11.0 miles
Distance
1,512 ft
Climb
-1,506 ft
Descent
2 miles
High Point

Scenic singletrack up Payson canyon near Payson lakes

Detailed Description
blackhawk loop is a 11 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Payson Utah. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating. This route includes 10 trails. This route climbs 1,512 ft with a max elevation of 8,454 ft then descends -1,506 ft.
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  • Riding area
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Bike type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Hard
  • Ridelogs
    10
More Stats for blackhawk loop mountain bike route
  • Avg time
    2 hr 6 min
  • Altitude min
    7,710 ft
  • Altitude start
    8,056 ft
  • Altitude end
    8,064 ft
  • Grade max
    -28.4%
  • Grade min
    29.5%
  • Distance climb
    5 miles
  • Distance down
    6 miles
  • Distance flat
    3,353 ft
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Recent Trail Reports Along Route

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Blackhawk Trail
Aug 29, 2024 @ 11:36am
Aug 29, 2024
Abort! It will tear up your shins and hands. Poorly maintained and over grown.
Frank Young Canyon Trail
Aug 29, 2024 @ 11:36am
Aug 29, 2024
Riding great, still lots of wild flowers.
Blackhawk Trail
Aug 29, 2024 @ 11:36am
Aug 29, 2024
Riding great! A couple of trees to get over but still a great ride!
Rock Spring Trail
Jul 7, 2024 @ 6:27pm
Jul 7, 2024
Riding good. Rocky as usual in spots, but not difficult to maneuver.
Jones Ranch
Jul 5, 2024 @ 12:57am
Jul 5, 2024
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