Stop 9 via Ajo Mountain Drive(edit)

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DIFFICULT

#19 hike out of 23 in Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument |

DIFFICULT

18.1 mi

Distance

11 hrs 9 min

Time

977 ft

Elev Gain

Overview

This is a difficult one way trail in Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument.

This trail goes by Stop 3, stop 4, Stop 5, Stop 6, stop 7, Stop 8, Stop 9, Stop 10, Arch Canyon Trail Information Board, Stop 11, Trail Information, Stop 12, Stop 13, Stop 14, Stop 16, and Stop 17.

Sights to See

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Bill Earl 3 years, 3 months ago

This is a very good gravel bike ride. In March 2022, it wasn't too hot. But there is almost no shade so sun protection is important. There are a few steep and paved sections but it's mostly pretty easy gravel riding. The best stop for a break or lunch is at the Bull Pasture trailhead, where there are shade structures with picnic tables. For me, this was a combination of a scenic ride and one of my first outdoor rides of the year (training). It's worth noting that the ride from about the Arch Canyon trailhead back to the Visitor's Center is mostly downhill, making for a nice return after the long uphills.

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