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North Mountain Preserve – Phoenix Mountains Preserve loop from Echo Canyon Recreation Area

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North Mountain Preserve – Phoenix Mountains Preserve loop from Echo Canyon Recreation Area

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North Mountain Preserve – Phoenix Mountains Preserve loop from Echo Canyon Recreation Area

03:27

48.1km

350m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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18.0 km

North Mountain Preserve

Highlight • Natural Monument

The North Mountain Preserve is home to two of the highest peaks in the Phoenix area. It also has a visitor's center to fill up on water and talk over …

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19.2 km

North Mountain Preserve

Nature Reserve

30.2 km

This preserve isn't a single park but rather a collection of peaks, parks, & draws. There are hiking and biking opportunities for all skill levels along with restrooms and water fountains at many of the parking areas.

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32.3 km

Phoenix Mountains Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Phoenix Mountains Preserve is a group of parks within the Phoenix Mountains. These parks are Piesta Peak Recreation Area, Camelback Mountain Park, Dreamy Draw Recreation Area, Papago Park, Lookout Mountain …

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34.1 km

Charles M. Christiansen Trail #100

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Trail #100 or the Charles M. Christiansen Trail winds its way across the Phoenix Mountains Preserve and into the North Mountain Preserve. It's not the most technical or challenging route …

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36.1 km

Charles M. Christiansen Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Charles M. Christiansen Trail is one of many interconnecting trails making up the Phoenix Mountain Preserve. This section of trail is popular for its views of Piestewa Peak.

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48.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.1 km

14.5 km

9.72 km

2.88 km

1.92 km

792 m

202 m

Surfaces

19.4 km

18.7 km

6.72 km

3.22 km

182 m

Elevation

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Highest point (500 m)

Lowest point (380 m)

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Tuesday 26 May

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North Mountain Preserve – Phoenix Mountains Preserve loop from Echo Canyon Recreation Area

North Mountain Preserve

Phoenix Mountains Preserve

Phoenix Mountains Preserve

Charles M. Christiansen Trail #100

Charles M. Christiansen Trail

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