Copper Mtn. Loop

Fantastic singletrack option from the Black Canyon Trail north of SR69. Best ridden N -> S.

For a great 15 mile 'lollipop' loop, start at the Mayer trail head. Head left out of the parking lot under Hwy 69, go over the hill across the dirt road and down the other side. You will come to a T. Go straight/left for a clockwise loop. You will climb a ways until you get to a funky rocky area. Then it's somewhat downhill level for awhile. You will come to a gate. Go through the gate and then off towards the right. It's a little sketchy to find the trail past the gate, but you will eventually see it. It crosses over the wash. After that, you will come to the most supreme manicured section. That takes you to the crest where there is an awesome rock outcropping. Eventually you will come to another gate. Go through the gate and head right and across the dirt road. This section is skinny and can be a little tricky to track the trail. There are a few cairns here and there. You will come to the savanna. Ride through there back to the T. Take a left and then you are back on the starting section. It is really amazing as long as the cat's claw is not taking over. Have fun