Near Sabino Phoneline Sampler
Heading NE on Phoneline
Near Sabino Phoneline Sampler
Sabino Creek.
Near Sabino Phoneline Sampler
Sabino Canyon.

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Sabino Phoneline Sampler

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Get a great taste of Sabino Canyon in a moderate distance run.
4
mi
Distance
614
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Views
Access Issues
During monsoon season, the creek may be impassable. In that case, you can follow the Sabino Dam Trail #33 back to the road and come back via Bear Canyon Trail #29.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.95mi
Distance
614ft
Elevation Gain
613ft
Elevation Loss
60%
Max Grade
3,198ft
High Point
2,674ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Start from the parking lot headed east on Bear Canyon Trail #29. Just after joining the road, make a right to cross the bridges (signs pointing to Seven Falls). After the bridge, leave the road to begin climbing the Phoneline Trail (signs also point to Blacketts Ridge ). Climb a moderate climb and stay left to pass the turn for Blacketts Ridge. Continue ascending the Phoneline Trail but don't forget to stop and take in the breathtaking view. After just about a mile from starting the Phoneline Trail, stay left to continue down the switchbacks. Continue onto the Creek Trail #52 for about 0.5 miles before crossing the creek*. Take Bluff Trail #51 to the right for a short ascent before rejoining the canyon road. Turn left on the canyon road which will take you back to the parking lot. *Please note that during monsoon season the water may be impassable. Flash floods can occur at anytime. If Impassable continue on the Sabino Dam Trail back to the road.

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Contributors
Bradley Young