Wild Burro | Nov 20, 2024 @ 1:40pm Nov 20, 2024 | Very Dry | SusanlN4vZc | ||
| Park Road Trail PR | Mar 10, 2024 @ 8:52am Mar 10, 2024 | Ideal | jeff-blanton |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KeepMvn2 | wishlist | route | activity #107752880 | Nov 14, 2026 @ 5:05am 18 hours |
| markholloway | update | trail | activity #107654499 | Nov 12, 2026 @ 6:57am 3 days |
| KathrynPkarak | wishlist | route | activity #107538482 | Nov 10, 2026 @ 7:08am Nov 10, 2026 |
| pickledloon | ridden | trail | activity #107489577 | Nov 9, 2026 @ 8:01am Nov 9, 2026 |
| yambaman | wishlist | route | activity #106788363 | Oct 28, 2026 @ 10:40pm Oct 28, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Starts as a road but definitely more... | Dec 30, 2025 @ 6:01pm Dec 30, 2025 | ||
| trail | Almost worth the miles in honeybee to get... | Mar 2, 2025 @ 3:33pm Mar 2, 2025 | ||
| trail | Couldn't say it any better. | Feb 24, 2025 @ 9:04am Feb 24, 2025 | ||
| trail | Whack af | Feb 18, 2025 @ 5:03pm Feb 18, 2025 | ||
| trail | I personally thought it sucked. First half was... | Jan 17, 2025 @ 8:34am Jan 17, 2025 |
Local Badges
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Epic Mountain Bike Climb 2k1 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge6 awarded -
Mountain Biking 100k Badge0 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k1 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge7 awarded -
Descent 100k Badge0 awarded
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 | 21 | 36 miles | 4,485 ft | 14 miles | 2,464 ft | #4,795 | #47 | 120 | 191 | 1 | 4,228 | |
| E-Bike | 11 | 22 miles | 2,674 ft | 8 miles | 2,241 ft | #5,653 | #54 | 163 | 197 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 4 | 11 miles | 531 ft | 2 miles | 2,159 ft | #3,004 | #37 | 18 | 42 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 1 | 2 miles | 131 ft | 39 ft | #1,227 | #669 | ||||||
| Horse | 6 | 10 miles | 1,070 ft | 4 miles | 1,965 ft | #2,767 | #65 | 17 | ||||
| Hike | 34 | 45 miles | 7,215 ft | 17 miles | 2,464 ft | #1,108 | #33 | 14 | 191 | 3 | 1,085 | |
| Trail Running | 34 | 45 miles | 7,215 ft | 17 miles | 2,464 ft | #5,083 | #55 | 191 | 197 | |||
| Snowshoe | 1 | 2 miles | 161 ft | 1 mile | 154 ft |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Marana?
Marana has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Marana?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Marana are:
- Loop Trail (4.6/5)
- Ridgeline Trail (4.5/5)
- Wild Burro (4.2/5)
- Wild Mustang (4.1/5)
- Upper Javelina Trail (4/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Marana?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Marana are:
- February (50 activities)
- March (49 activities)
- December (43 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Marana?
There are 12 parking locations listed in Marana. 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 Marana?
The longest trail in Marana is Wild Mustang at 3.7 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Marana?
The best hiking trails in Marana are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Marana?
The best trail running trails in Marana are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Marana?
Marana has a total of 34 trails. Of those, 21 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Marana to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Marana?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Marana is Cochie Springs with 680 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Marana?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Marana is Wild Mustang with 940 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Marana?
Marana supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Marana?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Marana is Upper Javalina Trail with an average grade of 7.2%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Marana?
Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Marana. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Marana?
The overall region status for Marana is Clear / Green. Out of 21 trails:
- Clear / Green: 21
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Can I ride an ebike in Marana?
Yes, Marana supports e-bike riding. There are 5 trails in Marana 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 Marana?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Marana are: View all mountain biking routes in Marana.
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What type of bike is most common in Marana?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Marana are:
- AM (19 activities)
- XC (10 activities)
- Trials (1 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Marana?
The highest summit in Marana is Jeffords Peak at 4,695 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Marana?
The most popular Strava segments in Marana are:
- New Section - Marana trail east (2,445 athletes)
- New Section - Marana trail west (2,374 athletes)
- Jeep Road Melt-Down---------(descent after Gypsum Mine Climb, ends at Goat Corral) (2,121 athletes)
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Marana?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Marana are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Marana?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Marana are:
- Wild Burro (2/5)
- Wild Burro (lower) (2.8/5)
- Dove Mountain Community Trail (0/5)
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