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Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
IMBA Ride Center
Valley of the Sun
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- Mountain Bike
13 trails
- E-Bike
1 trails
- Horse
0 trails
- Hike
13 trails
- Trail Running
13 trails
Region Details
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Region Status
Open as of Oct 20, 2025Local Trail Association
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 11
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 13
- Trails E-Bike
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 13
- Trails Trail Running
- 13
- Total Distance
- 12 miles
- Total Descent
- 1,570 ft
- Total Vertical
- 598 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 2,035 ft
- Reports
- 66
- Photos
- 58
- Ridden Counter
- 2,645
Popular Deem Hills Mountain Biking Trails
• 45 ★ 3.8 • 2,392 ft • 142 ft • 237 •
Numerous wide switchbacks make there way up the side of the mountain, connecting with the upper mountain trails that are on the east side of the park. Also a good way to cut the loop in half if looking for a shorter outing.
• 20 ★ 2.0 • 187 ft • 0 ft • 190 •
The south end of that connects between Basalt and Circumference. This section descends north to south through some moderate switchbacks (not black diamond).
• 25 ★ 3.2 • 6 miles • 766 ft • 187 •
This loop has completely different difficulty levels and features depending where in the loop you are at and direction of travel. And rocks. Lots of rocks. - mileage based on elevation chart for reference (west parking lot) 0-1.4 mi:...
• 35 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 361 ft • 180 •
Not a summit trail... no amazing 360 deg view at the top if that is what you're looking for. On the other hand, an amazing workout trail in either direction for hiking/biking/trail running. North side of the mountain, good on warmer...
• 35 ★ 3.5 • 3,845 ft • 62 ft • 133 •
Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 62 ft blue climb. On average it takes 8 minutes to complete this trail.
• 30 ★ 3.5 • 2,370 ft • 6 ft • 125 •
Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 6 ft blue climb. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
• 60 ★ 2.0 • 1 mile • 46 ft • 89 •
Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
Deem Hills Mountain Bike Routes
16 miles • 687 ft • 9 • Loop •
A pretty mellow Pyramid Peak/Paloma Loop with a minor street-riding finish. Not a lot of climbing, but a...
8 miles • 965 ft • 4 • Loop •
This is a good "training" ride to do solo or with a small group
• 6 miles • 703 ft • 4 •
• 6 miles • 882 ft • 7 •
• 5 miles • 5 •
Photos of Deem Hills Mountain Bike
Videos of Deem Hills Mountain Bike
trail: Circumference
2:46 |
568 |
Jan 4, 2017
trail: Circumference
2:41 |
462 |
Dec 22, 2016
trail: Deem Hills Parkway
7:08 |
225 |
Dec 16, 2016
trail: Circumference
5:21 |
505 |
Dec 2, 2021 , Phoenix
540 |
Jul 11, 2017
trail: Circumference
1795 |
Jul 11, 2017 , Phoenix
trail: Ridgeline
1570 |
Jul 7, 2017 , Phoenix
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Circumference | Oct 20, 2025 @ 2:35am (America/Phoenix) Oct 20, 2025 | Ideal | Ampfrog | ||
| Nature Walk | Jul 5, 2025 @ 5:47am Jul 5, 2025 | Ideal | jt3mtb | ||
| Palisade - Circ Connector | Jan 21, 2025 @ 7:44pm Jan 21, 2025 | Very Dry | Ampfrog | ||
| Circumference Acc | Nov 12, 2024 @ 9:33pm Nov 12, 2024 | Dry | Ampfrog | ||
| Ridgeline | Oct 8, 2024 @ 7:07am Oct 8, 2024 | Ideal | garyclav | ||
| Basalt (West) | Oct 8, 2024 @ 7:07am Oct 8, 2024 | Ideal | garyclav | ||
| Basalt (Connect) | Oct 8, 2024 @ 7:07am Oct 8, 2024 | Ideal | garyclav | ||
| Basalt-Palisade | Oct 8, 2024 @ 7:07am Oct 8, 2024 | Ideal | garyclav | ||
| Deem Hills Loop | Feb 19, 2024 @ 2:50am Feb 19, 2024 | Ideal | Ampfrog | ||
| CAP Road Trail | Sep 11, 2023 @ 10:05am Sep 11, 2023 | Dry | 7SQTCwWN |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PeterkZ578t | ridden | trail | activity #89391047 | Feb 22, 2026 @ 4:14pm Feb 22, 2026 |
| popculture | ridden | trail | activity #88709949 | Feb 10, 2026 @ 8:28pm Feb 10, 2026 |
| AndrewE4lOtB | ridden | trail | activity #86804687 | Jan 7, 2026 @ 10:26am Jan 7, 2026 |
| andrewfif | add | photo | activity #85780757 and 1 more | Dec 20, 2025 @ 6:57am Dec 20, 2025 |
| JacobPetersen | ridden | trail | activity #84818328 and 2 more | Nov 27, 2025 @ 12:29pm Nov 27, 2025 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | Things can definitely go bad here, even if... | Oct 20, 2025 @ 2:12am Oct 20, 2025 | ||
| trail | Compared to other blues in the valley, this is... | Jul 17, 2024 @ 7:31am Jul 17, 2024 | ||
| trail | If a trials rider or like slow mtb tech,... | Feb 19, 2024 @ 2:53am Feb 19, 2024 | ||
| trail | **Note: please fully read the "Section... | Dec 22, 2023 @ 2:18am Dec 22, 2023 | ||
| trail | Water Tank > Palisade is a nice ridable... | Jun 19, 2023 @ 4:32am Jun 19, 2023 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pyramid Peak | 8 | 39 | 1 | 2 km | |
| East Wing Mountain Preserve | 2 | 4 | 3.4 km | ||
| Thunderbird | 5 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 3.5 km |
| Phoenix Sonoran Preserve | 16 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 4.3 km |
| Paloma Regional Preserve | 6 | 9 | 4 | 5.1 km |
Local Mountain Biking Directory
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Emigos Bike Shop
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Coach Kata
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Spokes at South Mountain
![Spokes at South Mountain]()
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Gnar Gnar toursShuttle Service
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Bike Barn AzBike Shop
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Gordy's BicyclesBike Shop
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | ridelogs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 13 | 12 miles | 1,572 ft | 5 miles | 597 ft | #7,980 | #3,097 | 56 | 66 | 2 | 4,490 | |
| E-Bike | 1 | 1 mile | 62 ft | 3,579 ft | 62 ft | #10,365 | #3,695 | 39 | 1 | 280 | ||
| Hike | 13 | 12 miles | 1,572 ft | 5 miles | 597 ft | #10,461 | #4,128 | 66 | 1 | 606 | ||
| Trail Running | 13 | 12 miles | 1,572 ft | 5 miles | 597 ft | #10,297 | #3,822 | 6 | 66 | 1 | 329 |
Frequently Asked Questions About Deem Hills
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Deem Hills?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Deem Hills are:
- Ridgeline (4/5)
- Basalt (West) (3.9/5)
- Palisade (3.9/5)
- Palisade Trail (3.9/5)
- Deem Hills Loop (3.8/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Deem Hills?
Based on ride log data, the most popular months to ride in Deem Hills are:
- December (44 activities)
- January (41 activities)
- November (35 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Deem Hills?
Check the Deem Hills trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
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What is the longest trail in Deem Hills?
The longest trail in Deem Hills is Circumference at 5.7 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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