Patagonia Arizona Gravel
Some of the best spring and fall gravel riding in the U.S. can be found outside southern Arizona’s small, eclectic town of Patagonia. This gravel paradise is 60 miles south of Tucson and sits at an elevation of 4,000 feet between the Santa Rita and Patagonia Mountains.
We’ll experience miles of gravel riding in the Coronado National Forest, through the rolling plain of the San Rafael Valley to the hidden gem of Parker Canyon Lake. Our route continues west past the border town of Lochiel before heading on the northern gravel roads to Patagonia Lake State Park. For birding enthusiasts, the Patagonia area is also known for world-class birding, as more than 300 bird species migrate, nest, and live in this Sky Islands area.
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Know Before You Go
What bike to bring?
Please consider the terrain and road surface when preparing for this tour. This tour’s route is 90% on gravel and 10% on pavement. A gravel bike or hardtail mountain bike with tires that are 45mm or wider is highly recommended.