Mountain Biking
Having access to the Coronado National Forest gives mountain bikers a chance to explore the wilderness on two wheels. Designated trails give riders the opportunity for a simple ride under 5 miles or some of the most technically challenging terrain for experienced adventurers. Ride through the natural areas of Sulphur Springs Valley, Fort Grant, the Galiuro Mountains, and Grant Creek.
Grant Hill Loop #322 and Cunningham Loop #316
The Grant Hill Loop Trail is the easiest travelled in a clockwise direction. On this route, great views of the Sulphur Springs Valley, Fort Grant...
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The Grant Hill Loop Trail is easiest travelled in a clockwise direction. On this route, great views of the Sulphur Springs Valley, Fort Grant and the Galiuro Mountains can be seen from the end of the first (eastern most) logging road. This is a beautiful loop trail during the fall season when the aspen leaves are turning a golden yellow. If you would like the challenge of a more difficult route, travel the outer loop counter clockwise. No matter which way you travel; the outer loop is 4.2 miles.
The Cunningham Loop Trail can be travelled as an independent route or as an addition to the Grant Hill Loop Trail. The main trail is 5.6 miles long, but there are some side trails that may be worth exploring. The trail crosses a few small drainages as well as Grant Creek.
If you’ve brought your mountain bike, you’ll find the ride moderate for the most part, with a few sections of trail that will wake you up if you need more than beautiful scenery to get your attention. If you’ve come here looking for a hike that doesn’t require you to walk back by the same route you walked in, you’ve come to the right place, too. And although this trail is designed for mountain bikes, use levels are usually low enough that you don’t have to worry about dodging bicyclists while you enjoy the view. To sum that all up, these loop trails are an excellent place to be, whether you’ve come to ride or stride.
Contact Information:
Safford Ranger District
711 14th Avenue, Suite D
Safford, AZ 85546
928.428.4150
Black Hills Country Byway
As you travel the 21-mile-long Black Hills Back Country Byway, try to imagine the first travelers on this road...rugged pioneers who lived close to land.
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The Black Hills Back Country Byway is unpaved, but is accessible to high clearance vehicles during dry weather. Portions of the byway have narrow drop-offs or are confined by steep cliffs. Do not attempt the byway if you have a travel trailer or any vehicle more than 20 feet long. Motor homes and trailers can be left at parking areas provided near kiosks at each end. Please take extra care to drive defensively on this route. Always expect a vehicle around the next bend and remember: mountain courtesy gives uphill traffic the right of way.