25.0 miles
Distance
1,573 ft
Climb
-2,874 ft
Descent
4,197 ft
High Point
Common shuttle route. Option to got to the Cleator Yacht Club is not mapped.
Detailed Description
BCT: Mayer to Bumblebee is a 25 mile popular intermediate route located near Black Canyon City Arizona. This mountain bike primary route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 6 trails. This route climbs 1,573 ft with a max elevation of 4,197 ft then descends -2,874 ft.
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toddbettis
(Dec 31, 2022 at 16:54)

Trail BCT - Drinking Snake
don’t ride through the red clay if its wet!
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Trail BCT - Antelope Creek
Nice trail for a self-shuttle ride in and out then continue to Hidden treasure and Bumble Bee trails. The trail is rated blue intermediate but watch out with the exposure sites and loose dirt on the edges will keep you on your toes for sure. Mostly flow with some sketchy switchbacks and decent altitude gain.
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Trail BCT - Antelope Creek
My favourite segment of the BCT, you really are in the middle of nowhere with very few (if any) people. Some exposure on parts of this trail but the scenery is just amazing. The trail beautifully meanders the contours of the canyon and below Sunset Point of the highway.
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aobbard
(Jan 25, 2022 at 11:19)
Trail BCT - Antelope Creek
Fun section of BCT. Descent (Southbound) is a blast. Climb (Northbound) is a little bit of work, but mellow grades, non-technical, totally cleanable. Easy Blue.
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Trail BCT - Antelope Creek
Great trail! But a warning: we rode here after some rain and while the trails were awesome condition and just damp, the roads getting there (Crown King, Antelope Creek) were a muddy mess. In our 2 wheel drive vehicle we almost got stuck multiple places. I’m sure the locals know this but a warning for fellow travelers!
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lmiddleman
(Mar 29, 2021 at 22:51)

Trail BCT - Bumble Bee
This rode more like a black rating. More loose rocks than usual. Tough segment
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ConorRkPrbZ
(Dec 20, 2020 at 17:23)

Trail BCT - Drinking Snake
A mix of fun singletrack and scenic dirt roads. Nice section of trail when riding from Bigg TH to the Bumblebee TH.
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Trail BCT - Jeep Connector
This is a tough climb. Sustained, somewhat rutted, and loose. It’s all rideable, just tough. Stopped for a few minutes midway in to curse and remove clothing.
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goatzebra
(Apr 10, 2018 at 12:59)

Trail BCT - Bumble Bee
This section recently burned. Makes it feel noticeably hotter and less pleasant than other sections. More like hell. More technical than previous blue sections.
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W33ble
(Sep 19, 2017 at 21:28)

Trail BCT - Bumble Bee
Great single track! A bit of exposure, and some technical little bits, but great practice. And the view is grand.
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Pyroferus
(Aug 27, 2017 at 12:59)
Trail BCT - Bumble Bee
Amazing single track, just watch for the rattlesnakes ... 8/25/2017 3 spotted on a 10 mile ride ????
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Lovethatcountrypie
(May 17, 2017 at 11:34)
Trail BCT - Big Bug
Relatively smooth and flat through some rolling hills with some rocky areas and nice bunny hills. Trees and bushes provide plenty of shady areas.
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Lovethatcountrypie
(May 17, 2017 at 10:26)
Trail BCT - Drinking Snake
Mostly gravel road through relatively mundane scenery. Skip this if you are doing segments.
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Lovethatcountrypie
(May 17, 2017 at 10:25)
Trail BCT - Bumble Bee Creek
Short but sweet, singletrack rolling through prickly pear cacti
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Lovethatcountrypie
(May 16, 2017 at 13:24)
Trail BCT - Antelope Creek
Absolutely terrific singletrack. Remotely located but worth the drive
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Trails in Route
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypePoint to Point
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eBike Allowed
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Bike typeXC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical ratingModerate
More Stats for BCT: Mayer to Bumblebee mountain bike route
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Altitude change-1,299 ft
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Altitude min2,491 ft
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Altitude start4,023 ft
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Altitude end2,723 ft
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Grade-1%
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Grade max-26.9%
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Grade min29.7%
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Distance climb8 miles
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Distance down14 miles
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Distance flat4 miles
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Knolly Fugitive LT on the BCT
trail: BCT - Bumble Bee
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Knolly Fugitive LT on the BCT
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The Black Canyon Trail in One Day: 60 Miles of Singletrack, Rivers, and Adventure - Hardtail Party
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