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3.5 miles
Distance
656 ft
Climb
-650 ft
Descent
1 mile
High Point
7 ft
Altitude change
7,090 ft
Altitude min
7,452 ft
Altitude start
7,457 ft
Altitude end
-48.8%
Grade max
35.7%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
2,844 ft
Distance flat
This is the counterclockwise version of the new upper loop.
Detailed Description
Pinal Peak Loop Counter Clockwise is a 4 mile popular intermediate route located near Globe Arizona. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 2 trails. This route climbs 656 ft with a max elevation of 7,533 ft then descends -650 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: Nov 11, 2026)
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Stats
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Distance4 miles
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Altitude min7,090 ft
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Altitude start7,452 ft
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Altitude end7,457 ft
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Climb656 ft
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Descent-650 ft
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Grade max-48.8%
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Grade min35.7%
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Distance climb2 miles
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Distance down1 mile
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Distance flat2,844 ft
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Trails in Route
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| 2 miles |
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Riding area
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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eBike Allowed
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Bike typeAM, XC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical ratingModerate
Directions
- Walk southwest on Pinal Mtn. Rd..
- Continue for 10 meters.
- Walk southwest on Pinal Mtn. Rd..
- Continue for 70 meters.
- Walk southwest on Pinal Mtn. Rd..
- Continue for 200 meters.
- Walk east on Pinal Mtn. Rd..
- Continue for 30 meters.
- Walk east on Pinal Mtn. Rd..
- Continue for 200 meters.
- Walk southwest on Pinal Mtn. Rd..
- Continue for 100 meters.
- Walk east on Pinal Mtn. Rd..
- Continue for 70 meters.
- Walk northeast on Pinal Mtn. Rd..
- Continue for 200 meters.
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mtb
AZ MTB : Pinal Mountain : Pinal Vista Loop Southside climb/DH May 2026
trail: Pinal Vista Loop (Southside)
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May 25, 2026
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AZ MTB : Pinal Mountain : Pinal Vista Loop Northside DH May 2026
trail: Pinal Vista Loop (Northside)
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May 25, 2026
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