Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Patagonia, Arizona

This trail will take you through the Sonoita area's 4,970-foot elevation, featuring high-rolling grasslands surrounded by spectacular mountains and canyons. This region offers some of Arizona's most beautiful weather and landscapes. Mount Wrightson, one of…
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The pavement ends at the junction of South Harshaw Road and North Harshaw Road, and you will cross the first of two streams running across the trail. A broad and well-traveled trail, the North Harshaw…
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The FR215 Three Canyon trail leads to an abandoned mine and has two two-track trails that lead to dead ends and private land. The trail surface is dry, dusty, and rocky, with occasional off-camber sections.…
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This track is an easy drive but can only be driven as a return route unless you drive a very capable 4WD. The track itself is dry and dusty, with rocky sections and occasional moderate…
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This is a pleasant trail with great views. It is dry and dusty, with rocky sections and occasional moderate inclines and descents. The trail has a locked gate at the end, but dispersed camping is…
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This loop trail is accessed through a closed gate. There are private ranches along the trail, and it is imperative that travelers close all gates securely behind them. After the second gate, and beside a…
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The Apache Tank Road is a pleasant, easy drive through grassland and undulating hills. The trail drops down from the grassland into a forested area that is prone to flash flooding. There are a number…
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North Harshaw Road is a well-traveled double-track route that winds into the upper grasslands, eventually connecting with the Patagonia Loop Trail. The road is generally well-maintained, with a flat and mostly straight path, making it…
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At the start of this trail is a large campsite with fire rings in an area passed often by border patrol. At first, the trail is well-maintained and flat, but that changes as you climb…
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From Gardner Canyon Road, turn left on 785 to the intersection, then go left on 4111. Follow this trail to the T intersection, turn right on 4088, follow this to another T intersection. This trail…
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This trail is a bit rocky, it rides the ridge above Hog Canyon. You will have views of the town and the mountains in the distance. You will be riding through grassy fields dotted with…
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The Montezuma pass is well maintained but corrugated in sections due to high traffic, mostly border patrol vehicles. The views are excellent. You reach the top of the trail overlooking the border with Mexico, and…
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This was a fun and engaging side trail off of Hog Canyon Trail. It meanders down the hill until you reach a gate. Be sure to close the gate if it's closed when you get…
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Start at State Route 83, head west on Santa Rita Road, riding past cattle ranches and wonderful western-style homes. Take the left at the fork in the road, which is FS 4104. Continue to follow…
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FSR 785 is a scenic drive to the trailhead in the wilderness area. You will drive through a canyon with dispersed camping areas. The ride is under sycamore, Alligator Juniper, and oak trees. There are…
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Gardner Canyon is a rugged forest road that features creek crossings, gorgeous grasslands, and a little local history. This trail is a scenic canyon drive dotted with mesquite, scrub oak, tall grasses, and cacti. This…
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This is a well-maintained and undulating trail that allows you to travel to where the border wall abruptly ends. In parts, there is loose sand along the trail, and there are many areas to camp,…
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Williamson Tank Trail is a scenic off-road trail that begins on private land, meandering through rolling grasslands and past a quiet farmstead, where travelers may receive a friendly wave. The trail starts as a single-track…
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Are you visiting family in Tucson and want to scratch that dirt road itch? Looking for a quick and easy adventure with sweeping views? Do you want to rally your family's crossover by taking the…
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Fish East is a fairly easy connector trail with few obstacles. Along Fish East, you'll discover a blend of intriguing sights and natural beauty. You'll come across remnants of old mining operations, such as those…
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Kentucky Gulch provides a gentle ascent through undulating hill terrain, with the trail meandering amidst grassy hills dotted with oak, juniper, agave, and other distinctive plant species. Be sure to check the weather conditions before…
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Border Road is a well-maintained dirt road that runs along the southern edge of the Coronado National Forest, paralleling the U.S.- Mexico border. This route is frequently patrolled by Border Patrol vehicles, and travelers should…
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Melendrez Pass is a scenic off-road trail located in Arizona, ideal for those looking to explore the rugged beauty of the desert. Along the way, you'll encounter stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys,…
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East Yucca Farm Road is a well-maintained route that descends into the lower grasslands, offering a scenic drive through open landscapes. Along the way, travelers will find numerous dispersed campsites in addition to a designated…
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Pauline Ridge begins with a steep, winding, and off-camber entrance, making four-wheel drive preferable for a safe and controlled ascent. Once past this initial climb, the trail levels out and follows a ranch fence along…
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Forest Road 183 takes you from the low desert up to nearly 6,000FT in elevation past the hiking trail heads for Elephant Head and Aguas Caliente. The route varies from 2wd high clearance to steep…
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This is a scenic drive through the Santa Rita Mountains that gets you up and out of the desert and into the oaks. Great views along the way! Coming from the east side of the…
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Short Turkey begins at the water tank at the end of Trail 4892 and descends into the canyon along a rocky and heavily eroded single-track route. The trail features multiple off-camber sections and requires careful…
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Trail 4633A is accessed through two gates at the corner of a ranch fence along Trail 4892. Initially, the route is simply rocky and bumpy, but it soon descends into a narrow wash where overgrown…
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FR 766 is a well-maintained dirt road that winds through the sweeping grass highlands of Coronado National Forest, offering beautiful panoramic views of distant mountain ranges. Along the way, you'll pass a cattle guard crossing…
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