Mountain Bike

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28 miles

Distance

6,281 ft

Climb

-6,281 ft

Descent

3,760 ft

High Point

Actual climbing is 4,400 feet. Not the 6,200 calculated by TrailForks.
Start from the Picketpost Trailhead off of highway 60. Ride the Arizona Trail south for about 14 miles. Have lunch at a saddle with a beautiful view and then head back. Most climbing is on the way out so the ride back is easier but there are still some challenging climbs on the way back.
There are some rock gardens and loose, steep switchbacks on this trail.
Bring lots of water and food. Plan to spend 4+ hours riding.
Cats claw along the trail may scratch your arms and legs. It's tolerable but tall socks and long sleeves are not a bad idea.

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Trails in Route

Arizona Trail: Picketpost to Kelvin

28 miles

Details

Riding area

Superior
Primary Activity

Mountain Bike
Difficulty rating

Black Diamond
Ridelogs

49

More Stats for AZT Picketpost Out-And-Back mountain bike route

Altitude change

0 ft
Altitude min

2,394 ft
Altitude start

2,400 ft
Altitude end

2,400 ft
Grade max

-74.119%
Grade min

41.587%
Distance climb

13 miles
Distance down

13 miles
Distance flat

3 miles

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