Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Ak Chin, Arizona

This powerline trail provides access to the West Silverbell Mountain Loop from the Sawtooth Mountain Loop. Other side trails give access to the Silverbell Sasco loop as well. This is a massive backcountry area with…
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Explore a relatively easy trail meandering through quintessential Sonoran Desert landscapes. The trail is mostly smooth and has a good flow to it, with a handful of rockier sections. There are great views of the…
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AZ State Trust permit required. This scenic trail circles around the Sawtooth Mountains. It is on BLM and AZ State Trust and skirts private land. You will experience forests of cholla, saguaro, and large pear…
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This trail is found in the Barry Goldwater Bombing Range, Sand Tank Mountain Area A. A permit is required and easily obtained for free at Luke.isportman.net. Check-in and check-out can easily be done on the…
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This easy backway to the waterfall trail makes for a fun drive with plenty of stops throughout. Along the way, you will find small and large rock features that will be great for stops for…
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Take Freeman Road exit about 17 miles east of Gila Bend. BLM. Camping is available, but put some distance between yourself and the interstate. It is an easy drive, though clearance is necessary in some…
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North Waterman Mountain Trail is a narrow overgrown trail that passes through Ironwood National Monument BLM land and Arizona State Trust Land 5 miles south to West Avra Valley Road. This trail goes through many…
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This is the leg of the Vekol Wash from Vekol Valley Road, Continuing South, crossing under the I-8 Bridge, and continuing into other trails leading further south; there is also a curve to the west…
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North Pump Station Road is part of Ironwood Forest National Monument and Arizona State Trust Land. This road can be used to complete the long Silverbell Loop around the mountain. It is a smooth well…
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The Eloy Canal Trail travels along the edge of the Arizona state water system on dirt roads parallel to the water. There are trails on either side of the water, with many bridges across. Additionally,…
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Barnes Rd Entrance to BLM Lands and Trails, Barnes Rd Staging area also here on the right and left side of the trail, lots of room for truck/trailer and unloading. There is a nice view…
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This trail connects Desert Valley Road to numerous BLM trails and to the Vekol Wash, which are popular 4x4, SxS, and horse riding areas. One of the southern forks also leads to The Waterfalls Trail…
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This is a connection that links the Upland BLM Inlet Trail, Booth Hills Trail, and several nearby dirt roads. This makes it possible to get to the Booth Hills trail from Upland Street and vice…
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The trail begins as a relatively well-maintained route but gradually deteriorates as it approaches Brown Canyon Ranch, where access becomes more restricted. To continue onto the private access road, visitors must sign the guest book…
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The trail features a high-centered middle hump with signs of water damage and several off-camber sections that require careful navigation. The approach from Highway 89 is relatively smooth, with soft sand and minimal obstacles, making…
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This short drive offers many opportunities to hike along the way. There are some cool camping spots for both RVs and tent campers. You need to pay a small fee to enter the park, and…
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This is a short leisurely cruise through the desert. It is great for beginners, sightseeing, or testing out new parts. Parts of this trail pass through Arizona Trust Land, so a pass is required. The…
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The trail winds through sandy, sloping grasslands, offering a scenic drive with curving roads that weave through the open landscape. Several well-established campsites with fire rings provide excellent spots to set up camp while enjoying…
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This primarily wide and smooth wash runs from the main route of the gas pipeline road all the way down to the reservation boundary. Just before the border is a small pullout with an excellent…
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The first half of the trail is relatively straightforward, though drivers should expect some pinstriping and off-camber sections when passing through the washes. As the route continues, it transitions into open grasslands, where the terrain…
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Bajada Loop is one to two-lane dirt and gravel loop road within Saguaro National Park that has lots of washboards and some potholes. It is one way in some areas and should be started from…
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This segment of trails is a fun and easy loop to introduce exploring the North Picacho Mountains. Traverse sandy, gravel, and slightly rocky trails through backcountry cactus forests with clear views of Newman Peak. Some…
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The trail features a few gentle ups and downs, making for an easy and enjoyable drive. There are several washes to cross along the way, but none present significant challenges under normal conditions. Continuing south…
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New Power Road is a powerline-cutthrough trail that offers a smooth drive with no obstacles to navigate. Expect dips and sections of erosion that add a bit of variety to the terrain. The road serves…
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The trail features low-hanging branches, making it likely that taller vehicles will experience significant pinstriping. While the route is generally straightforward, it does include a deep-cut wash with an off-camber section that can be challenging…
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This 25.4-mile section of the El Camino Del Diablo trail takes you through the Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. The Organ Pipe Cactus section of this trail is a maintained dirt road and is easy…
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After traveling down Maricopa Road 238 and exiting on 99th Avenue in Mobile, turn down a gas pipeline road and you will find an easy trail next to Road 8054. This easy but fun trail…
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Starts off as a rock smooth road and eventually turns into a dirt road. The track has a few spots of eroded, washed-out washes that cross the trail, so be cautious if traveling at speed.…
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The trail features several washes that could pose a challenge during the rainy season, but under normal conditions, the road is well-maintained and generally easy to navigate. Alternative routes are available to bypass the washes…
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This is quite a relaxing trail with ample designated camping spots. Put on some Johnny Cash and take a slow drive. The trail starts from the main road and leads to other exciting trails. This…
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