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Level: Intermediate
Length: 19 mi (30.6 km)
Surface: Singletrack
Configuration: One-way
Elevation: -
Total: 8 riders
Mountain Biking Arizona Trail: Passage 40 Kaibab Trail / Fredonia
#119 of 417 mountain bike trails in Arizona
This singletrack has a fair amount of up and downs, with quite a few brute climbs involved. It generally seems like you take on one stiff climb, followed by a downhill portion, then some flat cruising to the next climb. Repeat around ten times and you have this portion of the Arizona Trail. Very pretty meadows. You have one awesome view of the East Rim of the Grand Canyon as well that is worth stopping for pictures.
First added by ricknorman on May 31, 2011. Last updated Sep 3, 2024. → add an update
Before you go
- Drinking water: no
- Lift service: no
- Night riding: yes
- Pump track: no
- Restrooms: no
- Fat bike grooming: no
- E-bikes allowed: no
- Fee required: no
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From Fredonia, AZ 1. Head south on US-89 Alt S toward Lukus Ln 29.8 mi 2. Turn right onto AZ-67 S This road may be seasonally closed 29.6 mi 3. Turn left 0.9 mi 4. Sharp right Destination will be on the right 2.3 mi
This is a great portion of the Arizona Trail (AZT) for mountain biking. Unfortunately, the description here doesn't follow the official designated name established for the passage. There is no passage of the AZT with the name Fredonia in it. Fredonia is actually not very close to the AZT. Jacob Lake is, but the passage describe here is far from both. Based on the distance listed and the reviews, it is clear that this is the "Kaibab Plateau South Passage" (Passage 40). It runs from just north of the North Rim of the Grand Canyon NP boundary (off of Forest Road 610) to just north of Telephone Hill (off of Forest Road 241). It truly is a gem of a trail with great riding, amazing views, beautiful mixed conifer forest (and associated meadows) -- all in a truly backcountry setting. This passage/ride will leave you feeling tired and very content. Subsequently, after this passage, heading north, there is the "Kaibab Plateau Central Passage" (Passage 41) which ends at Hwy 89A just east of Jacob Lake, and then the "Kaibab Plateau North Passage" (Passage 42) which continues north from Hwy 89A. Neither of these are as good as this passage. If you have a limited amount of time when you are visiting the Kaibab Plateau, this is the trail to ride. Passage 43 (the Buckskin Mountain Passage) is a close 2nd with outstanding riding, an amazing final long descent and amazing views of the Vermillion Cliffs and Southern Utah.
| Thanksome of the best riding on the AZ trail...
| ThankThis trail seemed pretty moderate, so I wouldn't rate it as advanced but it is designed very well. Smooth rolling the whole time with fantastic views. I went in late Spring and there were portions of the trail still covered with snow, in fact it started snowing lightly on us, so be prepared for that.
| ThankReally great backcountry trail. I rode it in early June so there was still some deadfall, but that didn't take away from how good the trail was. Some steep ups and downs but mostly ridable. Accessible from any of the campgrounds along the highway. Views are spectacular.
| ThankThis trail is a lot of stiff climbs followed by quick downhills, then rolls through some green meadows. There is one incredible view point of the East Rim during the early section of the ride. I remember this ride best for being decently grueling every year I do it.
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