San Juan lookout is at the western end of the South Mountains and is usually accessible by the end point of East San Juan Road. It gets less traffic than nearby areas because it is farther out of the city. The scenery on the ride is great, and there is an unused shelter that provides some shade for visitors.

David Howells

January 24, 2024

Road cycling

San Juan Lookout is the highest point in the South Mountain Preserve. It is found at the most western point of the preserve, and getting here by bike is a good ride.

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1. View of Telegraph Pass – South Mountain Preserve loop from Baseline/Central Avenue

43.4km

02:08

670m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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2. South Mountain Preserve – Mount Suappoa loop from Encanto/ Central Ave

68.7km

03:09

760m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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3. San Juan Lookout loop from 10454

25.1km

01:08

290m

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Elevation 410 m

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Location: Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, United States

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San Juan Lookout

1. View of Telegraph Pass – South Mountain Preserve loop from Baseline/Central Avenue

2. South Mountain Preserve – Mount Suappoa loop from Encanto/ Central Ave

3. San Juan Lookout loop from 10454

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