I've been riding the Saguaro East Loop lately in training for the Tour de Tucson The "East Loop" is a fantastic 8 mile one-way loop within Saguaro Nation Park (East - Rincon District), the park encompasses an aging saguaro forest at the foot of the majestic Rincon Mountains. The park is open daily. Check out the park at http://www.nps.gov/sagu/.
Don't let the short distance fool you, the "East Loop' is a challenge for any level rider. The front half is rolling hills through amazing landscape, and the back half contains the infamous "Backside", a series of three 'serious' climbs (some of the steepest in Tucson) that covers only 2.3 miles, so you can walk it and enjoy the scenery if the need arises.
***Most fit riders will be able to handle the climbs***
And the views on the ride back are some the the best in Tucson...
I normally ride a 29+ mile route, which includes the "East Loop" in the middle. Take a look at my map & directions for more detail
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