Desert Pedals: 12 Arizona Rail Trails for Scenic Journeys Through Breathtaking Landscapes

Look, I’ll be the first to admit that my cardio game is usually limited to sprinting after the ice cream truck. But there is something about the Arizona desert that makes me want to actually strap on a helmet and pretend I’m an athlete. If you’re like me and prefer your bike rides with a side of “wow, look at that cactus” rather than “my lungs are actively collapsing,” then you’re in the right place. I’ve rounded up the best rail trails where the terrain is smooth, the scenery is cinematic, and