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33.6 miles
Distance
2,626 ft
Climb
-2,641 ft
Descent
4,507 ft
High Point
-15 ft
Altitude change
3,760 ft
Altitude min
4,038 ft
Altitude start
4,022 ft
Altitude end
-37.1%
Grade max
23.3%
Grade min
16 miles
Distance climb
14 miles
Distance down
3 miles
Distance flat
This is a CCW loop on the Black Canyon Trail (Russian Well segment) and the Copper Mountain Loop trail. 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 until is crosses Old Sycamore Rd. The road start may give a better warmup. At the giant green Xm gate and look for the singletrack on the right, 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.
The first half of this ride is on graded dirt roads. At the Orme Rd. trailhead (no services) the BCT begins as a semi-rugged double-track. Singletrack begins near Russian Well.
*Notes: A GPS is recommended as some of the northern stretches of BCT singletrack is often more faint than the game trails in the area. Catclaw may be present, cover up! Better yet, bring some clippers!! There may also be a couple of water crossings at Brushy Wash & the Agua Fria River, water levels are typically low enough for easy crossing.
Detailed Description
BCT: Orme - Copper Mtn. Loop is a 34 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 2 trails. This route climbs 2,626 ft with a max elevation of 4,507 ft then descends -2,641 ft.
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Stats
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Distance34 miles
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Altitude min3,760 ft
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Altitude start4,038 ft
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Altitude end4,022 ft
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Climb2,626 ft
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Descent-2,641 ft
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Grade max-37.1%
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Grade min23.3%
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Distance climb16 miles
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Distance down14 miles
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Distance flat3 miles
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