Murray Springs Trail

2 Wren Arena Red Loop Trail E Tacoma St Charleston Rd 5 1 N 7th St Fry Blvd SIERRA V

Lenzner Rd Lenzner Dr N Coronado 6 Golf Links Rd SIERRA VISTA San Pedro River LEGEND Buffalo Soldier Trail

...... Trails Garden Canyon | Brown Canyon Trail ...... Roads

...... Trail Name

...... Point of Interest

1 ...... Visitor Center

2 ...... Van Deman Gate Fort Huachuca

3 ...... Ramsey Vista Moson Rd Campground 1 Ave Cherokee Ramsey Canyon Rd Please note: If you’d like to visit Fort Huachuca, please remember the Fort is an active military installation and 2 specifi c entrance requirements are 3 enforced. U.S. Citizens without a valid San Pedro Trail Department of Defense credential will be subject to a background check 4 before receiving a photo ID pass, valid for up to 30 days. Allow 30 minutes to Hereford Rd complete the entrance requirements. 3 Current vehicle registration and proof of vehicle insurance may be requested. International visitors must arrange for

an approved military escort in advance Rd Palominas ([email protected]). The Fort Cooper Loop Trail may be closed without notice. E Waters Rd This map is for informational purposes only. Always use caution when bicycling.

BROWN CANYON RANCH CARR HOUSE INFORMATION CENTER Visit this historic ranch built around 1880. The Carr House Visitor Center o ers displays and adobe ranch house, storeroom, working windmill, exhibits of historical and natural signifi cance. and corrals still stand. A tree-lined pond is home Close to nature trails that lead to scenic to wildlife. This is a refreshing and easy stop overlooks, trailheads, and a seasonal waterfall, along the Garden Canyon/Brown Canyon Trail. it’s defi nitely worth a stop. 1 (520) 439-6400 | 800-288-3861 4 (520) 378-0311 browncanyonranch.org Open Saturday and Sunday | April – October huachucamountains.org ARIZONA FOLKLORE PRESERVE MURRAY SPRINGS CLOVIS SITE Arizona’s music, lore, and poetry are blended A National Historic Landmark, this 12,000- to together by the weekend performances of 13,000-year-old Clovis hunting site contained headlining folk musicians and cowboy poets. the remains of many large animals, including Information | 800-288-3861 a mammoth. Hikers and mountain bikers can Reservations | (520) 378-6165 continue east along the Murray Springs Trail to 2 56 E. Folklore Trail 5 reach the San Pedro Trail. (Just o of Ramsey Canyon Road) (520) 439-6400 arizonafolklore.com blm.gov/az/st/en/prog/cultural/murray.html RAMSEY CANYON PRESERVE SAN PEDRO HOUSE World renowned, this 280-acre Nature Adjacent to the San Pedro River, the San Pedro Conservancy preserve is visited by over 170 bird House is a great jumping-on point to explore varieties, including 14 species of hummingbirds. the river and the abundant bird and wildlife it Guided tours available. No pets or smoking. supports. Nearby trails o er beginner-friendly (520) 378-2785 mountain biking and hiking along the west side 3 Open Thursday – Monday 6 of the river. 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | March – October (520) 508-4445 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | November – February Open Daily | 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM

LOCAL SERVICES INTERNET GUIDES Bike-Friendly Bike Friendly Businesses MTB PROJECT | mtbproject.com BICYCLE Interactive real time trail guide using Business Visit SierraVistaAZ.gov to fi nd bike-friendly GPS corordinates. Additional area MOUNTAIN TRAIL businesses (search “bike friendly”). trails are listed on this site. Highly These businesses have committed to providing things recommended! MAP bicyclists need like free water bottle refi lls, bike pumps, STRAVA | strava.com/segments information, and more. Look for the special decal in Search Sierra Vista for local trail business windows. segments and other local cycling information. Sun & Spokes Bicycle Shop | (520) 458-0685 156 E. Fry Boulevard, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635 M & M Cycling | (520) 458-1316 1301 E. Fry Boulevard, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635 City of Sierra Vista Police Department | (520) 458-3311 911 N. Coronado Drive, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635 Cochise County Sheri ’s O ce | (520) 432-9505 or 800-362-0812 Sierra Vista Visitor Center 205 N. Judd Drive, Bisbee, AZ 85603 3020 E. Tacoma Street Sierra Vista, AZ 85635 Hospital | Canyon Vista Medical Center | (520) 458-4641 800.288.3861 5700 E. Hwy 90, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635

Produced by the City of Sierra Vista Public Affairs Of ce 09/2016 10,000 BUFFALO SOLDIER TRAIL P S GARDEN CANYON | BROWN CANYON TRAIL 13.2miles 5,674’ High 3% Avg Grade 12 75% Singletrack 4,608’ Low 12% Max Grade Average time: 2:42 P Overview—The northern end of the trail runs through Garden Canyon Linear Park

P ANDREWS DRIVE ST FORT HUACHUCA FENCE and is a great introductory ride, suited for beginners. After passing Brown Canyon P KACHINA TRAIL Ranch, the trail gets much steeper and the Brown Canyon Loop o ers a technical .....Parking challenge with steep ascents and descents. Riders typically take the loop in a 3 clockwise direction but it o ers a challenging, fun trek either way. ....Start Point Be Advised—Brown Canyon Trail is also popular among hikers and horseback .....Mile Marker riders, so please share the trail and use caution on blind corners. Washes may fi ll 9 CHEROKEE AVENUE suddenly in the rainy season. There is no water available along the route. E YAQUI STREET Description—Heading north to south, the fi rst portion of this trail is generally fl at P and passes through some sandy spots. There is parking available at each of the road crossings, o Ramsey Canyon Road, and at Brown Canyon Ranch. Riders typically tackle the Brown Canyon Loop in a clockwise direction. From Ramsey Canyon Road turn right onto Brown Canyon Road for about a mile before turning left onto the trail. From here the trail heads uphill and has some steep spots, loose P E RAMSEY CANYON ROAD rocky sections, and areas that require riding o camber. Once the trail heads 6 back down, riders will pass a water trough. Past this point the trail is single track, occasionally rocky, and sometimes wet. The trail will continue down out of the canyon and reconnect near Brown Canyon Ranch.

COOPER LOOP TRAIL CARR CANYON ROAD 10.1 miles 6,120’ High 6% Avg Grade 80% Singletrack 5,075’ Low 17% Max Grade 2.5 Average Time: 2:10 Overview—This scenic loop o ers experienced mountain bikers challenging climbs, breathtaking views, and some tricky terrain. 5 Be Advised—There is no water available along the route and the whole trail is exposed to the sun, so bring plenty of water. Description—Riders most often park o Miller Canyon Road and start out on the Perimeter Trail heading north, tackling the loop in a counter clockwise direction. The trail meanders up and down as riders ascend for the fi rst 2.5 miles. Then the trail heads down for about a mile before riders turn onto Carr Canyon Road heading south. The road climbs almost 2 miles to Clark Spring Trail #124 on the left. From here, follow this trail until it makes a hard left and heads down, which can be a tricky S P MILLER CANYON ROAD turn to spot. The trail continues through switchbacks and along a ridge, then 7.5 takes a hard left onto Lower Miller Canyon Trail leading to a parking lot...... Parking From there riders can either take the road to the lower parking lot or head ....Start Point straight across the upper parking lot to fi nd Lower Miller Canyon Trail, which

travels northeast, parallel to the road, before looping back north and then west to .....Mile Marker reach the lower parking lot.

WREN ARENA RED LOOP TRAIL 5.3 miles 5,273’ High 4% Avg Grade Singletrack 4,918’ Low 15% Max Grade Average time: 1:04 Overview —This is a gem of an intermediate trail o the beaten path. CANELO ROAD Be Advised —Wren Arena Red Loop Trail is not well marked and mountain bikers P S are strongly encouraged to use the MTB Project app to help track their route. There 5 is no water available and the trail is exposed to the sun, so bring plenty of water. 4 Description —Heading in a clockwise direction, the trail climbs about 300 feet in the fi rst 1.5 miles. It shifts suddenly downward as riders round the fi rst major switchback and continues to descend for the next 1.5 miles. From that point on, 3 the trail meanders along at just over 5,000 feet, with a handful of technical spots along the way. Challenging but far from intimidating, this trail o ers the perfect training ground for mountain bike racers and enthusiasts seeking to refi ne their skills. It’s a fun ride that can be fi nished in just about an hour, leaving plenty of 2 time to try it again in the opposite direction. 1 Access and Directions —To reach the trail, access Fort Huachuca (see reverse for .....Parking entry requirements) via the Van Deman Gate located at the intersection of E. Highway 90 and Bu alo Soldier Trail. Continue on Hatfi eld Street until you ....Start Point reach Smith Avenue. Turn right on Smith and continue straight through the .....Mile Marker roundabout. Smith will turn into Backer Road, which will turn into Canelo Road.

Continue on Canelo Road past the Bu alo Corral Riding Stables to the right. The trail will be located about one half mile down the road on the left.

TRAIL ELEVATIONS BIKE SAFETY AND TIPS

Garden Canyon | Brown Canyon Trail MILES Gear—Always wear a properly fastened helmet, gloves, eye protection, 5,600 ft and sunblock. Test your equipment before each ride. Bring basic repair equipment, including a multi-tool, which is handy to remove cactus thorns. 5,200 ft Know Thyself—Ride to your ability and be in control at all times. If you don’t

4,800 ft feel confi dent enough to ride some trail sections there is no shame in walking. 3 6 9 12 Wildlife —Pay attention to your surroundings. Rattlesnakes, javalina, coyotes, bobcats, and deer are often sighted near the trails.

Cooper Loop Trail MILES Speed—Always keep your speed at a level that will allow you to adjust to

6,100 ft any unforseen obstacles or changes in trail conditions. Know the Trail— Never push the limits on a trail you are not familiar with. 5,600 ft Get to know a trail by by riding at slower speeds. Be aware of your surroundings and other trail users. Don’t ride wet or soft trails. 5,100 ft 2.5 5 7.5 Yield the Trail—Let others know you are coming and call out “on your left” before you pass. Wren Arena Red Loop Trail MILES Blind Corners—Slow down. You never know who or what may be around 5,250 ft the turn.

5,100 ft Stop and Look—Stop and assess trails that appear challenging. Center of Gravity—Lower your seat to help keep your center of gravity 4,950 ft on long downhills. 1 2 3 4 5 Brakes — Use your brakes intermittently on rough terrain to maintain control.