15.1 miles
Distance
1,260 ft
Climb
-1,266 ft
Descent
4,414 ft
High Point
-4 ft
Altitude change
3,914 ft
Altitude min
4,025 ft
Altitude start
4,022 ft
Altitude end
-22.4%
Grade max
22.6%
Grade min
7 miles
Distance climb
7 miles
Distance down
2 miles
Distance flat

This is a lollipop type loop on the Black Canyon Trail (Southern Russian Well segment) and the Copper Mountain Loop trail. The loop portion is best ridden in a CCW direction. The beginning of this ride can be done on the dirt road, as published, or simply stay on the BCT heading north from the Big Bug Trailhead. The road start may give a better warmup. You'll ride past the exit of the Copper Mtn. Loop heading north. Go through the giant green Xm gate and look for the singletrack on the left, this is the beginning or northern end of the Copper Mtn. Loop. This trail was built for mountain biking, typical BCT climbing grades and fun downhills await.

Detailed Description
BCT: Copper Mtn. Loop is a 15 mile popular intermediate route located near Mayer Arizona. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 1 trails. This route climbs 1,260 ft with a max elevation of 4,414 ft then descends -1,266 ft.
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Stats

  • Distance
    15 miles
  • Avg time
    2 hr 25 min
  • Altitude min
    3,914 ft
  • Altitude start
    4,025 ft
  • Altitude end
    4,022 ft
  • Climb
    1,260 ft
  • Descent
    -1,266 ft
  • Grade max
    -22.4%
  • Grade min
    22.6%
  • Distance climb
    7 miles
  • Distance down
    7 miles
  • Distance flat
    2 miles

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    Mayer
  • Primary Activity
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  • Route Type
    Loop
  • eBike Allowed
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    XC
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
  • Activity Logs
    8
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    Copper Mtn. Loop
    Dec 29, 2025 @ 11:44am (America/Phoenix)
    Dec 29, 2025
    		Ideal conditions surface wise. Some drainage issues in some stretches have washed/rutted out. Some overhanging cat claw in a few spots. Lovely trail that needs some drainage updates, and more rider use!
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