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Tucson, AZ: 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo

Sinuous desert singletrack, cactus-lined climbs, and a slickrock drop option highlight the 16-mile course of 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo just north of Tucson.

Tucson, AZ: Aspen Draw / Meadow Loop

Escape the Tucson heat with this 7.5-mile lollipop loop that tops out with a tree-specked slalom on the slopes of Mount Lemmon.

Tucson, AZ: BICAS Bike-in Movie

A hand-waving, bell-ringing bicycle affair, this mellow monthly ride cruises 3-5 miles through downtown Tucson and ends with an outdoor film—one cycling cameo guaranteed.

Tucson, AZ: Milagrosa Loop

Testing stamina and skills, this 36-mile mountain bike epic rewards with a finishing descent along Tucson's famous La Milagrosa ridgeline trail.

Tucson, AZ: Mount Lemmon and Saguaro National Park

The 27-mile ride up Mount Lemmon is a Tucson classic. Finish with another: a cool down through Saguaro National Park.

Tucson, AZ: Rillito River Path

Tour Tucson's suburban desert terrain on this 12-mile stretch of bike path following the dried-out banks of the Rillito River.

Tucson, AZ: Starr Pass Loop

A boulder-studded climb, sandy-wash descent and a tour of the Tucson Mountains’ cactus culture make this 9-mile Starr Pass lollipop loop a Sonoran Desert classic.

Tucson, AZ: Sweetwater Preserve

Take a sweet ride in Sweetwater, Tucson’s newest saguaro-packed trail system. This 7.6-mile sampler offers beginner-friendly singletrack and options for more technical trails, too.

Tucson, AZ: Tuesday Community Ride

No spandex? No problem. This informal weekly ride through central Tucson draws hundreds of folks who care about building a bicycling community more than a paceline.

Tucson: Bog Springs Loop

Take a walk on the wildlife side on this moderate 4.5-mile half-day hike in the Santa Rita Mountains to springs, shady campsites, and pleasant views.

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Secret Hikes: Appalachian Trail

The last lonely stretch of the AT beckons from the mountains of western Maine.

Secret Hikes: Glacier National Park

Score wildlife sightings daily, choice views hourly--and at least one juicy burger--on this weeklong circuit.

Secret Hikes: Grand Canyon National Park

Surprise: This park's busy corridor trails offer a fast track to a private slice of heaven.

Secret Hikes: Grand Teton National Park

Rise above the crowds and earn solo views of elk, wildflowers, and summit sunsets.

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