Sundog Trail Details

Activities
- Mountain Bike
- E-Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
Riding Area

Prescott
, Arizona
Difficulty Rating

Blue Rate
Voted Difficulty

Blue (2 votes)
Local Popularity
80 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 90 in E-Biking
- 95 in Trail Running
- 55 in Hiking
Global Ranking
#5153 in Mountain Biking [+]
- #20786 in Trail Running
- #96629 in Hiking
Trail Type

Singletrack
Bike Type

XC
Direction

Both Directions
Climb Difficulty

Blue
Physical Rating

Moderate
Dogs Allowed

Yes
eBike Allowed

Yes up to Class 1
Land Owner

City of Prescott

Sundog Ranch Trail is one of the final sections of the Prescott Circle Trail. It can be accessed from the southern end of the Peavine Trail.

To get to the trailhead from Prescott Lakes Parkway, take this road 1.8 miles to the intersection with Sundog Ranch Road. Turn right and take this road 0.1 miles, turning left at the signed trailhead for the Peavine trail. There are restrooms here at the trailhead. Cost to park at the trailhead is $2 (self parking kiosk).

From the Peavine Trail, turn left and follow the trail to the railroad bed. Approximately 3/4 mile south, follow the signage and cross over Sundog Ranch Rd. The trail marker is right across the street.

Sundog Ranch Trail begins with a climb to the first summit. This part of the trail is very well maintained and includes one uphill switchback. From this summit, enjoy the bermed turns, then a short descent into the valley. The trail winds through small shrubs and trees and approaches the Juvenile Detention Center. From here, there is the next climb which has a few loose rocks and is stepped nicely. Then another short descent weaving along the hillside to a small creek crossing, then the final climb begins.

Nothing technical here, just a gentle sustained climb to the summit. As you near the summit you'll have great views of Thumb Butte, Granite Mountain and Prescott to the west. To the east you can see the various car dealerships, the mall and Best Buy. The final descent winds you down the hill with a few tight, loose switchbacks and ends at a tunnel under Highway 69.

Local Trail Association

Prescott Mountain Bike Alliance
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week

3 rides
44 miles average

6 Months

52 rides
27 miles avg distance

All

392 rides
Last: Jun 21, 2026

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Sundog Trail Trail Reports

status	date	description
	Jun 4, 2026 @ 10:26am (America/Phoenix) Jun 4, 2026
	Jan 17, 2026 @ 5:58pm (America/Phoenix) Jan 17, 2026	Some mud still exists on the northern slopes beneath the green tanks.
	Dec 19, 2025 @ 12:13pm (America/Phoenix) Dec 19, 2025	A few damp spots on Northern slope below the green tank. Some water and mud at the South end of the tunnel.
	Nov 6, 2025 @ 8:49am (America/Phoenix) Nov 6, 2025
	Oct 27, 2025 @ 8:56am (America/Phoenix) Oct 27, 2025	Some shallow mud at South end of the tunnel.