23.5 miles
Distance
1,415 ft
Climb
-1,394 ft
Descent
3,073 ft
High Point
This route covers the best of Brown's Ranch. It's a big day - over 20 miles, but the miles actually go by quickly because the terrain is flowy and well-built. It's a hard blue - anyone with intermediate bike skills and good fitness will be able to do this route. Bring LOTS of water
Detailed Description
Best of Brown's Ranch Loop is a 24 mile popular intermediate route located near Scottsdale Arizona. This mountain bike only route. This route includes 19 trails. This route climbs 1,415 ft with a max elevation of 3,073 ft then descends -1,394 ft.
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Bike typeAM, XC
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Avg time2 hr 20 min
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Altitude change19 ft
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Altitude min2,295 ft
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Altitude start2,295 ft
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Altitude end2,316 ft
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Grade max-54.8%
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Grade min40.6%
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Distance climb9 miles
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Distance down8 miles
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Distance flat7 miles
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