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South Mountain Preserve – Mount Suappoa loop from Baseline/Central Avenue

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South Mountain Preserve – Mount Suappoa loop from Baseline/Central Avenue

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South Mountain Preserve – Mount Suappoa loop from Baseline/Central Avenue

02:08

31.5km

540m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.89 km

Scorpion Gulch

Highlight • Historical Site

Originally constructed in 1936 as a house and store, this remarkable establishment remained open until 1966. Today, it's a perfect place to admire and appreciate the craftsmanship of the reconstruction period.

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6.34 km

Summit Road, South Mountain Preserve

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Summit Road travels through the heart of the South Mountain Preserve. It passes a number of overlooks, lots of trailheads, and even a couple restrooms, parking lots, and water fountains. …

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9.17 km

View of Gila River Valley from National Trail Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

This overlook is at the intersection of the National Trail and Telegraph Pass Trail. You get a great view of the Gila River Valley from up here, but you do …

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9.17 km

View of Telegraph Pass

Highlight • Viewpoint

This spot is located right off the main road and is perfect place to take a quick break and recharge. Sit on the bench, take in the sights and relish …

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10.2 km

South Mountain Preserve

Highlight • Forest

South Mountain Preserve is one of the largest urban parks in North America and is the largest in the United States at more than 16,000 acres. It is designated as a Phoenix Point of Pride.

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12.3 km

Dobbins Lookout

Highlight • Viewpoint

This lookout building was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's as a watchtower platform. From this point you'll enjoy clear views of Phoenix and surrounding cities. Make …

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16.3 km

Mount Suappoa

Highlight • Viewpoint

If it's not hard enough climbing about 6 miles and 2,000 feet, then how about the last .5 mile at 15% grade..! Super smooth - super fast downhills with big …

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28.9 km

Phoenix Sonoran Bikeway — South Mountain

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Phoenix Sonoran Bikeway runs nearly the full length of the city from the South Mountain Park & Preserve to Cave Creek in the North. The bikeway is over 20 …

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31.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

31.1 km

262 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

31.4 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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South Mountain Preserve – Mount Suappoa loop from Baseline/Central Avenue

Scorpion Gulch

Summit Road, South Mountain Preserve

View of Gila River Valley from National Trail Overlook

View of Telegraph Pass

South Mountain Preserve

Dobbins Lookout

Mount Suappoa

Phoenix Sonoran Bikeway — South Mountain

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