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23.4 miles
Distance
2,220 ft
Climb
-2,226 ft
Descent
5,112 ft
High Point
-6 ft
Altitude change
4,073 ft
Altitude min
4,080 ft
Altitude start
4,075 ft
Altitude end
-35.6%
Grade max
41.3%
Grade min
9 miles
Distance climb
10 miles
Distance down
4 miles
Distance flat
This "long way to the bar" loop starts and ends in downtown Patagonia. Starting on Temporal Canyon Road, climb 6 miles of gravel to the new Temporal Gulch Section of AZT. This section is incredibly scenic, offering views of the Santa Rita mountains as you climb and descend benched singletrack deep in the grasslands. From the highpoint about midway into the ride, the AZT follows a contour line down a ridge, descending ~ 1,000ft in 7 miles to the intersection with SR 83. Cross under the road here and enjoy 5 more fast flowy miles back to town on the Patagonia Train Track Trail.
This loop is not to be underestimated. While the trail itself is non-technical the exposure, elevation gain and remoteness are all noteworthy. MTB's are recommended.
Detailed Description
Temporal Loop is a 23 mile popular intermediate route located near Patagonia Arizona. This mountain bike only route. This route includes 2 trails. This route climbs 2,220 ft with a max elevation of 5,112 ft then descends -2,226 ft.
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Stats
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Distance23 miles
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Altitude min4,073 ft
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Altitude start4,080 ft
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Altitude end4,075 ft
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Climb2,220 ft
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Descent-2,226 ft
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Grade max-35.6%
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Grade min41.3%
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Distance climb9 miles
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Distance down10 miles
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Distance flat4 miles
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| status | trail | date | condition | description |
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May 3, 2025 @ 12:19am May 3, 2025 | Trail in pretty good shape. Dry and loose. Fun ride! | |||
Oct 12, 2024 @ 8:15am Oct 12, 2024 |
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