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Rollito River Path – Subaerial Embrace loop from Tucson

Bike touring routes & trails

Rollito River Path – Subaerial Embrace loop from Tucson

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Rollito River Path – Subaerial Embrace loop from Tucson

03:09

55.3km

150m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 18, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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17.2 km

Extreme Batty Biker

Highlight • Monument

Extreme Batty Biker, 2017. Artist: Stephen Fairfield. Overview: This playful steel sculpture of a bat on a mountain bike is the third in a series showcasing the role of roosting bats under the bridges along The Loop.

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25.8 km

Nature of Movement

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Nature of Movement, 2015. Artist: Joshua Wiener. Overview: The sculpture expands your attention by changing as you move through the space. As you approach, it has an inverted cone on …

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26.2 km

Rollito River Path

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The Rollito River Path is a 12 mile paved trail that runs on both sides of the Rollito River. It is a popular spot for early morning running, hiking and biking.

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27.0 km

Batty Biker Family

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Batty Biker Family, 2016. Artist: Stephen Fairfield. Overview: This whimsical steel sculpture of bats on bikes pays tribute to the Campbell Avenue bridge where bats roost.

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27.6 km

St. Philip's Plaza (St. Philip's Fountain)

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From here you can see into St. Philip's Plaza, and maybe even catch a glimpse of the fountain near its center if crowds of people aren't in the way. This …

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28.9 km

Subaerial Embrace

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Subaerial Embrace, 2021. Artists: Zach Lihtash and Troy Neiman. Overview: The artists were inspired by hoodoos and rock formations near Windy Point in the Catalina Mountains. The sculpture, that you …

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34.4 km

Sun Circle

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Sun Circle, 1994. Artists: Paul T. Edwards, Susan Holman, Chris Tanz. Overview: This circular structure built of concrete block and flagstone features eight interrupted curving walls create a kiva-like circle. …

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44.4 km

The Loop (Rillito River Bike Path)

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Also known as the Rillito River bike path, The Loop has been named the top biking path in America. The trail follows parallel to the Santa Cruz River and is a phenomenal way to reach Saguaro National Park from Tucson!

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55.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

53.5 km

946 m

639 m

193 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

43.2 km

11.6 km

585 m

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