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Balanced Rock – Balanced Rock loop from Fraesfield Mountain Trailhead

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United States
Arizona
Maricopa County
Scottsdale

Balanced Rock – Balanced Rock loop from Fraesfield Mountain Trailhead

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Balanced Rock – Balanced Rock loop from Fraesfield Mountain Trailhead

01:19

15.0km

120m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

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5.56 km

Balanced Rock

Highlight • Natural Monument

Balanced Rock gets its name from the apparent effortless balance it maintains. This location provides an ideal opportunity for creative photography, allowing you to capture images that make you appear incredibly strong as you hold up the rock.

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5.58 km

Balanced Rock

Highlight • Natural Monument

Both kid and pet friendly, Balanced Rock is one of the main attractions in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. There is a massive rock balancing (hence the name) on a smooth rock base.

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15.0 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.7 km

1.14 km

158 m

Surfaces

14.8 km

158 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (870 m)

Lowest point (760 m)

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