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Lost Dog Wash Trailhead – McDowell Sonoran Preserve loop from Chaparral High School

Lost Dog Wash Trailhead – McDowell Sonoran Preserve loop from Chaparral High School

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Lost Dog Wash Trailhead – McDowell Sonoran Preserve loop from Chaparral High School

01:41

39.1km

170m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.99 km

Scottsdale Rotary Park Picnic Area

Highlight • Rest Area

Scottsdale Rotary Park is an 8-acre park with picnic areas and restrooms. Short, paved multi-use paths trace the perimeter of this small park.

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23.4 km

Lost Dog Wash Trailhead

Highlight • Parking

This trailhead serves as one of the primary access points for the preserve, and is the starting point for shorter and easier trails that meander around and across the natural desert wash. There is an extensive parking lot, restrooms, covered areas for shade, water, and plenty of directional signage.

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23.4 km

McDowell Sonoran Preserve

Highlight • Natural

The McDowell Sonoran Preserve spans over 30,000 acres, with over 230 miles of trails; it is the largest urban preserve in the country. It is an outdoor enthusiast playground for hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, or simply a place to connect with nature. Most trailheads are easily accessible, and entry into this beautiful desert landscape preserve is free.

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38.6 km

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Highlight • Cafe

If you need a coffee, tea, or snack this is a good place to stop. They have a good selection of interesting teas in addition to the standard fair of coffee and pastries. The building is clean and staff are friendly and efficient.

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39.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

30.2 km

6.92 km

825 m

751 m

271 m

187 m

Surfaces

34.5 km

4.36 km

269 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 19 August

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Lost Dog Wash Trailhead – McDowell Sonoran Preserve loop from Chaparral High School

Scottsdale Rotary Park Picnic Area

Lost Dog Wash Trailhead

McDowell Sonoran Preserve

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

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