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2.9 miles
Distance
404 ft
Climb
-295 ft
Descent
00:35:08
Avg time
107 ft
Altitude change
3,259 ft
Altitude min
3,547 ft
Altitude max
3,259 ft
Altitude start
3,366 ft
Altitude end
0.7%
Grade
-31%
Grade max
18.8%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
1,335 ft
Distance flat
00:35:08
Avg time

Copper Falls Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Camp Verde
    , Arizona
  • Ref Number
    #0504
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 90 in Trail Running
    • 95 in Hiking
    • 5 in Horseback
  • Global Ranking
    #106270 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #309243 in Trail Running
    • #63158 in Hiking
    • #19988 in Horseback
  • State Ranking
    #1,545 in Mountain Biking · Arizona [+]
    • #4,220 in Trail Running
    • #1,191 in Hiking
    • #703 in Horseback
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed

Copper Canyon Loop is a 3.9 mile trail. The first mile is a climb up some switch backs then it gets fun. A couple of the corners are a little tight so be ready to brake. There is a creek crossing that is usually dry. This is an otherwise awesome trail that is fun for riders of any level.

Tags
Creek crossingFamily friendly
Local Trail Association

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  • 9 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Sep 7, 2026
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Copper Falls Trail Reports

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Oct 24, 2023 @ 8:26am
Oct 24, 2023
Trail is dry and clear. A few loose rock spots; agree with Kiwi that it’s very similar to Blowout Wash.
Jul 6, 2023 @ 10:18am
Jul 6, 2023
Nice smooth climb across the face of the hill leads to the DH that has turns down through washes, similar to the turns in Blowout Canyon. A Great...
May 4, 2022 @ 6:22pm
May 4, 2022
Nov 8, 2021 @ 12:24pm
Nov 8, 2021
Amazingly fine trail. I am going to return and ride it again within a few days. This is very unusual. It is that good.
Feb 6, 2021 @ 2:29pm
Feb 6, 2021
After some refreshing moisture the trail forces your tires to tick to it like glue. Just past the water feature there is a bench with a small fire...
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on Oct 24, 2023
Dry
Avg: 4.17 (5 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      4 Reviews & Comments

      NicknrQQ9b
      Trail is currently damaged from recent monsoon activity and is going to need a fair amount of maintenance. Expect more challenging conditions than normal.
      Bbobby
      One of my favorites so far. I’m beginner with not so great fitness level. The climb gives me a run for my money and the descent is fun, challenging and safe enough to push a little. On the way back to the parking lot, the free section is fun with some opportunity to catch a bit of air too.
      zwade zwade
      Kind of a horse zone. Climb is chill. Down has a bit of flow. If you’re looking for a quick and painless loop to stretch your legs on the way to Sedona this is it. Otherwise just pass this by. It’s a green circle not really a blue.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Copper Falls located?
      Copper Falls is located in Camp Verde, Arizona, United States. It is part of the Camp Verde trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 34.54762, -111.88875.
      ▼ How hard is Copper Falls?
      Copper Falls is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 0.7%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Copper Falls?
      Copper Falls has 404 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 295 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 3,259 ft to 3,547 ft.
      ▼ Is Copper Falls a point to point trail?
      Copper Falls is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Copper Falls?
      Copper Falls is 2.9 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Copper Falls?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Copper Falls. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Copper Falls? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Copper Falls are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Copper Falls?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 35 minutes to ride Copper Falls. The trail is 2.9 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Copper Falls?
      Copper Falls is a very popular trail. There have been 200 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 232 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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