Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Gisela, Arizona

This dusty, windy two track serves as a great off-road bypass into the Town of Payson. Low lying shrubs and cactus give way to pines as you gain in elevation and traverse the many creeks…
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Mount Ord is almost 7,000 feet in elevation, so it is a nice place to be in hot weather, but not so good after a cold winter storm. This trip is an enjoyable way to…
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This is a scenic route suitable for any stock 4x4. There are no obstacles to tackle on this one, there are a few creek crossings that could be deeper depending on the time of year.…
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This trail is relatively easy in a stock truck. It is a steep incline of 2.5 miles. Closer to the top, the trail has a couple of tight technical turns. Once you reach the top…
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Greenback Road is an easy dirt route winding through high desert terrain with sweeping views of surrounding hills and plateaus. The surface is well-maintained and mostly flat, making it accessible for most 4WD and high-clearance…
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This long, dusty trail cuts through the ponderosa pines and junipers common in the shadow of the Mogollon Rim. The main road is well graded and free of obstacles. There are several offshoots if you…
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This moderate trail features dirt and rocky terrain with step-like inclines, descents, and tight switchbacks that may challenge longer vehicles. As you ascend, the landscape transitions into lusher greenery, offering a striking contrast to the…
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This route offers a varied off-road experience through lightly forested terrain with sections of loose rock, ruts, and gentle inclines. The path winds through pines and oaks, creating a shaded canopy in areas and opening…
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This trail starts about 3 miles in from where Rim Rd 300 begins off of HWY N 87. The first 6 miles of the trail are on a well-maintained dirt road that is easy to…
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A-Cross Road is an easy 25-mile drive through the beautiful countryside north of Roosevelt Lake. There are wide open views of Roosevelt Lake and the Sierra Ancha Mountains for the entire length. One area of…
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Four Peaks is an excellent off-road trail for beginners. The trail is well-maintained and can become a bit dusty at times. Located in the Tonto National Forest, Four Peaks reaches a maximum elevation of approximately…
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Epic vistas and endless possibilities! This trail offers little to no technical challenge but makes up for this with some of the most amazing views in the state. This is a great route for beginners…
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This dirt trail connects the small mountain towns of Pine and Strawberry. It starts smoothly from Pine but is a series of switchbacks gaining some elevation. There is a popular hiking trail a quarter mile…
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This trail is quite rutted. Evidence of large machinery recently grading the trail was apparent, and lots of rocks lined each side of the trail. This area can get pretty muddy in spring and after…
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This trail picks up off Highway 87 and runs all the way down to connect with the Rim Road. The beginning of the trail, which is close to the highway, has several nice large open…
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This is a great trail! You can take your time to enjoy the scenery or drive quickly to reach your destination. The road is mostly gravel and dirt, with some deep ruts and mud towards…
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The route is mostly a dirt road with cell service in some spots. There are lots of short trails shooting off and good places to camp. This is not a problematic trail unless the weather…
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Very scenic drive with a great view and access to the nice creek to cool off in on hot days. This trail is very mild and friendly to all high clearance vehicles up to the…
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Coming from the north, the trail starts on the dirt and sometimes paved Globe-Young Highway 288. You turn onto a well-marked side road, NF-203. Descending switchbacks, the main challenges are bowling ball-sized rocks that can…
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This generally easy dirt trail leads to the Twin Buttes hiking trailhead. There is a pull-out parking area that can accommodate about five cars. This area is open range, and the trail passes next to…
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This trail is big rig-friendly. This is a nicely maintained wider dirt road with many large campsites to choose from. The trail connects to the main Highway 87 and ends at a network of trails.…
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This is a lovely, mostly graded dirt road that connects from Highway 89 over to the Hicks/Duncan Trail. There are a plethora of large open flat campsites to choose from, particularly on either end of…
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This short spur off the beautiful Four Peaks trail is very easy and graded with areas to pass. It leads to multiple hiking trail heads including Pigeon Trail, Lone Pine Saddle, and Brown's Peak. Pigeon…
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Deceivingly, this trail runs above Corduroy Wash up in the trees. The trail is narrower, with pullouts for oncoming vehicles to pass. Several excellent, large, open, dispersed campsites are tucked in the shade of the…
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This trail connects Highway 87 with Highway 260. Starting from the south side of this trail, the first half mile is where all of the more difficult rocks will be. All are 5 inches and…
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This route is another beautiful drive through the trees with many dispersed camping options. Two small lakes along the route may be relatively low in summer but nice and full after a wet winter. The…
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P5004A is a quick connector trail that heads South from 3456 and meets up with P5004B to the East and P5007 to the West - this intersection is a hard T and happens in a…
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This trail runs from the highway all the way to Tom's Creek, where the trail crosses the Tom's Creek water crossing. At that point, the trail heads uphill and turns into a narrow cliff-side shelf…
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Aztec Peak trail is an easy road to a fire tower at the top of a 7,748' mountain. The road follows Workman Creek while accessing several Forest Service recreation areas and trailheads. Almost any vehicle…
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***Area can have many spots that vary on needing to be street legal or not to ride on. Verify with USFS if not street legal on new changes*** This route can be dusty with heavy…
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