Gravel Routes in Scottsdale, Arizona

Seven Springs Rd to Bloody Basin Junction

Gravel route from N Cave Creek Rd to F R 269, Black Canyon City, Yavapai County, Arizona

"As an out and back, you're looking at over 6000 ft. of elevation gain. Bring your climbing gears (and legs)! This route is 95% gravel. Depending on the time of year, Seven Springs Road is either graded smooth hardpack (Winter) or loose, choppy washboard gravel (Summer). Access to the road is via Cave Creek road before it turns into Seven Springs Road. A good place to park is in the clearing near the Ranger Station at the turn-off to Bartlett Lake. There is a water crossing just south of Seven Springs Campground - is it usually rideable at only a few inches deep, but be careful during the rainy season. North of the campground about 8 miles in is very remote - there are no water sources or services other than the creek at the campground. Don't expect to see anyone except the rare rancher. Bring plenty of water (200+ oz per person) for a day ride and start early before 5:30 am in the Summer months."

Maricopa Trail (BR to Bartlett Lake Road)

Dirt route on E Groundcherry Ln, Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona

"Section of Maricopa Trail beginning at SR 205"

Dan

Gravel route from N Cave Creek Rd to N Cave Creek Rd, Scottsdale, Maricopa County

Big canal loop

Gravel route on N 81st St, Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona

"This is a great loop combining some great canal paths, Scottsdale green belt, Mesa, and Tempe town lake. It's 70% gravel with a bit of paved path. Start at Chapparal park, go north along the Scottsdale Green belt, and you head down a dirt road along the canal path before turning towards Mesa. Very flat the whole way with some fast gravel sections. It's a pretty sweet ride and the majority is away from cars. "

to East Morning Vista Lane

Gravel route from N 141st St to E Morning Vista Ln, Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona

"Back route to the barn"