- Mountain biking is a great way to enjoy the various views Flagstaff has to offer.
- There are biking paths for all levels and abilities.
- If you don’t have a bike? No worries. There are bike shops in town that offer rentals.
Here are some Flagstaff biking trails:
Little Bear Trail
This smooth one-way track is chock full of great views and nature.
- Distance: 8 miles
- Average Time: 1.5 hours
- Elevation Gain: 1,550 feet
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Trail Type: Loop
- Trailhead: Take US Highway 89 to Elden Spring Road and turn left, after 3.5 miles there will be a parking lot on the right side; the trailhead is here.
Mt. Elden Trail
This long trail is great if you’re looking for a challenge with a bird’s eye view of the town.
- Distance: 14.5 miles
- Average Time of Ride: 3 hours
- Elevation Gain: 1,500 feet
- Difficulty: Hard
- Trail Type: Loop
- Trailhead: The trail is just off of a fork in the road after Schutlz Pass Road. Stay left at the fork and continue on. Parking is on the right.
Flagstaff Urban Trail System
If you’re looking for a trail that will keep you in town and allow you to stop periodically for a cup of coffee or a snack this trail is the one for you.
- Distance: 50 miles
- Average Time of Ride: varies by how long you stay on the trail
- Elevation gain: None
- Difficulty: Easy
- Trail Type: Walking/biking trail
- Trailhead: Trailheads for the Flagstaff Urban Trail System are located all over town.
Dry Lakes Trail
This short woodsy trail is close to town.
- Distance: .8 mile
- Average Time of Ride: 1.5
- Elevation gain: 35 feet
- Difficulty: Easy
- Trail Type: out and back
- Trailhead: The trailhead is at Flag Ranch Road and Woody Mountain Road
I am looking for a biking guide.
There are plenty of bike shops in town. One shop that offers bikes, rentals, repair service and group biking trips is Absolute Bikes.
