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South Mountain Preserve – Mount Suappoa loop from Rental Car Center

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Road cycling routes
United States
Arizona
Maricopa County
Phoenix

South Mountain Preserve – Mount Suappoa loop from Rental Car Center

Moderate

2.5

(3)

27

riders

South Mountain Preserve – Mount Suappoa loop from Rental Car Center

03:07

65.5km

760m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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17.4 km

Summit Road

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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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2

20.1 km

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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3

20.1 km

View of Telegraph Pass

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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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4

21.1 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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26.2 km

Mount Suappoa

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If it's not hard enough climbing about 6 miles and 2,000 feet, then how about the last .5 mile at 15% grade..! Super smooth - super fast downhills with big …

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6

30.3 km

Dobbins Lookout

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This lookout building was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's as a watchtower platform. From this point you'll enjoy clear views of Phoenix and surrounding cities. Make …

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7

42.7 km

San Juan Lookout

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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 …

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65.5 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

53.5 km

9.59 km

2.20 km

260 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

64.0 km

999 m

463 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (780 m)

Lowest point (330 m)

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