SCOTTSDALE BIKE TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Two Hours Among Towering Cacti: A Private Mountain-Bike Run in the Sonoran Desert
A private, two-hour guided mountain bike tour out of Scottsdale that threads rolling Sonoran Desert trails with expert local guides and provided gear.
Two Hours Among Towering Cacti: A Private Mountain-Bike Run in the Sonoran Desert.
Arizona Adventure Guides leads private, two-hour mountain bike outings across the Sonoran Desert’s rolling trails, where riders of all fitness and skill levels follow local guides past towering cacti and mountain backdrops. Each tour is tailored to the group, supplied with mountain bikes (front suspension, disc brakes), helmets, hydration, snacks and a guide carrying first aid and a cell phone.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Rolling Desert Trails and Towering Cacti
Two-hour private rides wind through classic Sonoran Desert terrain — open washes, scrub and stands of towering cacti backed by distant mountains — offering constant, framed views that reward a steady pedal rather than full-tilt speed.
Local, Experienced Guides Who Tailor the Ride
Guides from Arizona Adventure Guides adapt each private tour to the rider’s level, whether beginner or expert, pacing the route and reading the terrain to keep the experience safe and enjoyable.
Ready-to-Ride Equipment and Basic Comforts Provided
Riders are supplied with mountain bikes featuring front suspension and disc brakes, plus helmets, backpacks, water, snacks, sunglasses and sunscreen so you can focus on the trail rather than logistics.
What the day feels like
What the Two-Hour Ride Feels Like
The outing unfolds as a private, instructor-led loop: a short meeting and gear check, a steady progression across desert singletrack and doubletrack, a brief stop for hydration and snacks provided by the guide, then a measured return to the trailhead — all paced to the group’s experience and fitness.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Tours are two hours long; arrive at the trailhead prepared to ride for the scheduled two-hour window.
Operator supplies mountain bikes with front suspension and disc brakes, helmets, backpacks, cycling gloves, water bottles, sunglasses, snacks, sunscreen, and a guide who carries first-aid and a cell phone.
Dress for the weather and wear closed-toe hiking, walking or running shoes; riders are responsible for transportation to the trailhead.
Tours are private and tailored to your group. Standard groups accommodate 1–5 riders; contact the operator for larger groups.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The guided experience lasts two hours.
Where do we meet?
Meet at the Pima Dynamite Trailhead: 28777 N Pima Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85262.
What gear and provisions are included?
The operator provides mountain bikes (front suspension with disc brakes), helmets, backpacks, gloves, water bottles, sunglasses, snacks, sunscreen, and a guide who carries first-aid and a cell phone.
Who can join these tours?
Tours are private and available for all fitness and skill levels — beginner through expert — and for riders who meet the minimum height requirement of 5'.
What is the group size limit?
Standard private tours accommodate 1–5 bikers per group; contact Arizona Adventure Guides at 303-332-6262 for arrangements with larger groups.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations made 24 hours or more before the scheduled tour receive a full refund; cancellations less than 24 hours before, no-shows, or guests who choose not to participate after arrival are not refunded. Booking fees are non-refundable.
Do I need to bring transportation?
Yes — bikers are responsible for their own transportation to the trailhead.