Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Mayer, Arizona

This trail lives up to its name with sharp, steep hills that dive into dry washes. As you pass over these washes, you quickly ascend back up another mountain. This trail follows a natural gas…
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Grapevine road is a rocky, sandy, and gravel mixed surface road that runs through Prescott National Forest. There is a gate about the middle of the trail, please remember to close it behind you. The…
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Copper Road is a well-maintained dirt road that stretches from Highway 69 to the Agua Fria River. This road is an enjoyable, smooth drive and snakes North from Mayer, Arizona. There are lots of graded…
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This trail is entirely on BLM land and is a maintained dirt road. There are a few very small rutted areas but nothing to worry about. There will possibly be cattle on this trail so…
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This trail is a well-maintained dirt road that connects to Copper Road and travels to the East. There are several somewhat steep parts while traversing this trail but nothing too serious. The trail is pretty…
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This trail starts on the south side of FS Road 87a and immediately crosses Grapevine Creek which is the biggest obstacle on this trail. The trail then leads to a green gate that you need…
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Jagged Tooth Hills is a relatively easy trail that makes a semi-loop. There are a few areas that have ruts from precipitation run-off. As you traverse this trail, you will see oddly shaped hills giving…
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This short semi-circle is a fun and somewhat maintained dirt trail. The road is fairly even but looks to be a muddy mess if there has been any moderate moisture. Use caution; there are lots…
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This well-graded gravel road snakes through the Prescott National Forest and ends at an intersection with Senator Highway. The trail takes you through lower-elevation desert hills to higher-elevation ponderosa pine forests. There are a few…
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Breezy Pines Road climbs over 2,000 feet of elevation through Prescott National Forest's Bradshaw Mountains. The total mileage for this trail is just under 10 miles long and ends at the junction with the Mount…
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This trail is described as laid-back and easy-going. It is well-maintained, with some small bumpy areas. As you travel northeast, you will pass a tank that is under construction. You will pass two gates, one…
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Forest Service Road 87B is a pretty laid-back dirt trail that has several small washes and ruts to cross. The biggest rut is on the northern portion of this trail near a livestock water tank…
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Forest Service Road 9262H stretches just over a mile long and travels southwest. The beginning of this trail starts by an old windmill and corral. You will pass a fence gate, you must open and…
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This route takes you from the small town of Mayer to an intersection with the main Crown King Road. This route stretches over 10.5 miles and has nice panoramic views most of the way. You…
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The road to Stoddard Mine is a short trail but very steep in areas. The beginning of this trail starts off of Copper Road Connector and quickly starts to climb through junipers. As you are…
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North Blue Bell Road is a maintained dirt trail that looks to be very muddy after a good rain or snow. This trail starts just off of the North Entrance to Crown King Road guided…
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Windmill Way rolls through the foothills South and Southeast of Copper Mountain. This trail will take you from higher-elevation junipers to a lower-elevation desert landscape. The Western section of this trail has a dirt surface…
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Copper Mountain is a very laid-back and scenic trail. As you traverse up towards Copper Mountain, you will have to open and close a gate. From that gate, the trail climbs to the foot of…
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It is a winding, mellow trail with rocky terrain and mild erosion. Expect one-lane travel with occasional ditch and wash crossings that add variety to the route. There is the typical rocky and water-damaged terrain,…
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The beginning of this trail starts as a maintained dirt road that turns to the northwest. After this maintained dirt road, it starts to get rougher and begins to gain elevation. There are a few…
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This trail is short and takes you through the southeast foothills of Copper Mountain. The overall surface of this trail is dirt, with some rutted areas accompanied by loose rocks and small rock outcroppings. You…
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This short but fun trail connects to the Little Wolf Creek guided trail, which is a single-track trail. The majority of Forest Road 9213B is rocky and rutted. There is a short hill climb with…
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BC1012 is a rugged and rocky trail that becomes especially challenging near the mine, where erosion, washouts, and ledges are at their worst. The route features hilly terrain with loose climbs that require careful throttle…
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This trail is a well-maintained road that goes through the rolling hills of north-central Arizona. Most of this trail is on Arizona State Land which requires a permit for recreation like camping. The trail crosses…
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BC1036 is a rocky trail featuring erosion, loose hills, and washouts along the route. The terrain requires careful navigation, especially on climbs where loose rock can affect traction. While the trail presents some challenges, it…
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This historic mining route offers a rugged trek through narrow, rocky terrain with frequent wash and ditch crossings. Expect erosion, small ledges, and off-camber sections that add to the challenge. The road winds through remote…
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This dusty and rocky trail takes you across the Big Bug Mesa in the Bradshaw Mountains. The first part of this trail is a maintained gravel road that turns into a rocky and bumpy dirt…
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South Big Bug Mesa Outlook is a very easy and short guided trail. It connects with the Big Bug Mesa Guided Trail and leads to a beautiful outlook over the Bradshaw Mountains. The trail's surface…
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The Way Out is a scenic ridgeline connector trail with curvy gravel terrain and an easygoing drive. With no obstacles along the route, it provides a smooth transition between trails. Cell service is available in…
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BC1098 is a rugged, one-lane trail that weaves through hills with increasing difficulty as you head south. Erosion and loose rock create challenging sections, with scree-covered slopes adding to the technical nature of the route.…
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