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An epically steep run through Bell Pass.


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3.3

Miles

5.3

KM

76%

Runnable

3,198' 975 m

High

2,014' 614 m

Low

1,194' 364 m

Up

622' 190 m

Down

11%

Avg Grade (6°)

35%

Max Grade (19°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Birding · Fall Colors · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Daylight use only.

Runner Notes

Tighten up the shoes - Knees up, toes up!!! If this don't get your heart rate up, check for vitals.

Description

This trail runs up through Bell Pass and gives a panoramic view of the Valley of the Sun. Access the Bell Pass Trail from the Gateway Loop Trail if running counter clockwise or the Windgate Pass Trail if running clockwise. This is a super trail with both steep and rolling sections for everyone. Vistas abound from the highpoint.

Contacts

Land Manager: City of Scottsdale

Shared By:

Tom Dobson

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#47

in Arizona

#903

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Photos

Looking up at Bell Pass at Sunrise
Apr 12, 2015 near Fountai…, AZ
View of Thompson Peak from the Bell Pass Trail
Apr 19, 2015 near Fountai…, AZ
Looking east from just below Bell Pass
May 12, 2019 near Fountai…, AZ
Looking west(ish) from below Bell Pass
Sep 16, 2018 near Fountai…, AZ
Bell Pass on Ascent
Apr 19, 2015 near Fountai…, AZ
Bell Pass looking over the Maricopa County Park
Apr 19, 2015 near Fountai…, AZ

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