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8.4 miles
Distance
658 ft
Climb
-659 ft
Descent
4,699 ft
High Point
-2 ft
Altitude change
4,400 ft
Altitude min
4,431 ft
Altitude start
4,429 ft
Altitude end
-28.5%
Grade max
20.8%
Grade min
4 miles
Distance climb
3 miles
Distance down
1 mile
Distance flat
Possibly one of the most popular loops for Sedona riders, this route takes you along the beginnings of Chuckwagon, connecting to Mescal (it can be ridden both directions, but locals prefer counter-clockwise). From the AZ Cypress Trailhead, head up Snake to Girdner to connect to Chuckwagon. Continue to the Mescal connector, about 1.25 miles down the trail and hang a left. Climb the beginnings of Mescal to the picturesque amphitheater. Don't let the views distract you from the trail - Mescal has a couple of spicy moves. Return to the TH via Dead Man's Pass, Aerie, and Cockscomb.
Detailed Description
Dry Creek 5 is a 8 mile popular expert route located near Sedona Arizona. This mountain bike primary route can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating. This route includes 11 trails. This route climbs 658 ft with a max elevation of 4,699 ft then descends -659 ft.
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Distance8 miles
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Avg time1 hr 48 min
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Altitude min4,400 ft
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Altitude start4,431 ft
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Altitude end4,429 ft
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Climb658 ft
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Descent-659 ft
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Grade max-28.5%
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Grade min20.8%
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Distance climb4 miles
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Distance down3 miles
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Distance flat1 mile
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![The west side from Bottom Out to Ground...]()
The west side from Bottom Out to Ground Control & more! | Mountain Biking Sedona, Arizona
trail: Mescal
48:17 | 28 | comments: 0 | favs:
May 4, 2026
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![The west side from Bottom Out to Ground...]()
The west side from Bottom Out to Ground Control & more! | Mountain Biking Sedona, Arizona
trail: Chuck Wagon
48:17 | 32 | comments: 0 | favs:
May 4, 2026
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