The trail starts out going north around the mountain then heads uphill and gives you some good inclines with switch backs. Total incline is approximately 650'. The trail is rocky and has several different loops that you can take. It has some fun downhills as you back to the trailhead. It is a great after work trail. Some fun riding in less than an hour if you don't have lots of time.
From I-17 take the Happy Valley Exit and go west approximately 2 miles to 35th Ave. Go North on 35th Ave, it will veer back east and turn into 33rd Ave. take this to W. Pinnacle Vista Rd. Turn left (West) and follow Pinnacle Vista west until it turns back north onto 39th Ave. The trailhead will be on the left.
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