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United States AZ-88 Difficulty: 8/10

Historic Apache Trail

Carved into the Superstition Mountains past Canyon Lake and Tortilla Flat before descending the narrow, unpaved shelf of Fish Creek Hill. A legendary dual-sport and ADV adventure featuring single-lane gravel shelves, volcanic cliff overhangs, and water crossings.

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Distance
Distance
40 mi
64 km total run
Turns
Turns
175
4.4 turns per mile
Summit
Summit
2,400 ft
Pass Summit
Surface
Surface
ADV / Mixed
Difficulty: 8/10
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CARTO Dark Matter GL
Start: Apache Junction, AZ End: Roosevelt Dam, AZ
Elevation Profile 1,700 – 2,400 ft
SUMMIT 2,400 FT
Pass Summit
Apex Density Index 4.4 curves / mi
Scenic Sweeper Technical Switchback
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Tank-Bag Quick Reference Sheet

Start Point Apache Junction, AZ 33.4150, -111.5496
Summit / High Point Pass Summit 2,400 FT Summit
End Destination Roosevelt Dam, AZ 33.6711, -111.1603
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many curves and miles is Historic Apache Trail?

Historic Apache Trail spans 40 miles and packs approximately 175 curves (4.4 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 1,700 ft - 2,400 ft and technical rating 8/10.

Where are the start and end coordinates?

The route starts at Apache Junction, AZ (Latitude 33.415, Longitude -111.5496) and finishes at Roosevelt Dam, AZ (Latitude 33.6711, Longitude -111.1603).

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