Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Peridot, Arizona

Pioneer Pass starts near the center of Globe, circles the south side of Pinal Peak, and ends on Forest Service Road 651 leading to Pinal Peak. Climb to Pioneer Pass at 6,000' elevation, drop into…
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This Jeep trail is 50 miles, including the road up to and down from Pinal Peak and the one out to Madera Peak.This series of easy, scenic roads will take you from Pinto Mine Road…
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Chilto Mine road takes you to around 2,500 feet in about 3 miles. With great views of the valley you start in. The bonus is that it gets a little tougher at the Chilito Mine…
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FH1001 is an out-and-back trail that begins near private property and runs north toward the Fishhooks Wilderness area. Access to this trail is from FH1028. The road is primarily gravel, with a couple of washouts…
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Fh1008 is a side trail off Fh1001 that runs parallel along higher terrain above the desert floor. The route travels through classic Sonoran Desert vegetation, including creosote and prickly pear. The trail is smooth, consisting…
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Fh1028 is a primary gravel access road that connects to Fh1029 and Fh1001. It serves as the main route into the Fishhooks area, McKinney Mountain, and several other surrounding trails. This is a wide, two-lane…
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This biggest portion of this Jeep trail is an easy and relaxing trip on a well-maintained gravel road from Highway 79 south of Florence to Highway 77 at Dudleyville. This is where you can explore…
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FH1042 is an out-and-back shelf road that follows the east side of the wilderness boundary. The trail descends a hillside to a water tank, where it crosses a solid rock platform with a minor off-camber…
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FH1029 is a loop trail on the north side of the system and begins at the end of FH1046. You can run the loop in either direction. Shortly after starting, you'll reach a cow corral…
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FH 1048 is an overgrown out-and-back trail with a packed gravel surface. It's a gentle ridge-top-to-ridge-top drive offering stunning panoramic views. From the high points, you'll see Emery and Geronimo, Arizona, Mount Graham to the…
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The trail begins off FH1052. Enter through the gate and be sure to close it behind you. Head downhill to start. The trail is lined with classic Sonoran Desert vegetation, including creosote bush, firestick trees,…
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FH1052 begins off FH1028 and is a wide gravel and rock trail with bermed edges. The road gently climbs above a wash, crossing a cattle guard early on. The surface is rocky gravel, lined with…
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Fh1063 is a short out-and-back trail located near the start of the main route. The trail quickly drops into a wash, where you can take a small side hike in the wash through a small,…
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This scenic trail takes you on a winding journey through the rugged desert landscapes of southern Arizona, offering stunning views of mountain peaks as it meanders along. Starting in State Trust land, the trail leads…
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Fh1071 is an out-and-back wash trail that winds through Box Canyon. The trail starts wide and gradually narrows about half a mile in. The canyon features multiple tracks, sandy gravel, and rocks ranging from 6…
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A very enjoyable backcountry Jeep trail from SR 288 (Young Road) just north of Roosevelt Lake back to SR 288 north of Young. This trip stays east of the Sierra Ancha Wilderness and skirts the…
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A fairly easy road to an old cabin at the edge of the Sierra Ancha Wilderness. The cabin is in good shape and even has a few canned goods and (empty) booze bottles.You can take…
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This is a short trail to a very cool abandoned house. You will see the house as the Young Road starts to climb toward the mountains. It must have been quite a property in its…
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A trail to some historical graves and a fantastic viewpoint. A pretty drive even if you don't care for the history, but we recommend checking the history section below. From US 60, go directly across…
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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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The road up to the mines is through heavy timber with recently burned areas in the upper section, and can easily be blocked by burned trees blown down or washed into the trail. Take a…
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Just outside of Superior, Arizona, you can experience some Wild West, Wyatt Earp lore. The legendary cowboy was involved in the famous gunfight at the O.K. Corral. Multiple movies have been made about him, but…
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Begin at the east end of the airport and follow the trail to the Wagon Tracks. Head south across Queen Creek. The creek can have a natural flow of water after heavy rain, but it…
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Willow Springs Road stands out as one of the best-maintained main arteries in the area, providing a smooth and easily navigable route. This trail accommodates larger vehicles quite comfortably, including motorhomes and campers, especially in…
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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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FS 1738 is a fun little trail with a few washouts that leads to a network of other trails. The majority of this trail goes in and out of a wash that is full of…
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Freeman Road serves as a vital artery in the area, characterized by its wide track and well-maintained surface. This trail provides convenient access to numerous branching routes and trails across the scenic desert landscape. Travelers…
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This road connects Forest Service Road 83 to a network of other trails that are a little more difficult. There are some gates you will have to go through, and since this is near a…
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This trail leads to an eastern overlook of Parker Canyon. The road isn't challenging, but it can offer a good perspective after seeing the west side of the canyon via Natural Drainage Road 488, also…
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The trail turns south off Highway 188 near Roosevelt Lake. This route is a smooth and wide road that leads to a ranch at the end. Please be aware of animals. There are signs up…
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