North Control Road connects Mt. Lemmon to Old Mt. Lemmon Road. This is an incredible back-country dirt road that weaves beautifully through the Santa Catalina Mountains. The North Control Road specifically has fantastic switchbacks.

Lael

July 3, 2023

Mountain biking

Riding the dirt backside of Mount Lemmon is a local's favorite. It is often closed to vehicles and feels vey remote. It gets really steep at the top-- best on a mountain bike, but manageable on a gravel bike too.

Nara

February 24, 2024

Mountain biking

Beautiful ride! Challenging but ttly worth it

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1. Mt. Lemmon loop via North Control Road — Coronado National Forest

74.1km

08:17

2,300m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Distance 8.09 km

Uphill 290 m

Downhill 800 m

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Location: Summerhaven, Pima County, Arizona, United States

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North Control Road (Santa Catalina Mountains)

1. Mt. Lemmon loop via North Control Road — Coronado National Forest

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