Elmore Pedestrian Bridge – Tempe Town Lake loop from Center Pkwy/Washington

Elmore Pedestrian Bridge – Tempe Town Lake loop from Center Pkwy/Washington

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Elmore Pedestrian Bridge – Tempe Town Lake loop from Center Pkwy/Washington

02:10

47.8km

130m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Tips

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Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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681 m

Beach

13.3 km

Demonstration Wetland

Highlight • Natural

Demonstration Wetland is a series of three wetlands and an aeration pond. They were designed to help alleviate a pollution problem from the waste products of thousands of nesting birds …

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14.3 km

Rio Salado Pathway

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Rio Salado Pathway travels along the Salt River from Tempe Town Lake to a large wetland restoration area roughly 9 miles away. The trail is paved and super popular …

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25.3 km

Elmore Pedestrian Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

The Elmore Pedestrian Bridge is the most popular way of crossing Tempe Town Lake via foot. This is located at the western end of the lake next to the dam …

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26.4 km

Tempe Town Lake

Highlight • Lake

Tempe Town Lake is a haven for humans and wildlife alike, in this water starved desert. You'll find space to do just about any outdoor activity you can think for …

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27.6 km

Tempe Town Lake

Lake

30.8 km

Indian Bend Wash Greenbelt

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This greenbelt runs for 11 miles through the center of Scottsdale. It passes a number of parks, small lakes, & golf courses and is a great place for a leisurely ride.

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32.3 km

Vista North Lake

Lake

33.9 km

Next to the Indian Bend Wash

Highlight • Lake

The miles-long greenbelt you're pedaling through gets its name from the lake just to your south: Indian Bend Wash.

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37.3 km

Camelback Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Located along the Indian Bend Wash Greenway, Camelback Park is an oasis in the desert. The park has a small lake, great multi-use paths, and large open areas for picnicking. …

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47.8 km

End point

Train Station

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