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View of Telegraph Pass – South Mountain Preserve loop from South Mountain Park and Preserve

View of Telegraph Pass – South Mountain Preserve loop from South Mountain Park and Preserve

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View of Telegraph Pass – South Mountain Preserve loop from South Mountain Park and Preserve

00:40

12.5km

250m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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2.56 km

Summit Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Summit Road travels through the heart of the South Mountain Preserve. It passes a number of overlooks, lots of trailheads, and even a couple restrooms, parking lots, and water fountains. …

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5.24 km

View of Gila River Valley from National Trail Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

This overlook is at the intersection of the National Trail and Telegraph Pass Trail. You get a great view of the Gila River Valley from up here, but you do …

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5.25 km

View of Telegraph Pass

Highlight • Viewpoint

This spot is located right off the main road and is perfect place to take a quick break and recharge. Sit on the bench, take in the sights and relish …

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6.25 km

South Mountain Preserve

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South Mountain Preserve is one of the largest urban parks in North America and is the largest in the United States at more than 16,000 acres. It is designated as a Phoenix Point of Pride.

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7.42 km

Summit Road, South Mountain Preserve

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Summit Road travels through the heart of the South Mountain Preserve. It passes a number of overlooks, lots of trailheads, and even a couple restrooms, parking lots, and water fountains. …

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12.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.4 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.4 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (650 m)

Lowest point (430 m)

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View of Telegraph Pass – South Mountain Preserve loop from South Mountain Park and Preserve

Summit Road

View of Gila River Valley from National Trail Overlook

View of Telegraph Pass

South Mountain Preserve

Summit Road, South Mountain Preserve

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