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Balanced Rock loop — McDowell Sonoran Preserve

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Balanced Rock loop — McDowell Sonoran Preserve

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Balanced Rock loop — McDowell Sonoran Preserve

01:03

8.60km

90m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

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5.46 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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8.60 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.64 km

3.64 km

316 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.20 km

295 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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