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Run the Windgate and Bell Pass in Fountain Hills., Arizona

Run the Windgate and Bell Pass in Fountain Hills.

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This challenging loop in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve mixes rocky desert trail, steep climbs and runnable stretches. The Bell Pass section climbs from low desert to higher ground with views toward Thompson, Drinkwater and McDowell peaks. Windgate Pass offers wide vistas, and Inspiration Point gives a view over the city from a short spur trail.

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Bell Pass TrailClimbs from rocky desert to higher ground, with views of Thompson and Drinkwater peaks.
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Windgate PassAt 3,031 feet, it offers sweeping views across the McDowell Sonoran Preserve.
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Inspiration PointA lookout facing the city, reached by a small spur trail with benches.

The route

Distance16 km
Running≈ 2 h 07
Cycling≈ 1 h 38
Climb↑ 625 m
RouteCircular

A 16 km circular route from Fountain Hills to run or cycle, with 625 m of climbing.

Elevation↑ 625 m in total

Before you go

Start104th Street Spur, Fountain Hills, Arizona, 85060Open the start in Maps →
FinishBack where you started
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