more stats
6.0 miles
Distance
223 ft
Climb
-223 ft
Descent
00:35:56
Avg time
0 ft
Altitude change
2,793 ft
Altitude min
2,857 ft
Altitude max
2,822 ft
Altitude start
2,822 ft
Altitude end
-11.9%
Grade max
8.9%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
2 miles
Distance flat
00:35:56
Avg time

Lone Cactus Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Fantasy Island
    Arizona
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Blue (3 votes)
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 100 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #33793 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #2667 in E-Biking
  • State Ranking
    #484 in Mountain Biking · Arizona [+]
    • #4 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Season
    All Year
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    Arizona State Trust Land

The Cactus Loop is around 6 Miles long, consisting of winding and rolling hills, singletrack. I would categorize the skill level of this trail at a low intermediate for difficulty. Mostly due to ruts from the rain, rocky descents and climbs, and the Cacti. Many beginners start here but they are instantly challenged. The Cactus Loop can connect to the Bunny Trail, Christmas Tree and the Burro Loop. Right turns will take you to one or the other named trails or stay left to continue on the Cactus Loop. There are a few tricky sections to be aware of, especially during monsoon season (July-September). Watch the wash crossings, dips and "The Shaft" as they can be steep, rutted or washed out.

Access Info

Trail is 40 yards south of the intersection at Irvington and Harrison Rd. Park in the lot or dirt and jump on the Paved Bike Path. You will see a picnic table on the left and the trail is just to the right of that area and a sign. The Cactus Loop ends just behind the picnic table.

Tags
Bike repair station

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 4 rides
  • 14 miles average
6 Months
  • 106 rides
  • 13 miles avg distance
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  • 2,416 rides
  • Last: Oct 27, 2026
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Lone Cactus Loop Trail Reports

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Oct 24, 2026 @ 7:19am (America/Phoenix)
Oct 24, 2026
 The trail was perfect today.
Oct 18, 2026 @ 10:59am (America/Phoenix)
Oct 18, 2026
Oct 17, 2026 @ 1:50pm (America/Phoenix)
Oct 17, 2026
Oct 10, 2026 @ 7:44am (America/Phoenix)
Oct 10, 2026
 The ascents are fairly chunky these days, a few are washed out a bit. However, nothing significant for a blue trail.
Sep 26, 2026 @ 1:37pm (America/Phoenix)
Sep 26, 2026
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Status:
on Oct 24, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 3.89 (29 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Lone Cactus Loop Part 01
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      25:46 | 1054 | Sep 27, 2020 , My City
      Lone Cactus Loop Part 02
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      25:46 | 845 | Sep 27, 2020 , My City
      Fantasy Island Transfer Jump (huck-to-flat)
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      0:25 | 669 | May 20, 2015 , My City
      Fantasy Island Helmet Cam
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      20:56 | 711 | May 14, 2015 , My City

      Technical Trail Features (TTF)

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      Trail Events

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      3.9 ★★★★★
      29 Ratings
      5 ★ 38%
      4 ★ 28%
      3 ★ 24%
      2 ★ 3%
      1 ★ 7%

      7 Reviews & Comments

      RobinDavid
      Really fun riding on this loop. The one way aspect really lets the flow get going and the up and down of the small washes add to the workout. Also was one big grinfest with the ebike. Good stuff.
      cloneranger
      Totally recommend, completely lives up to it's name. Like a fun roller coaster for bikes. The faster you go the more fun it gets. Great trail building!!!
      BrokerMike
      We love this trail system. Lone Cactus loop has enough on it for intermediates or even advanced riders to play on and practice your skills. Don’t let the 200ft of elevation fool you…the constant ups and downs will still provide a good workout. Its well signed, single direction, hiker-free and easy to follow.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Lone Cactus Loop located?
      Lone Cactus Loop is located in Fantasy Island, Arizona, United States. It is part of the Fantasy Island trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 32.16198, -110.78969.
      ▼ How hard is Lone Cactus Loop?
      Lone Cactus Loop is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Lone Cactus Loop?
      Lone Cactus Loop has 223 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 223 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,793 ft to 2,857 ft.
      ▼ Is Lone Cactus Loop a point to point trail?
      Yes, Lone Cactus Loop is a point to point trail. The direction is One Direction. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Lone Cactus Loop?
      Lone Cactus Loop is 6.0 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Lone Cactus Loop?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Lone Cactus Loop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Lone Cactus Loop?
      Lone Cactus Loop is best visited during: All Year.
      ▼ How do I access Lone Cactus Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Lone Cactus Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Lone Cactus Loop?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 36 minutes to ride Lone Cactus Loop. The trail is 6.0 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Lone Cactus Loop?
      Lone Cactus Loop is a very popular trail. There have been 10,141 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 10,381 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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