Babad Do'ag Viewpoint – Molino Basin Campground loop from Milagrosa Hills
Babad Do'ag Viewpoint – Molino Basin Campground loop from Milagrosa Hills
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Babad Do'ag Viewpoint – Molino Basin Campground loop from Milagrosa Hills
02:24
24.9km
730m
Mountain biking
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: May 14, 2026
Tips
Your route passes through protected areas
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Coronado National Forest
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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2.05 km
Babad Do'ag Viewpoint
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
2.08 km
Babad Do'ag Vista Point
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
7.06 km
Molino Basin Campground
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
7.37 km
Upper Bellota – Arizona Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
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11.8 km
La Milagrosa
Highlight (Segment) • MTB Park
Tip by
18.6 km
Agua Caliente Creek
Nature Reserve
24.9 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
11.6 km
10.5 km
2.18 km
320 m
175 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
11.6 km
10.6 km
1.31 km
1.04 km
145 m
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Elevation
Highest point (1,480 m)
Lowest point (840 m)
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Thursday 25 June
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Description
If you're seeking a truly demanding and rewarding mountain biking adventure in the Santa Catalina Mountains, the Babad Do'ag Viewpoint – Molino Basin Campground loop from Milagrosa Hills is a formidable choice. This difficult route spans 15.4 miles (24.9 km) with a significant 2381 feet (726 metres) of elevation gain, typically taking around 2 hours and 23 minutes. It's designed for advanced riders with excellent fitness and technical skills, offering some of the most aggressive terrain in the region.
What to expect on Babad Do'ag Viewpoint – Molino Basin Campground loop from Milagrosa Hills
This journey through the Santa Catalina Mountains is a masterclass in diverse Arizona landscapes. Starting near the Babad Do'ag Vista Point, you'll climb through various biomes, transitioning from classic Sonoran Desert scenery with saguaros to higher elevation oak scrub. The Molino Basin Trail offers a mix of rocky descents, fast singletrack, and lung-taxing climbs, while the La Milagrosa trail, often called "Millie," lives up to its double black diamond rating with sustained technical terrain, including chunk, ledge, and drops that demand advanced mountain biking skills. Expect sections where you might need to push your bike, but the sweeping views of the Tucson valley and the rugged Catalinas make the effort worthwhile.
Planning your visit
Given the extreme technical difficulty and physical demands, this route is best tackled by experienced mountain bikers. While specific permits aren't mentioned for this loop, parking is available at Molino Basin Campground. The spring months are particularly beautiful, with colorful wildflowers blooming, but be prepared for varying conditions as you ascend through different ecosystems. Always carry ample water, especially during warmer seasons, and check current trail conditions before heading out.
- Distance: 15.4 miles (24.9 km)
- Elevation gain: 2381 feet (726 metres)
- Difficulty: difficult
- Estimated time: 2 hours and 23 minutes
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