
Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Apache Junction, Arizona
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Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Apache Junction, Arizona
Discover the best beginner-friendly off-road trails near you. These easier, lower-rated trails are a great place to start — browse trail maps, check difficulty ratings, and find your next adventure.

First Water Trail
A relatively flat, bumpy trail leads to the First Water Trailhead and access to the beautiful Superstition Wilderness. Four-wheel drive is not required, however, several washes exist on the trail that are prone to drastic flash flooding. Please monitor weather patterns before use. There is no overni...
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Bulldog Wash
This trail is just off Ellsworth Road and takes you right to Bulldog Canyon trail. Most of it is a sandy wash that weaves around the Arizona desert. Expect some canyon walls, with one rocky section and a dirt and rock hill halfway through the trail. You will need a code to access this trail. The cod...
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Peralta road
Peralta road is an easy, graded dirt road. Although the road is not challenging, it still leads to great views and has plenty of turn-offs for dispersed camping. If you are into hiking, this road ends at a trailhead for miles of great hiking. The trailhead has a restroom, but it can be crowded.
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Rolls Road
From the first parking lot on Four Peaks Rd heading south, Rolls leads you through whoops and sandy washes to a rocky road. You'll end up at the parking lot for Butcher Jones. Please note there is a closed gate at Butcher Jones, so you will not be able to exit this way. It's a slow road in a Jeep bu...
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FDR 1863 South Loop
This route begins and ends off of FDR 13 looping South through a large chunk of the Rolls OHV area accommodating access to several other trails. Use this as a connector, or enjoy it as a stand-alone. It is primarily a sand-bottomed wash. Monitoring weather before arrival is recommended, as flash flo...
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FDR 1811
FDR 1811 is one of many sandy wash roads available in the Rolls OHV off-road area, comprised primarily of sand and flowing turns. The route is an alternative connection between FDR 1813 and FDR 13. This trail has been re-routed east of its original track for restoration efforts. Flash flooding and i...
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Black Cross Butte
Dirt trail winds through the beautiful desert landscape, offering dramatic views of canyons, desert flora, and the rugged mountains surrounding you. The trail includes sections of uneven, rocky terrain with occasional washes, and in some places, there are steep drop-offs on either side of the trail....
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Cottonwood
Cottonwood Road is a rough and rocky double-track into the Four Peaks Wilderness. The route is continuous loose rock until the Soldier Camp Trailhead, where it gives way to some easier dirt road driving. There are minor switchback turns, climbs, and ascents, however, the trail is not difficult, as i...
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MT-1808
This is a short 2.6-mile point-to-point trail in the Rolls OHV trail network. It connects MT-13 on the north end to FDR-1863 on the south end. This is a narrow twisting sand wash with high hills on both sides. The road surface is loose and deep sand and gravel with high-banked tight turns. The trail...
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MT-1832
This is a short 2.8-mile point-to-point trail in the Rolls OHV trail network. It connects Cline Cabin Road (4 Peaks Road) on the north end to MT-13 on the south end. The road surface is hard-packed dirt with a thin top layer of sand and gravel. It is incredibly "whooped up" with big dry puddle holes...
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Sycamore Overlook Trail
This is a fun and quick trail with great views, perfect for a relaxing trail ride. The northern half of this trail brings you up onto a fin with spectacular views of both the Sycamore area and the 4 Peaks Wilderness, giving it its name. There are several steep climbs/descents on this half of the tra...
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J/K Trail
This bypass branches directly off the popular Montana Mountain Loop, providing a scenic and engaging connector route to the backside of Queen Valley within the Tonto National Forest. This trail is an exceptional training ground for novice off-roaders looking to advance their technical driving skills...
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Nw2230
Nw2230 is located to the East of AZ State Route 79 and North of the Box Canyon trail. Coming from Box Canyon, it is a little difficult to find at first because of the dirt bike play area. The trail is a mix of single track and wash. Not suitable for full-size vehicles. Pinstriping is imminent and lo...
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79C
This is a fun little trail off of Apache Trail that takes you to the Apache Lake Marina. The road is narrow and goes through a sandy wash. Watch out for wild animals, as there are deer, big horn sheep, and javalina in the area. There are a lot of blind corners, so be cautious. Fun alternative way to...
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Nw2014
Nw2014 is located to the East of Arizona State Route 79 and South of the Box Canyon trail. It connects Box Canyon to the main North/South Nw2006 trail. The trail consists of dirt, small loose rocks, and minor ruts. Full-size vehicles are susceptible to pinstriping. One bar of Verizon LTE service was...
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Apache Trail
The historic Apache Trail, also known as Highway 88, now reopened after years of closure due to rockslides, is a must-drive route rich in Arizona history and stunning desert scenery. Over 100 years old, this scenic byway offers a more direct and visually rewarding path to Apache Lake, bypassing the ...
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Nw2233
Nw2233 is located to the East of Arizona State Route 79 and South of the Box Canyon trail. This side trail connects Nw2006 to Nw2014 and consists of dirt and small rocks. It is a single track with places to pass. Pinstriping is possible for full-size vehicles. One bar of Verizon LTE service was avai...
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Nw2006a
Nw2006a is located to the East of Arizona State Route 79 and South of the Box Canyon trail. This is a side trail to the main North/South Nw2006 trail. The trail consists of dirt and small rocks. It is wide and suitable for full-size vehicles. One bar of Verizon LTE service was available.
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Nw2030
This trail consists of dirt and rock. It is on the BLM side and borders Arizona State Trust Land. It connects the main East and West arteries to a small wash. When guided, travelling West in the wash will bring you to an open gate to Arizoa State Trust Land. Note: Arizona State Trust Land requires a...
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Nw2006
Nw2006 is located to the East of Arizona State Route 79. This is the main North/South connection between WhoopDeDo Roller Coaster and Box Canyon trails. This dirt trail is wide and suitable for full-size vehicles. There are plenty of large campsites suitable for large trailers and RVs on the sides. ...
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Beginner ATV trails near Apache Junction, Arizona
Explore ATV-friendly trails near you. These trails are accessible for vehicles up to 50 inches wide, perfect for ATVs and smaller off-road machines.

Bulldog Wash
This trail is just off Ellsworth Road and takes you right to Bulldog Canyon trail. Most of it is a sandy wash that weaves around the Arizona desert. Expect some canyon walls, with one rocky section and a dirt and rock hill halfway through the trail. You will need a code to access this trail. The cod...
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Peralta road
Peralta road is an easy, graded dirt road. Although the road is not challenging, it still leads to great views and has plenty of turn-offs for dispersed camping. If you are into hiking, this road ends at a trailhead for miles of great hiking. The trailhead has a restroom, but it can be crowded.
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Rolls Road
From the first parking lot on Four Peaks Rd heading south, Rolls leads you through whoops and sandy washes to a rocky road. You'll end up at the parking lot for Butcher Jones. Please note there is a closed gate at Butcher Jones, so you will not be able to exit this way. It's a slow road in a Jeep bu...
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FDR 1863 South Loop
This route begins and ends off of FDR 13 looping South through a large chunk of the Rolls OHV area accommodating access to several other trails. Use this as a connector, or enjoy it as a stand-alone. It is primarily a sand-bottomed wash. Monitoring weather before arrival is recommended, as flash flo...
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Beginner UTV/side-by-side trails near Apache Junction, Arizona
Find UTV and side-by-side trails near you. These trails accommodate vehicles up to 60 inches wide, ideal for UTVs, side-by-sides, and wider off-road rigs.

FDR 1863 South Loop
This route begins and ends off of FDR 13 looping South through a large chunk of the Rolls OHV area accommodating access to several other trails. Use this as a connector, or enjoy it as a stand-alone. It is primarily a sand-bottomed wash. Monitoring weather before arrival is recommended, as flash flo...
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FDR 1811
FDR 1811 is one of many sandy wash roads available in the Rolls OHV off-road area, comprised primarily of sand and flowing turns. The route is an alternative connection between FDR 1813 and FDR 13. This trail has been re-routed east of its original track for restoration efforts. Flash flooding and i...
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Black Cross Butte
Dirt trail winds through the beautiful desert landscape, offering dramatic views of canyons, desert flora, and the rugged mountains surrounding you. The trail includes sections of uneven, rocky terrain with occasional washes, and in some places, there are steep drop-offs on either side of the trail....
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Cottonwood
Cottonwood Road is a rough and rocky double-track into the Four Peaks Wilderness. The route is continuous loose rock until the Soldier Camp Trailhead, where it gives way to some easier dirt road driving. There are minor switchback turns, climbs, and ascents, however, the trail is not difficult, as i...
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