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12.1 miles
Distance
1,043 ft
Climb
-1,043 ft
Descent
2 miles
High Point
-1 ft
Altitude change
7,156 ft
Altitude min
7,156 ft
Altitude start
7,156 ft
Altitude end
-25.9%
Grade max
16.3%
Grade min
5 miles
Distance climb
6 miles
Distance down
1 mile
Distance flat
This ride can start in the lower parking lot or the one about a half mile (or less) up schultz pass rd.
I saw people ride it in both directions, but I would recommend the clockwise direction so as not to be going against riders blasting down Schultz Creek trail.
I would say experienced beginners could ride it, but not a beginner just learning to ride a bike.
Half of it is uphill, so you do need some cardio, and some of schultz creek trail is on the side of a hill, so you need to be comfortable with that.
I rode this loop 8/23/20 and I thought it was a fun ride.
Detailed Description
Schultz Pass Loop is a 12 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Flagstaff Arizona. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 15 trails. This route climbs 1,043 ft with a max elevation of 8,109 ft then descends -1,043 ft.
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- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: Apr 11, 2026)
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Stats
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Distance12 miles
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Avg time1 hr 56 min
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Altitude min7,156 ft
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Altitude start7,156 ft
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Altitude end7,156 ft
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Climb1,043 ft
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Descent-1,043 ft
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Grade max-25.9%
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Grade min16.3%
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Distance climb5 miles
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Distance down6 miles
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Distance flat1 mile
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A Hidden Gem | Flagstaff, Arizona.
trail: Schultz Creek
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