Scottsdale Greenbelt E-Bike Tour: 20-Mile Ride Four Cities

Fat-tire e-bikes let you cover 20 miles of desert and waterway without the strain of a road bike.

This guided e-bike tour covers 18–20 miles through Scottsdale, Tempe, and Papago Park, following the Greenbelt pathways, the Arizona Canal, and the Salt River corridor. The 2–3 hour ride is designed for confident, above-average riders and includes e-bike rental, helmet, and face guard. Your guide stops to share stories about the parks, the 1965 Greenbelt decision that shaped Scottsdale's center, and the Valley of the Sun's geography, with several photo opportunities along the way.

Step-by-step itinerary

E-bike tour of Scottsdale Greenbelt

• Learn to ride and operate e-bike
• Ride Greenbelt bike pathways
• Tour Tempe Town Lake area
• Explore Papago Park and Hole in the Rock
• View wildlife at Phoenix Zoo
• Stop for photos at scenic spots
• Hike 10 minutes to rock formation viewpoint
• Visit first Governor's burial site

The experience

The tour starts with instruction on how to ride and operate the e-bike, then moves onto the pathways. You'll pedal through the Scottsdale Greenbelt (the 1965 greenway that channels water through the city's heart to the Salt River), and follow it as it connects to Tempe Town Lake. The pace keeps moving, with a few well-timed stops for the stories and local highlights your guide knows. The route takes you past the Arizona Canal, through views of the Valley of the Sun, and into Papago Park, where you can see the Hole in the Rock formation and the Phoenix Zoo's animals from the trail.

Papago Park offers a short 10-minute hike to the top of the rock formation for 360-degree views, and the guide will point out landmarks like A Mountain at ASU and the Mill Avenue historic district across Tempe Town Lake. The e-bikes are fat-tire, pedal-assisted models that handle the desert terrain and reduce the effort needed to cover the distance. Stops are built in for photos and to catch your breath, not to rush through the sights. You'll see where Arizona's first governor was buried and learn about the Sonoran Desert as you ride.

The tour works best if you're comfortable on a bike and can handle a confident pace over 2–3 hours. Public transportation is available near the starting point if you need it to get there. The guide speaks English and leads the group, so you're not navigating or timing the stops yourself. The route and the pacing are handled.

What’s included

• E-bike rental with pedal-assist fat-tire bike.
• helmet and face guard.
• instruction on how to operate the e-bike.
• guided route through the Scottsdale Greenbelt, Arizona Canal, Tempe Town Lake, and Papago Park.
• several stops for local history, stories, and photo opportunities.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:30 and 13:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 to 75 years) · Youth (16 to 17 years) · Under 16: can't be booked

GroupUp to 16

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Greenbelt Bike Tours of Scottsdale

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you're a confident rider who wants to cover distance without the strain of a road bike and enjoy the Greenbelt's waterways and desert views at a moving pace. The e-bike's pedal assist lets you ride 20 miles through four cities in one morning without exhaustion slowing the group down.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (16 to 17 years). Children under 16 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How far is the Scottsdale Greenbelt e-bike tour and how long does it take?

The tour covers 18–20 miles and takes 2–3 hours, including instruction on the e-bike at the start and several stops along the route for stories and photos.

What's included with the e-bike rental on this tour?

The e-bike rental, helmet, and face guard are all included. The guide teaches you how to operate the e-bike before you ride.

What will I see on the Greenbelt ride through Scottsdale and Tempe?

You'll ride through the Scottsdale Greenbelt, along the Arizona Canal, past Tempe Town Lake, and into Papago Park. The route includes views of the Valley of the Sun, the Hole in the Rock formation, and landmarks like A Mountain at ASU and the historic Mill Avenue district.

Is there a hike involved in this e-bike tour?

There's a short 10-minute hike to the top of the Hole in the Rock formation in Papago Park for 360-degree views, but the rest of the tour is on the bike.

What level of bike riding experience do I need for this tour?

The tour is designed for confident, above-average adult riders. You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness and be comfortable riding at a moving pace for 2–3 hours.