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SavePusch Ridge towers over Tucson and the surrounding desert as one of the most prominent features of the Santa Catalina Mountains. With its lower slopes dotted saguaro cactus and its upper reaches dark Douglas-fir, this unmistakable landmark makes the point that this is a land of extremes in biodiversity as well as topography. Within the 56,933-acre Wilderness, elevations range from 2,800 to 8,800 feet. Deep canyons separated by razorback ridges crease the slopes. From the floor of Sabino Canyon to the upper slopes of Mt. Lemmon, life zones vary from Sonoran desert to subalpine forest. The wildlife community that inhabits such a varied setting is diverse and finds few rivals. An extensive trail network offers opportunities for day to extended trips. While its convenient location makes Pusch Ridge Wilderness easily accessible you can still find solitude and primitive surroundings
source: Pusch Wilderness
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No bikes or motorized vehicles. Dogs and other pets are not allowed within the Pusch Ridge Wilderness due to a closure to protect Desert Big Horn Sheep.The Pusch Ridge Wilderness Sheep Closure Area includes trailheads for Ventana Canyon, Finger Rock, Pima Canyon, Linda Vista, and portions of Romero, including Romero Pools, and the Sutherland Trail accessed via Catalina State Park.
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- Mountain Bike
8 trails
- Horse
47 trails
- Hike
53 trails
- Trail Running
53 trails
- Dirtbike/Moto
4 trails
- ATV/ORV/OHV
4 trails
Region Details
- 5
- 1
- 1
- 1
Region Status
Caution as of Oct 9, 2026Local Trail Association
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 53
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 8
- Trails E-Bike
- 2
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 6
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 1
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 2
- Trails Horse
- 47
- Trails Hike
- 53
- Trails Trail Running
- 53
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 4
- Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
- 4
- Total Distance
- 158 miles
- Total Descent
- 38,963 ft
- Total Vertical
- 6,363 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 9,023 ft
- Reports
- 117
- Photos
- 71
- Completed Counter
- 11,581
Popular Pusch Ridge Wilderness Mountain Biking Trails
• 65 ★ 3.4 • 3,097 ft • 25 ft • 176 •
Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
• 15 ★ 2.9 • 4 miles • 375 ft • 35 •
Formerly an overgrown rut of a cow trail, the north half of Baby Jesus received substantial trail work and rerouting in Winter 2026. There are still some tricky tight pinches, but is very rideable with occasional slabs and side...
• 20 ★ 4.0 • 1,050 ft • 13 ft • 4 •
Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 13 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
Pusch Ridge Wilderness Mountain Bike Routes
Expert Ride - Lemmon Meringue Featured
19 miles • 3,254 ft • 21 •
Park at the Bigelow Trailhead, ride up the road to Secret, 1918, and Sunset trails, before climbing up to...
Expert Ride - CDO: Canada del Oro Featured
★ 1.0 • 24 miles • 1,664 ft • 6 • Shuttled •
The uber classic, CDO. Ride from the top of Mt. Lemmon to the 50-year trailhead in Oro Valley. This is a...
★ 3.6 • 31 miles • 3,652 ft • 13 • Shuttled •
This is it, the real deal, the full Lemmon Drop. Its a 35mile punch in the face that will leave you...
★ 4.0 • 14 miles • 1,504 ft • 4 • Shuttled •
Shuttle up to upper bug Springs trail head and finish on La Milagrosa. Bug Springs may or may not be...
★ 3.7 • 14 miles • 1,573 ft • 8 • Point to Point •
Park at Agua Caliente Park and shuttle up to the top of Bug Springs. HAB up the first section of Bug...
★ 5.0 • 6 miles • 1,597 ft • 4 •
A fun loop to grab the bottom half of Milagrosa, which is fun, fast, and rocky. The descent from Agua...
Photos of Pusch Ridge Wilderness Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| 50-Year Drop | May 13, 2026 @ 5:38am (Pacific/Midway) May 13, 2026 | Dry | steuer | ||
| Baby Jesus | Mar 16, 2026 @ 8:48am (America/Phoenix) Mar 16, 2026 | Dry | Josephcain4 | ||
| Green Mountain Connector | Jan 29, 2026 @ 1:10pm (America/Phoenix) Jan 29, 2026 | Variable | canadaka Trailforks | ||
| Access Road | Jan 7, 2024 @ 6:10am Jan 7, 2024 | Prevalent Mud | crpocock | ||
| Connector | Sep 29, 2023 @ 10:09am Sep 29, 2023 | Ideal | JamCrack | ||
| AZT Access Trail | May 6, 2022 @ 6:13pm May 6, 2022 | Very Dry | crpocock | ||
| Prison Camp | Apr 16, 2022 @ 8:37am Apr 16, 2022 | Dry | crpocock | ||
| The Ridge | Apr 11, 2022 @ 11:47am Apr 11, 2022 | Dry | adamb0mb | ||
| Lone Hill to Davis Mesa | Nov 1, 2020 @ 10:48am Nov 1, 2020 | Very Dry | schillingsworth TRAILFORKS | ||
| Buehman Canyon Road (FR4407) | Nov 1, 2020 @ 10:48am Nov 1, 2020 | Very Dry | schillingsworth TRAILFORKS |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| dheras10602 | wishlist | route | activity #106706211 | Oct 27, 2026 @ 1:20pm Oct 27, 2026 |
| Xesqui | wishlist | route | activity #105964679 | Oct 15, 2026 @ 6:28pm Oct 15, 2026 |
| ChelseaKT | add | report | activity #105561633 | Oct 9, 2026 @ 4:19pm Oct 9, 2026 |
| EdReynolds | wishlist | route | activity #105417728 | Oct 7, 2026 @ 10:51am Oct 7, 2026 |
| the-one1 | wishlist | route | activity #105334071 | Oct 6, 2026 @ 6:52am Oct 6, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | From Cow Pies down, there are a couple short... | Feb 20, 2026 @ 1:08pm Feb 20, 2026 | ||
| trail | Work on trail is continuing, at least down... | Feb 18, 2026 @ 4:40pm Feb 18, 2026 | ||
| trail | This trail is getting a major makeover in late... | Dec 28, 2025 @ 7:49pm Dec 28, 2025 | ||
| trail | Fun short jump line coming down the connector | Jul 22, 2025 @ 11:48am Jul 22, 2025 | ||
| trail | Nothing blue about this trail. Straight up and... | Dec 29, 2024 @ 4:23pm Dec 29, 2024 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
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| Mt Lemmon - Upper | 2 | 7 | 5 | 3.8 km | |
| Butterfly Research Natural Area | 5.2 km | ||||
| Catalina State Park / 50-Year | 11 | 8 | 1 | 7 km | |
| Mt Lemmon - Lower | 1 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 10.1 km |
| Naranja Townsite Park | 6 | 10.9 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 | 8 | 47 miles | 4,908 ft | 20 miles | 4,154 ft | #5,626 | #74 | 32 | 108 | 13 | 12,548 | |
| E-Bike | 2 | 22 miles | 1,401 ft | 7 miles | 2,510 ft | #1,801 | 94 | 103 | ||||
| Gravel Bike | 6 | 43 miles | 3,855 ft | 17 miles | 4,117 ft | #864 | #441 | 2 | 71 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 1 | 1,860 ft | 7 ft | 1,132 ft | 10 ft | #862 | #440 | 1 | 5 | |||
| Winter Fat Bike | 2 | 22 miles | 1,401 ft | 7 miles | 2,510 ft | #864 | #441 | |||||
| Horse | 47 | 155 miles | 38,638 ft | 69 miles | 6,362 ft | #98 | #15 | 38 | 1 | |||
| Hike | 53 | 158 miles | 38,963 ft | 70 miles | 6,362 ft | #418 | #16 | 32 | 116 | 47 | 3,893 | |
| Trail Running | 53 | 158 miles | 38,963 ft | 70 miles | 6,362 ft | #544 | #12 | 5 | 116 | 27 | 1,998 | |
| Dirtbike/Moto | 4 | 42 miles | 3,848 ft | 17 miles | 3,947 ft | #615 | #10 | 19 | 1 | |||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 4 | 42 miles | 3,848 ft | 17 miles | 3,947 ft | #386 | #4 | 19 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Pusch Ridge Wilderness are:
- Bear Canyon Trail (4.1/5)
- The Ridge (3.8/5)
- Baby Jesus (3.4/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Pusch Ridge Wilderness are:
- February (31 activities)
- April (29 activities)
- November (26 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
There are 9 parking locations listed in Pusch Ridge Wilderness. The most popular parking spots are:
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- Sabino Canyon Recreation Area
- Richard McKee Finger Rock Trailhead
- Agua Caliente
- Linda Vista Trailhead
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What is the longest trail in Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
The longest trail in Pusch Ridge Wilderness is Baby Jesus at 3.8 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
The best hiking trails in Pusch Ridge Wilderness are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
The best trail running trails in Pusch Ridge Wilderness are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
Pusch Ridge Wilderness has a total of 53 trails. Of those, 8 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Pusch Ridge Wilderness to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Pusch Ridge Wilderness is Baby Jesus with 375 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Pusch Ridge Wilderness is Baby Jesus with 894 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
Pusch Ridge Wilderness supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
Yes, there are 2 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Pusch Ridge Wilderness. 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 Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
The overall region status for Pusch Ridge Wilderness is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 25 trails:
- Clear / Green: 18
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 5
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2
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Can I ride an ebike in Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
There are 2 trails in Pusch Ridge Wilderness 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 Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Pusch Ridge Wilderness are: View all mountain biking routes in Pusch Ridge Wilderness.
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What type of bike is most common in Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Pusch Ridge Wilderness are:
- AM (22 activities)
- DH (1 activities)
- Fat (1 activities)
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What are the top sights to see in Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
There are 7 notable sights in Pusch Ridge Wilderness. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Pusch Ridge Wilderness.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
The most popular Strava segments in Pusch Ridge Wilderness are:
- VSC Last 2 kickers to the Finish (2,081 athletes)
- Mount Lemmon Road Climb (1,643 athletes)
- passing dirt bikes (1,615 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
There are 2 technical trail features (TTFs) in Pusch Ridge Wilderness. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Pusch Ridge Wilderness.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Pusch Ridge Wilderness are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Pusch Ridge Wilderness?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Pusch Ridge Wilderness are:
- The Ridge (3.4/5)
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