Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Animas, New Mexico

SS1170 was originally a loop trail; however they can no longer be run as a loop. Only 2 sections have access from the north side of the train tracks, and you can only access them from SS1169. Over the track, access has been removed by the Union Pacific Railroad, and erosion has removed access under ...
Learn more about SS1170 - Part B

SS1170 section A is a natural 2 track running across the desert. Surrounded by a difficult-to-see trail. This trail is quickly disappearing back into nature. Eventually, this trail drops into a high, eroded wash and turns left to navigate around the mountain. One small section of dirt bike trail goe...
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SS1169 starts at the end of SS1167; the trail heads southwest before curving to the west. The route is a wide gravel trail with plenty of bumps, loose rock, and numerous whoops. A couple of the larger transitions can do damage if you are going too fast and not paying attention. The trail passes thro...
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Ss1168 runs east/west through Powers Canyon. The trail has several washouts and ruts; watch your speed. Trail starts at the intersection of Ss1167 and Ss1169. It crosses a very wide wash impassable in wet conditions. Potential Flash flood area. After the wash, there is a section of private property;...
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SS1167 is a north-south trail that runs along the outskirts of the Peloncillo Mountains Wilderness Area. Stay on the designated trail; the wilderness area is to the west and is closed to motorized travel. The northern section follows a rocky wash with a few narrow areas and several small rock garden...
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SS1149 is a difficult trail to find once you find it off SS1158A; then the next task is to get the knot undone to open the gate closed. Keep the gate closed if you accomplish the knot. This is a sandy trail, not deep, but sand. You will head east on a natural trail across the desert. Full of desert ...
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The Chiricahua Byway is an easy forest trail that takes you across the highest "Sky Island" district in Arizona. This trail provides incredible views of the Sonoran Desert, Mexico, New Mexico, and southern Arizona. There are ample camping spots all along this route from paid sites with toilets to pr...
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Tex Canyon Road begins as a well-maintained route before entering forested foothills at the base of the mountains. Several spurs and side trails offer opportunities for exploration. As the road climbs, it becomes moderately rocky but remains navigable. Upon exiting Coronado National Forest, the road...
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The trail begins at the tidy and well-kept Walnut Grove Campground and starts out on a well-maintained path. Grasslands stretch out to the left and across the valley, gradually giving way to pine forests as you leave the mesquite lowlands behind. The route winds through the hills and becomes moderat...
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Tex Canyon Road begins as a well-maintained route before entering forested foothills at the base of the mountains. Several spurs and side trails offer opportunities for exploration. As the road climbs, it becomes moderately rocky but remains navigable. Upon exiting Coronado National Forest, the road...
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The road is graded and well-maintained as it approaches Morse Canyon, where it begins to narrow. Charming cottages dot the route, and there are numerous dispersed campsites along a stream. The road becomes rocky and uneven in places, but there's no off-camber driving. The trail winds through pine ne...
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There is a Forest Service gate at the beginning of the trail; it is not locked, just chained. Once you undo the chain, you'll drive in and close the gate behind you. Once on public land, the trail is extremely narrow. If you're worried about pinstripes, this trail is not for you. After the first mil...
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This is a back road into Fort Bowie. It has a few overlook locations of the Fort and travels in from Highway 186. This is a historic fort that stood for years during a conflict between the US Government and the Apache tribe. To get to the fort is a short hike but worth it.
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This 7.3 mile trail begins at FS 861 (Knight Canyon Road) and US 90. The trail begins on a 2-track, full size sandy dirt road that climbs gently up to the first gate. You'll continue along Knight Canyon as it winds through a wide sandy wash. Along the way, you will pass a windmill and an incredibly ...
Learn more about Knight Canyon Road to Mill Canyon Road

This well-maintained and graded access road leads into the Chiricahua Wilderness which forms part of the Coronado National Forest, winding gently through a landscape of scenic ranches and rolling turns--drivers should adjust speed accordingly. The route follows a fenced boundary and offers sweeping ...
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This access road is generally well-maintained but features frequent corrugation, with a series of dips and rises that can create a bumpy ride--airing down is recommended for comfort. The route follows the edge of the Chiricahua foothills, offering sweeping views of rolling grassland hills and rugged...
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FS 836 leads to Jacks Peak which is the highest point in the area at 7966 feet elevation. Being the highest point in the area, Jacks Peak has numerous communication towers. This road is rough, rocky, and seems longer than it is as you bounce along. Be aware of the numerous worker vehicles of those t...
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This is an easy, sandy route through gorgeous terrain. The shoulders of the road are deep sand and should be avoided. The rocks, Alligator Juniper, Pinon Trees, Cholla Cactus and Palm Yuccas create a spectacular view of converging life zones. In Merriam's Life Zones, this area has the Lower Sonoran,...
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County Line Road is a point-to-point route running between Ss1050 to the east and SS1178. The main section is a wide gravel road that is easy for any vehicle, though it may become muddy in wet weather—use caution. The trail is lined with desert creosote and a berm and passes Haekel Road. Beyond this...
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SS1130 begins off SS1123 and goes north and south. This is a natural trail and turns into sand; there are lots of ruts and wash-out sections. Watch your speed. Winds through sandy desert terrain. 4WD high clearance needed; sand is deep in some sections. It follows the fence line; could become impass...
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SS1170 was originally a loop trail; however they can no longer be run as a loop. Only 2 sections have access from the north side of the train tracks, and you can only access them from SS1169. Over the track, access has been removed by the Union Pacific Railroad, and erosion has removed access under ...
Learn more about SS1170 - Part B

SS1170 section A is a natural 2 track running across the desert. Surrounded by a difficult-to-see trail. This trail is quickly disappearing back into nature. Eventually, this trail drops into a high, eroded wash and turns left to navigate around the mountain. One small section of dirt bike trail goe...
Learn more about Ss1170 Part A

SS1169 starts at the end of SS1167; the trail heads southwest before curving to the west. The route is a wide gravel trail with plenty of bumps, loose rock, and numerous whoops. A couple of the larger transitions can do damage if you are going too fast and not paying attention. The trail passes thro...
Learn more about SS1169

Ss1168 runs east/west through Powers Canyon. The trail has several washouts and ruts; watch your speed. Trail starts at the intersection of Ss1167 and Ss1169. It crosses a very wide wash impassable in wet conditions. Potential Flash flood area. After the wash, there is a section of private property;...
Learn more about SS1168

SS1170 was originally a loop trail; however they can no longer be run as a loop. Only 2 sections have access from the north side of the train tracks, and you can only access them from SS1169. Over the track, access has been removed by the Union Pacific Railroad, and erosion has removed access under ...
Learn more about SS1170 - Part B

SS1170 section A is a natural 2 track running across the desert. Surrounded by a difficult-to-see trail. This trail is quickly disappearing back into nature. Eventually, this trail drops into a high, eroded wash and turns left to navigate around the mountain. One small section of dirt bike trail goe...
Learn more about Ss1170 Part A

SS1169 starts at the end of SS1167; the trail heads southwest before curving to the west. The route is a wide gravel trail with plenty of bumps, loose rock, and numerous whoops. A couple of the larger transitions can do damage if you are going too fast and not paying attention. The trail passes thro...
Learn more about SS1169

Ss1168 runs east/west through Powers Canyon. The trail has several washouts and ruts; watch your speed. Trail starts at the intersection of Ss1167 and Ss1169. It crosses a very wide wash impassable in wet conditions. Potential Flash flood area. After the wash, there is a section of private property;...
Learn more about SS1168