Name: Campbell Mesa
Rating: 4.1

“Hardtail heaven - a beginner ride through the trees that's great for a quick blast after work.”

— Almonzo Wilder

Overview

Good introduction to Flagstaff for those getting used to the high elevation. Relative to surrounding trails, you'll do less climbing and you'll get used to the rocky terrain. Nice views along the trail.

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The trails in this area are mostly buff singletrack through the ponderosa pine. The turns are never too tight, and the climbs/descents are never too steep, making this a very nice ride for beginners, or a quick blast for more advanced riders wanting to squeeze something in after work.

There are a few additional loop options in the area, but it's hard to get lost. Just follow the trail and go.

The Walnut Meadow Loop section will be more gratifying than the Campbell Mesa or Continental Loop for the experienced rider as it has more flow.

Contacts

Local Club: Flagstaff Biking Organization

Sep 2, 2017: Trail Day! Weatherford Trail maintenance, September 23rd.

Aug 23, 2017: Trail Day! Pedals v Pistons v Horseshoes v Hiking Boots, September 16th, Upper Moto

Jul 29, 2017: Trail Day! August 12th, Sunset Trail Maintenance

Land Manager: USFS - Coconino National Forest Office

Sep 13, 2017: Officials to lift closure of Kendrick Mountain area on Kaibab and Coconino National Forests Thursday, September 14, 2017 at 6 p.m.

Sep 6, 2017: C.C. Cragin (Blue Ridge) Reservoir closes for season (September 6, 2017)

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Sep 16, 2017

Karen Stockton

Loved it! 5mi

Sep 8, 2017

SequoiaMoon Moon

Beginner,beginner -learned when going downhill over rocks STAND UP.

Sep 7, 2017

SequoiaMoon Moon

Aug 13, 2017

Eric Reese

Jul 31, 2017

Yuma Cyclist

13mi

Jun 29, 2017

Ryan Keenan

10.1mi

Jun 9, 2017

Patrick Wissing

6.1mi — 1h 31m

Jun 6, 2017

James Russell

2 hours 12.9mi

Jun 4, 2017

James Russell

4mi

May 20, 2017

Shawn Nau

Oct 13, 2016

Jim Ridge

Oct 6, 2016

Michelle Swartz

Sep 3, 2016

Greg Frantz

Jacis longest ride! — 1h 39m

Sep 3, 2016

Evelyn Robb

1h 52m

Aug 21, 2016

Thomas Biggerstaff

Dec 14, 2015

Nate Woiwode

Beautiful trees and forest. Loved it.

Oct 16, 2015

BenP Papps

Sep 2, 2015

John Rames

Great Sept weekday ride 14.5mi — 1h 51m

Jun 29, 2015

Rock On

Oct 18, 2014

kstmarie St. Marie

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Trail Ratings

4.1 from 15 votes

#2

in Flagstaff

#492

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4.1 from 15 votes

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in Flagstaff

#30

in Arizona

#492

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Riding along Anasazi you come to a turn off for Mesa loop. You must pass through this gate to complete the loop.

Nice views along the trail

Flat, slightly sandy and through pretty forest.

Expects lots of rocks along the trail like this

Fun S-curves!

Views of Mount Elden along the Continental Loop.

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Great ride for beginners or just to have fun riding on the fast trails. Must get very busy after work and on the weekends. Nov 20, 2016

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10.2 Miles 16.4 Kilometers 0% Singletrack	499' 152 m Ascent -502' -153 m Descent
6,868' 2,093 m High 6,698' 2,042 m Low	2% Avg Grade (1°) 10% Max Grade (6°)
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Campbell Mesa

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6,868' 2,093 m

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“Hardtail heaven - a beginner ride through the trees that's great for a quick blast after work.”