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2,612 ft
Distance
137 ft
Climb
-22 ft
Descent
00:04:18
Avg time
115 ft
Altitude change
1,871 ft
Altitude min
2,007 ft
Altitude max
1,871 ft
Altitude start
1,985 ft
Altitude end
4.4%
Grade
-10.8%
Grade max
16.8%
Grade min
1,801 ft
Distance climb
554 ft
Distance down
256 ft
Distance flat
00:04:18
Avg time

Apache Vista Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Phoenix Sonoran Preserve
    Phoenix, Arizona
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Blue (2 votes)
  • Local Popularity
    90 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 80 in E-Biking
    • 65 in Trail Running
    • 95 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #97729 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #116368 in E-Biking
    • #134339 in Trail Running
    • #70238 in Hiking
  • State Ranking
    #1,373 in Mountain Biking · Arizona [+]
    • #736 in E-Biking
    • #2,301 in Trail Running
    • #1,329 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    City of Phoenix

Takes a little effort to go up, but a great place to watch a beautiful sunset without going too far from the car.

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  • 22 miles average
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  • 52 rides
  • 13 miles avg distance
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  • 643 rides
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Apache Vista Trail Reports

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Oct 14, 2026 @ 11:26am (America/Phoenix)
Oct 14, 2026
 A rocky, slightly technical climb that’s easy for anyone of intermediate ability or above. There’s a great view of the surrounding area from...
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on Oct 14, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 4.28 (8 votes)
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      Sonoran Preserve - Apache Vista (Phoenix, AZ)
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      0:48 | 16 | Sep 21, 2026 , Phoenix

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      3 Reviews & Comments

      Ampfrog Ampfrog
      My favorite climb of the area. Usually go CCW around the top loop. Minor rocks here and there to avoid and/or pop over on the way up, super fun cruise on the way down.
      Vanguaard Vanguaard
      Fairly steep but short climb rewarded with a fast ride down.
      alphabetadog
      Nice challenging constant climb with some loose rocks. Very rewarding views at the top.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Apache Vista located?
      Apache Vista is located in Phoenix Sonoran Preserve, Phoenix, Arizona, United States. It is part of the Phoenix Sonoran Preserve trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 33.7757, -112.04464.
      ▼ How hard is Apache Vista?
      Apache Vista is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 4.4%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Apache Vista?
      Apache Vista has 137 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 22 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,871 ft to 2,007 ft.
      ▼ Is Apache Vista a point to point trail?
      Apache Vista is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Apache Vista?
      Apache Vista is 2,612 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Apache Vista?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Apache Vista. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Apache Vista? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Apache Vista are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Apache Vista?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 4 minutes to ride Apache Vista. The trail is 2,612 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Apache Vista?
      Apache Vista is a very popular trail. There have been 4,113 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 7,089 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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