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United States
Arizona
Maricopa County
Phoenix

South Mountain Preserve – Dobbins Lookout loop from Goat Hill

Routes
Road cycling routes
United States
Arizona
Maricopa County
Phoenix

South Mountain Preserve – Dobbins Lookout loop from Goat Hill

Moderate

3.0

(16)

51

riders

South Mountain Preserve – Dobbins Lookout loop from Goat Hill

01:43

33.6km

580m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 27.6 km for 51 m

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6.50 km

San Juan Lookout

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San Juan lookout is at the western end of the South Mountains and is usually accessible by the end point of East San Juan Road. It gets less traffic than …

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15.9 km

View of Gila River Valley from National Trail Overlook

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This overlook is at the intersection of the National Trail and Telegraph Pass Trail. You get a great view of the Gila River Valley from up here, but you do …

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15.9 km

View of Telegraph Pass

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This spot is located right off the main road and is perfect place to take a quick break and recharge. Sit on the bench, take in the sights and relish …

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16.9 km

South Mountain Preserve

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South Mountain Preserve is one of the largest urban parks in North America and is the largest in the United States at more than 16,000 acres. It is designated as a Phoenix Point of Pride.

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20.5 km

Buena Vista Lookout

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If you want to tackle the National Trail, start at Pima Canyon Trailhead and climb the National Trail until you reach Buena Vista Lookout. Then turn around and enjoy the downhill.

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23.5 km

Mount Suappoa

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If it's not hard enough climbing about 6 miles and 2,000 feet, then how about the last .5 mile at 15% grade..! Super smooth - super fast downhills with big …

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27.6 km

Dobbins Lookout

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This lookout building was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's as a watchtower platform. From this point you'll enjoy clear views of Phoenix and surrounding cities. Make …

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27.6 km

Dobbins Lookout

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This lookout building was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's as a watchtower platform. From this point you'll enjoy clear views of Phoenix and surrounding cities. Make …

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33.6 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

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33.2 km

262 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

33.6 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (780 m)

Lowest point (370 m)

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