Big Sister Trail
Arizona
Free — you'll pick up right here.
1.2 mi
Distance
282 ft
Gain
37 min
Time
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What we do know
Inside Tonto National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
Boundary data
What's missing
No access route mapped
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Trail character
- Surface
- Mixed surface
Why you'll love it
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Big Sister Trail
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 1.2 mi
- Elevation gain
- 405 ft
- Elevation loss
- 405 ft
- Highest point
- 1,807 ft
- Lowest point
- 1,516 ft
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Directions & GPX
About this trail
Big Sister Trail delivers a challenging black diamond experience across 1.23 miles of mixed terrain in Arizona's rugged landscape. This technical out-and-back route demands advanced skills as riders navigate varied surfaces including rock, hardpack, and loose sections typical of the desert Southwest. The trail's difficulty rating reflects steep climbs, technical descents, and demanding terrain features that will test even experienced mountain bikers. Best suited for advanced riders seeking a short but intense technical challenge in Arizona's distinctive high desert environment.
Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
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