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McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Camelback Walk Greenbelt loop from 16640

McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Camelback Walk Greenbelt loop from 16640

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McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Camelback Walk Greenbelt loop from 16640

02:23

56.4km

320m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 1, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 34.1 km for 51 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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12.8 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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18.8 km

Sunrise Trail

Highlight • Trail

The Sunrise Trail is a steep trail traveling the canyon from the residential area at Sunrise Trailhead to the top of Sunrise Peak. The trail is straightforward, but it does have some loose rocks and steeper grades.

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33.2 km

Camelback Walk Greenbelt

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Camelback Walk Greenbelt is a walking and riding path that is paved and flat. It is a nice, easy urban ride. The trail passes through the northeastern most part of McCormick Ranch. Trail maintenance is done by the McCormick Ranch POA. The entire trail, from end to end, spans about 20 miles.

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48.3 km

Taliesin West

Highlight • Historical Site

Taliesin West served as the winter home of famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright. These days the home has been converted into an architectural school. Anybody with an interest in design will enjoy a visit.

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56.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.5 km

12.7 km

2.08 km

955 m

894 m

218 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

53.5 km

2.75 km

218 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (590 m)

Lowest point (400 m)

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Saturday 18 July

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42 %

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McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Camelback Walk Greenbelt loop from 16640

McDowell Sonoran Preserve

Sunrise Trail

Camelback Walk Greenbelt

Taliesin West

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