Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near San Jose, Arizona

Trail Ss1025 begins off Highway 70 near San Jose, Arizona, climbing a short shelf road before transitioning into an easy gravel route across the desert toward Hakel Road. The trail isn’t technical, but the shelf section right off the highway is narrow — watch carefully for oncoming traffic since the...
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BLM SS1029 is a wide 2-track trail off Hakel Road and crosses BLM SS1020 before following alongside the northbound powerline. The route is a constant series of ups and downs through multiple small drainage wash crossings, with frequent rough transitions that require the driver's attention. The trail...
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Ss1022 starts from Haekel Road, with multiple camping spots right at the beginning of the trail. In normal conditions, this is an easy route suitable for both 2WD and 4WD. There’s a nice viewpoint at the top of the downhill section. At the Y, keep right and follow the road around the hill. When you ...
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Powerline Road begins as a gravel route marked by heavy corrugation and stretches of deteriorating pavement as it nears a residential area. After the turnoff to the neighborhood, the road surface improves noticeably, though it remains loose and slippery. Drivers will pass several cattle guards and e...
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BLM SS1020 starts at BLM SS1019 and runs east and west along the Gas line above the wash. This trail is a great Connector trail and another way to skirt around the washes if they should become flooded. This is another trail much less likely to become flooded. The trail has some ruts and small draina...
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BLM SS1031 starts at a gate off Highway 70 and travels through several heavily eroded wash sections. Most of the washouts have manageable lines or bypasses, with high-clearance 4WD recommended. After the first hill, you’ll encounter a larger washed-out section that can be taken as a fun obstacle or ...
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Ss1034 runs mostly dirt with pockets of gravel as it tracks along the powerlines through the desert. Recent maintenance and grading have left the surface soft in places. Do not attempt this trail in wet conditions — the mud here will get nasty fast. Dirt berms sit along both sides of the road. The r...
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Aqueduct Road begins just beyond an unmarked gate and quickly turns bumpy and rocky, though it remains relatively level at first. The trail crosses several washes as it climbs onto the rim, tracing the ridgeline for a stretch before descending into another wash, climbing again over rocky terrain, an...
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Ss1006 begins at either Ss1004 or Ss1009. This trail is a sandy gravel trail that starts narrow and runs through overgrown creosote. You’ll notice nearby playground areas where offroad vehicles tackle short, steep desert sand hill climbs. Recommend High-clearance; 2WD and 4WD vehicles are capable. A...
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BLM PE1010 is a connection trail. A wide gravel two-track trail runs through the desert, with zigzags traveling east and west, sitting north of Highway 70. The trail is smooth in most sections; it runs along the top of a large wash and eventually makes its way down to cross the wash. Impassable in w...
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BLM PE1018 is a Wide, rocky 2-track that runs point-to-point running south from Powerline Road along the fence line. Mostly easy desert terrain with a few wash crossings and sections of volcanic rock. Suitable for 2WD/4WD high-clearance vehicles in dry conditions, with no major technical obstacles. ...
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BLM PE1025 is a smooth, wide 2-track spur off Powerline Road, suitable for full-size vehicles. The trail winds over a rocky hill with a rock berm along the ledge before reaching a scenic overlook above an old dam. The overlook offers a great potential campsite and is worth exploring, with an old hut...
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Starting off Haekel Road, this out-and-back route runs through creosote-lined desert on a mostly gravel surface. There are a few minor ruts and washouts, small but sharp. Keep speeds reasonable and stay vigilant. The trail winds up and around several low hills and remains non-technical. High clearan...
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Trail Ss1009 is a connector sandy gravel trail with a wide, smooth track. It begins at the train tracks off Ss1016, near one of the many 4x4/SxS play areas. Expect several gentle gravel hill climbs and descents. Trail passes through an open, broken gate and then follows parallel to Ss1007 and passes...
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This is a short route on a partly graded road that will take you to the CCC Camp that was occupied from 1935-36. This route on the map is very straightforward and the scenery is fantastic. It looks like there is some BLM construction or grading activities along the way, so this route may change in t...
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BLM PE1031 is a mostly flat, rocky 2-track loop winding through a desert valley surrounded by mountains. The trail alternates between rocky and smoother sections, with typical desert vegetation including cacti, mesquite, and creosote. A large wash runs along the back side of the loop, with the trail...
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BLM PE1031 is an out-and-back 2-track gravel trail starting at Powerline Road and winds through the desert north around a small mountain. The trail quickly narrows through an overgrown section before reaching a washed-out water ditch with an off-camber transition, making high clearance recommended. ...
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Trail Ss1010 follows the powerline from the start, climbing small, gentle gravel hills lined with creosote and yucca. There is one gate along the way. Please keep the gate closed. Expect a few bumps and ruts. Keep your speed in check; these bumps are small and hidden, and may cause damage. Great are...
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Trail Sa1074 is a point-to-point route beginning at Sa1073 and running east. It ends at a private property fence line and connects to Sa1075. Near the east end, there is a large washout. It’s easy to navigate around, but you’ll need to pay attention as you approach it. The trail is mostly a wide gra...
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PE1045 is a point-to-point trail that begins off PE1037 or PE1046 and travels east to west across relatively flat, easy terrain. The trail consists mainly of loose gravel with typical desert bumps and winds through the open desert, with expansive mountain views in every direction. No obstacles or te...
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Trail Ss1025 begins off Highway 70 near San Jose, Arizona, climbing a short shelf road before transitioning into an easy gravel route across the desert toward Hakel Road. The trail isn’t technical, but the shelf section right off the highway is narrow — watch carefully for oncoming traffic since the...
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BLM SS1029 is a wide 2-track trail off Hakel Road and crosses BLM SS1020 before following alongside the northbound powerline. The route is a constant series of ups and downs through multiple small drainage wash crossings, with frequent rough transitions that require the driver's attention. The trail...
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Ss1022 starts from Haekel Road, with multiple camping spots right at the beginning of the trail. In normal conditions, this is an easy route suitable for both 2WD and 4WD. There’s a nice viewpoint at the top of the downhill section. At the Y, keep right and follow the road around the hill. When you ...
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Powerline Road begins as a gravel route marked by heavy corrugation and stretches of deteriorating pavement as it nears a residential area. After the turnoff to the neighborhood, the road surface improves noticeably, though it remains loose and slippery. Drivers will pass several cattle guards and e...
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Trail Ss1025 begins off Highway 70 near San Jose, Arizona, climbing a short shelf road before transitioning into an easy gravel route across the desert toward Hakel Road. The trail isn’t technical, but the shelf section right off the highway is narrow — watch carefully for oncoming traffic since the...
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BLM SS1029 is a wide 2-track trail off Hakel Road and crosses BLM SS1020 before following alongside the northbound powerline. The route is a constant series of ups and downs through multiple small drainage wash crossings, with frequent rough transitions that require the driver's attention. The trail...
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Ss1022 starts from Haekel Road, with multiple camping spots right at the beginning of the trail. In normal conditions, this is an easy route suitable for both 2WD and 4WD. There’s a nice viewpoint at the top of the downhill section. At the Y, keep right and follow the road around the hill. When you ...
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Powerline Road begins as a gravel route marked by heavy corrugation and stretches of deteriorating pavement as it nears a residential area. After the turnoff to the neighborhood, the road surface improves noticeably, though it remains loose and slippery. Drivers will pass several cattle guards and e...
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