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Pemberton Trail – Jackass Junction loop from Staging Area;Mcdowell Competitive Track

Routes
Mountain biking trails
United States
Arizona
Maricopa County

Pemberton Trail – Jackass Junction loop from Staging Area;Mcdowell Competitive Track

Hard

3.2

(4)

48

riders

Pemberton Trail – Jackass Junction loop from Staging Area;Mcdowell Competitive Track

05:07

57.6km

650m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 19, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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28.3 km

Pemberton Trail

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The Pemberton Trail is predominantly smooth singletrack, making it ideal for cross-country riders seeking a moderate challenge. With about 785 feet of elevation gain, the trail combines gentle climbs and …

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2

29.6 km

Jackass Junction

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Here you can rest, relax, and take in the breathtaking scenery. A sheltered park bench with a map board awaits, offering the perfect spot to plan your next adventure with five different trail options to choose from.

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3

37.8 km

Pemberton Trail Double-Track

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There are a handful of sections with double-track trail on the Pemberton Trail loop, but they aren't your classic double-track. Sometimes the trail gets really smooth and wide, but it …

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4

40.8 km

The Zen Zone

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At the trail junction you’ll come across a wooden shelter with a picnic bench and tool station. The perfect place to sort mechanicals and take 5 minutes.

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5

52.1 km

Pemberton Pond

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Pemberton Pond is a very small pond within McDowell Mountain Regional Park. It is viewable from Pemberton Trail.

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6

53.3 km

The desert seems to stretch on forever at the intersection of the Granite and Pemberton trails.

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B

57.6 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

53.3 km

2.87 km

1.46 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

52.4 km

3.64 km

1.60 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (750 m)

Lowest point (480 m)

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Saturday 9 May

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