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Mojave National Preserve Bicycle-Camping and Hiking, Late Spring 2012 Gold Valley and Black Canyon bicycle ride from Mid Hills Campground, Mojave National Preserve: Day 6 Gold Valley Road is rutted and downhill, essentially a perfect bicycle trail with no traffic
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Gold Valley and Black Canyon bicycle ride from Mid Hills Campground, Mojave National Preserve: Day 6

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I ride past a windmill in Round Valley on Black Canyon Road

I ride past a windmill in Round Valley on Black Canyon Road

Date: May 26, 2012, 13h29

Gold Valley Road is rutted and downhill, essentially a perfect bicycle trail with no traffic

It's not very steep, but there are a few navigational challenges due to the worn-out nature of the old road. I've already dropped 400 feet elevation since passing the summit a mile ago.

Date: May 25, 2012, 13h23
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