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3,638 ft
Distance
132 ft
Climb
-11 ft
Descent
00:06:45
Avg time
122 ft
Altitude change
6,106 ft
Altitude min
6,228 ft
Altitude max
6,106 ft
Altitude start
6,227 ft
Altitude end
3.4%
Grade
-9.9%
Grade max
11.8%
Grade min
3,340 ft
Distance climb
243 ft
Distance down
52 ft
Distance flat
00:06:45
Avg time

Circle Connection Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Thumb Butte
    Prescott, Arizona
  • Ref Number
    #322
  • AKA
    322
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Voted Difficulty
    Green (3 votes)
  • Local Popularity
    90 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 85 in Trail Running
    • 65 in Hiking
    • 5 in Horseback
  • Global Ranking
    #46813 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #48945 in Trail Running
    • #81592 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    Prescott National Forest

Trail #322 can be accessed from the intersection of Trail #392 and Trail #326 on the north end, or off of Trail #327 from the south.

This is a connector trail and is part of the Prescott Circle Trail. The grade is gentle and the trail well-groomed. For those following the Whiskey Off-Road Course, this trail makes for a nice bypass to the infamous Cramp Hill.

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Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 4 rides
  • 14 miles average
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  • 119 rides
  • 22 miles avg distance
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  • 731 rides
  • Last: Aug 28, 2026
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Other than breathing in lots of trail dust, the trails and scenery are spectacular. Williams Peak, West Spruce Extension, Quaky, Cold Springs...
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        Directions to circle-connection trailhead (34.527650, -112.530560)

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        Routes with this trail

        3.8 57 miles 6,063 ft 13 Loop
        Prescott Circle Trail is a series of network trails that form a loop around town. A majority of the trails...
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Circle Connection

        Where is Circle Connection located?
        Circle Connection is located in Thumb Butte, Prescott, Arizona, United States. It is part of the Thumb Butte trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 34.52765, -112.53056.
        How hard is Circle Connection?
        Circle Connection is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 3.4%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
        What is the elevation gain for Circle Connection?
        Circle Connection has 132 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 11 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 6,106 ft to 6,228 ft.
        Is Circle Connection a point to point trail?
        Circle Connection is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        How long is Circle Connection?
        Circle Connection is 3,638 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Circle Connection?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Circle Connection. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        When is the best time of year to ride Circle Connection?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Circle Connection are:
        • May (48 activities)
        • April (48 activities)
        • August (40 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access Circle Connection? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Circle Connection are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Circle Connection?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 6 minutes to ride Circle Connection. The trail is 3,638 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Circle Connection?
        Circle Connection is a very popular trail. There have been 5,182 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 5,171 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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