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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17 Reviews & Comments

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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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rickythunder (Mar 28, 2022 at 9:38)
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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cemoorelife TRAILFORKS (Feb 21, 2022 at 11:40)
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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sharknado33 (Dec 31, 2021 at 15:29)
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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wildmeff (Dec 20, 2020 at 7:18)
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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Padyakeros (Feb 28, 2018 at 21:19)
Trail BCT - Bumble Bee
Fun
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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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Lovethatcountrypie (May 12, 2017 at 12:50)
Trail BCT - Bumble Bee
Absolutely magnificent
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  • Riding area
    Black Canyon City
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Other Activities
    • E-Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Point to Point
  • Bikepacking
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • Bike type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
More Stats for BCT: Mayer to Bumblebee mountain bike route
  • Altitude change
    -1,299 ft
  • Altitude min
    2,491 ft
  • Altitude start
    4,023 ft
  • Altitude end
    2,723 ft
  • Grade
    -1%
  • Grade max
    -26.9%
  • Grade min
    29.7%
  • Distance climb
    8 miles
  • Distance down
    14 miles
  • Distance flat
    4 miles
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