Apache Junctionのおすすめツーリングルート

Blevins Trail in Usery Mountain Regional Park near Mesa, Arizona, is a popular spot for gravel cycling thanks to its well-groomed, mostly flat terrain and scenic desert views. The 3.1-mile loop features crushed gravel and sand surfaces, making it ideal for beginner to intermediate riders. Cyclists can enjoy wide-open views of Pass Mountain and the Superstitions while weaving through classic Sonoran Desert landscape. The trail connects to others like Moon Rock and Cat Peaks, offering options to extend your ride. Accessible year-round, it’s best ridden in cooler months.

Reaching the top of South Cat Peak above Apache Junction treats mountain bikers to serene desert panoramas after a moderate ride up the trail. Challenge yourself pedaling over rocky inclines before stopping at a peaceful summit bench to soak in 360 degree views. It's an easy trail most of the way with rewarding vistas at the top.

The Levee Trail follows the south side of the Pass Mountain Diversion Channel. It is a long, flat gravel ride with great views and gives the rider a feeling of the wilderness around Phoenix.

Here is a great view of Superstition Mountain. Look for the mountain's two major peaks: Superstition Peak or "Peak 5057" at an elevation of 5,059 feet (1,542 m) Flatiron Peak or "Peak 5024" at an elevation of 5,024 feet (1,531 m)

This trail offers a less crowded and well groomed experience. You may occasionally encounter mountain bikers or horseback riders, but it provides a great option to enjoy a mostly solitary ride.

Moon Rock Trail is a hiking and mountain biking trail but one of the easier gravel rides, being smooth with packed dirt, being described as "flowing easy singletrack" and tral with great scenery and round smooth "moon rocks" all around this landscape.

Great viewing spot of Superstition Mountains

The trail presents a mostly flat terrain with minimal obstacles, ensuring good trail conditions, and providing opportunities for wildlife sightings, including the distant sound of coyotes. It is important to remain vigilant for bikers since they are quite prevalent along the trail.