Are you looking for a mountain biking adventure in Phoenix? The trails at the Phoenix Mountains Preserve are a gorgeous place to ride in the desert right next to the city.
We offer high-end mountain bike rentals in Phoenix to make your adventure unforgettable. With our top-of-the-line bikes from brands like Yeti, Santa Cruz, Norco, and Orbea, you can ride directly from our Phoenix bike shop to the trailhead and explore some of the best singletrack Phoenix has to offer.
Rent Premium Mountain Bike Models
Choose from our selection of dozens of high-performance mountain bikes from renowned brands like Yeti, Santa Cruz, Norco, and Orbea. Our rental bikes are primarily full-suspension bikes with dropper seat posts and high performance tires suitable for local trails. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned rider, we have the perfect bike for you.
If you’re looking for mountain bikes to demo, this is a perfect opportunity to test ride multiple bikes you’re interested in one day, or several days in a row. You can ride one bike, bring it back, and take out the next without needing to rent multiple bikes at one time. You can also put the money you spend on rentals toward a bike purchase from us. Read more about demoing bikes here.
Rent and Ride – Direct trailhead access
Our Phoenix bicycle shop is strategically located, allowing you to ride directly to the trailhead without the hassle of transporting the bike. You can focus on mountain biking instead of hauling bikes around and driving to the trailhead. You can rent and ride for your day’s adventure without needing a bike carrier at all!
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Renting a bike has never been easier. Reserve your bike online and have it ready for you when you arrive.
MTB Routes at Phoenix Mountains Preserve
The Phoenix Mountains Preserve offers a variety of mountain biking trails for all skill levels. Here are some suggested routes you can explore from the 32d St access point:
Easy Routes:
Trail 304 – Piestewa Peak Nature Trail
Trail 304 Length: 1.3 miles
Trail 304 Estimated Time: 1 hour
Total Round-Trip Route Length from 32d St: 6 miles
A scenic trail with beautiful views of the desert landscape.
Yates Lowland Loop
Estimated Time: 2-3 hours
Total Round-Trip Route Length from 32d St: 6.4 miles
A nice loop that stays mainly in the lower areas with mountain views all around!
Trail 220 – Dreamy Draw Nature Trail
Trail 220 Length: 1.5 miles
Trail 220 Estimated time: 1 hour
Total Round-Trip Route Length from 32d St access point: 3-5 miles depending on exact trails chosen
Total Route Estimated Time: 2 hours
Min/Max elevation: 1380ft / 1580ft
This is a short, easy to intermediate loop trail off the 100 trail. Doing a loop ride around the 220 and mixing up the stretches of unnamed trails and the 100 trail will give you a quick ride with a variety of terrain. Perfect for demoing a bunch of different mountain bikes in one day!
Medium Routes:
Trail 100
Trail 100 Length: 11 miles
Trail 100 Estimated Time: 2-3 hours each direction
Total Round-Trip Route Length from 32d St: About 20 miles
Min/Max elevation: 1290ft / 2080ft
Trail 100 is the first trail you’ll come across from the 32d St trail access point near our shop. It’s a mixed-use trail that’s also open to hikers and horses. The southern section (near 32d St) is rockier and has more elevation gain and loss. The northern section is easier and flatter. Ride as far as you like and check harder side trails as inspiration hits!
Trail 302 – Freedom Trail (Piestewa Peak loop trail)
Trail 302 Length: 3.9 miles
Trail 302 Estimated Time: 1.5-2 hours
A nice loop trail that offers a mix of moderate climbs and descents, providing a fun challenge for intermediate riders. It also includes an extra challenging section near the summit spur trail. It’s easy to access from the 32d St trail access point. You can take the Summit trail out-and-back from the midpoint of this trail.
Hard Routes:
Trail 300 – Piestewa Peak Summit Trail
Total Round-Trip Route Length from 32d St: 9.2 miles
Trail 300 Estimated Time: 2 hours
Total Estimated Route Time: Full Day
For experienced riders, this trail spur offers a steep, technical climb with rewarding panoramic views at the summit. It’s more of a hiking trail than a biking trail, so know what you’re getting yourself into if you plan to go here. Some sections may require hiking your bike. Route: Unnamed trails, 100 west, 1a east, VOAZ south to, 302 south, Piestewa Peak spur trail.
Trail 150 – Lookout Mountain Summit Trail
Trail 150 Length: 2.2 miles
Trail 150 Estimated Time: 2-3 hours
Total Route Time: Full Day
Only for a big adventure day! This challenging trail features steep climbs and rocky terrain for those seeking a dose of adrenaline. To access it from Airpark, you’ll have to bike most of Trail 100 and connector trail 25, or take a different route into the PMP by going west from the store.
Ready to hit the trails? Book your mountain bike rental now and experience the best of Phoenix mountain biking.
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