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4,738 ft
Distance
7 ft
Climb
-8 ft
Descent
00:10:46
Avg time
1 ft
Altitude change
1,159 ft
Altitude min
1,170 ft
Altitude max
1,169 ft
Altitude start
1,171 ft
Altitude end
-1.7%
Grade max
5.2%
Grade min
1,522 ft
Distance climb
853 ft
Distance down
2,116 ft
Distance flat
00:10:46
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Canal Path Details
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Riding AreaPapago Park
Tempe, Arizona -
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Local Popularity15 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 85 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
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Trail TypeMixed
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Bike TypeGravel
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Dogs AllowedYes
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Land OwnerCities of Phoenix and Tempe, Arizona
This is a dirt path along the canal.
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Directions to canal-path trailhead
(33.439500, -111.930850)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Canal Path
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Where is Canal Path located?
Canal Path is located in Papago Park, Tempe, Arizona, United States. It is part of the Papago Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 33.4395, -111.93085.
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What is the elevation gain for Canal Path?
Canal Path has 7 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 8 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,159 ft to 1,170 ft.
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Is Canal Path a point to point trail?
Canal Path is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is mixed.
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How long is Canal Path?
Canal Path is 4,738 ft long. The trail type is mixed.
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