8.2 miles
Distance
296 ft
Climb
-296 ft
Descent
989 ft
High Point
881 ft
Altitude min
938 ft
Altitude start
938 ft
Altitude end
-14.3%
Grade max
12.9%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
4 miles
Distance flat

Local rider took me on this route. Doubles up on some sections but overall pretty fun. Could lengthen it by adding Lot's Wife, Exit and a full loop on Bird.

Detailed Description
Dog Bone Loop is a 8 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Buckeye Arizona. This mountain bike primary route can be used one direction and has a easy overall physical rating. This route includes 12 trails. This route climbs 296 ft with a max elevation of 989 ft then descends -296 ft.
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Stats

  • Distance
    8 miles
  • Avg time
    35 min 29 sec
  • Altitude min
    881 ft
  • Altitude start
    938 ft
  • Altitude end
    938 ft
  • Climb
    296 ft
  • Descent
    -296 ft
  • Grade max
    -14.3%
  • Grade min
    12.9%
  • Distance climb
    2 miles
  • Distance down
    2 miles
  • Distance flat
    4 miles

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Trails in Route

Magic Mile1 mile
Laree's686 ft
Red Mountain719 ft
Boulders791 ft
Shortcut3,222 ft
Infinity2,093 ft
Coyote1 mile
Well3,501 ft
Madd Bird1,289 ft
Kyle's Greenhorn2,205 ft
Magic Mile1 mile

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    Blue
  • Route Type
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  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Physical rating
    Easy
  • Activity Logs
    2
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    Recent Trail Reports Along Route

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    Magic Mile
    Oct 24, 2025 @ 7:27am (America/Phoenix)
    Oct 24, 2025
    Great AM ride, trail is in great shape. Entered off AZ85. Entered just beyond the cattle guard / gate.
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    Jul 28, 2025 @ 5:47am
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