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Elden Mountain Lookout Tower – Karen Cooper Trailhead loop from Flagstaff

Elden Mountain Lookout Tower – Karen Cooper Trailhead loop from Flagstaff

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2.9

(21)

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Elden Mountain Lookout Tower – Karen Cooper Trailhead loop from Flagstaff

03:01

34.2km

760m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel 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: August 18, 2026

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Coconino National Forest

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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15.4 km

Elden Mountain Lookout Tower

Highlight • Viewpoint

Elden Mountain (also known as Mount Elden) is Flagstaff's local mountain, towering over 2,000 feet above the city. Climbing this peak will take you through aspen groves, rocky outcrops, and the remains of a burned forest. The tower at the top is not to be climbed, but you are still exposed to 360 views from the peak and saddle.

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26.6 km

Flagstaff North Reservoir Water Treatment Plant

Highlight • Structure

26.7 km

Sunflower Field Near Flagstaff City Reservoirs

Highlight • Natural

27.3 km

Open Space on the Karen Cooper Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The most northern section of the Karen Cooper Trail passes through Cheshire Park, which backs up to a fair bit of Open Space. This is a popular spot for people walking their dogs or people looking for some quiet green space.

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32.3 km

Karen Cooper Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

The Karen Cooper Trail leads you along the outskirts of Flagstaff, along the Rio de Flag and little parks.

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33.7 km

Downtown Flagstaff

Highlight • Settlement

Flagstaff was founded in 1876 and translates as much as flagpole. The exact origin is interpreted in different ways, but all stories revolve around a central element: a single spruce, freed from its branches, was used as a flagpole. Some say that a group of settlers raised the American flag here on the anniversary of independence, others speak of marking a trade route. In 1881 the railroad came through the small town and with it the upswing. The University of Northern Arizona opened in 1899, making Flagstaff the unofficial capital of northern Arizona. It wasn't just Route 66 that brought tourists to the city. Since the early 20th century, the Flagstaff surrounding 7 natural wonders Grand Canyon, Oak Creek Canyon, Walnut Canyon, Wupatki National Monument, Sunset Crater National Monument and the San Francisco Peaks were known across the country, giving the city the nickname "City of 7 Wonders." "brought in. Even after Route 66 was stopped, tourists continued to come to the city. In summer the Grand Canyon visitors, in winter numerous skiers who wagged the slopes down to San Francisco Peak, where you can also find Arizona's highest mountain: Humphreys Peak at 3851.

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34.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.2 km

5.45 km

5.24 km

3.66 km

229 m

227 m

149 m

Surfaces

18.1 km

11.2 km

2.99 km

1.16 km

536 m

140 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 25 August

30°C

11°C

41 %

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