Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Upper Santan Village, Arizona

The Eloy Canal Trail travels along the edge of the Arizona state water system on dirt roads parallel to the water. There are trails on either side of the water, with many bridges across. Additionally,…
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Peralta road is an easy, graded dirt road. Although the road is not challenging, it still leads to great views and has plenty of turn-offs for dispersed camping. If you are into hiking, this road…
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This trail is just off Ellsworth Road and takes you right to Bulldog Canyon trail. Most of it is a sandy wash that weaves around the Arizona desert. Expect some canyon walls, with one rocky…
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Nw2014 is located to the East of Arizona State Route 79 and South of the Box Canyon trail. It connects Box Canyon to the main North/South Nw2006 trail. The trail consists of dirt, small loose…
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Nw2006 is located to the East of Arizona State Route 79. This is the main North/South connection between WhoopDeDo Roller Coaster and Box Canyon trails. This dirt trail is wide and suitable for full-size vehicles.…
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Nw2230 is located to the East of AZ State Route 79 and North of the Box Canyon trail. Coming from Box Canyon, it is a little difficult to find at first because of the dirt…
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Nw2233 is located to the East of Arizona State Route 79 and South of the Box Canyon trail. This side trail connects Nw2006 to Nw2014 and consists of dirt and small rocks. It is a…
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Nw2006a is located to the East of Arizona State Route 79 and South of the Box Canyon trail. This is a side trail to the main North/South Nw2006 trail. The trail consists of dirt and…
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This is a short leisurely cruise through the desert. It is great for beginners, sightseeing, or testing out new parts. Parts of this trail pass through Arizona Trust Land, so a pass is required. The…
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This segment of trails is a fun and easy loop to introduce exploring the North Picacho Mountains. Traverse sandy, gravel, and slightly rocky trails through backcountry cactus forests with clear views of Newman Peak. Some…
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A relatively flat, bumpy trail leads to the First Water Trailhead and access to the beautiful Superstition Wilderness. Four-wheel drive is not required, however, several washes exist on the trail that are prone to drastic…
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AZ State Trust permit required. This scenic trail circles around the Sawtooth Mountains. It is on BLM and AZ State Trust and skirts private land. You will experience forests of cholla, saguaro, and large pear…
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This is a main North/South trail through Arizona State Trust Land connecting Upper Woodpecker to WhoopDeDo Roller Coaster. This is a wide dirt road suitable for 2WD vehicles with plenty of room to pass. Large…
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This easy backway to the waterfall trail makes for a fun drive with plenty of stops throughout. Along the way, you will find small and large rock features that will be great for stops for…
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Side Quest offers one of the most scenic and geologically striking off-road experiences in the Sonoran Desert. This iconic route winds through narrow, rock-walled canyons and broad desert washes, framed by rugged mountains, towering cliffs,…
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Barnes Rd Entrance to BLM Lands and Trails, Barnes Rd Staging area also here on the right and left side of the trail, lots of room for truck/trailer and unloading. There is a nice view…
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This trail connects Desert Valley Road to numerous BLM trails and to the Vekol Wash, which are popular 4x4, SxS, and horse riding areas. One of the southern forks also leads to The Waterfalls Trail…
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This is a connection that links the Upland BLM Inlet Trail, Booth Hills Trail, and several nearby dirt roads. This makes it possible to get to the Booth Hills trail from Upland Street and vice…
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This trail consists of dirt and rock. It is on the BLM side and borders Arizona State Trust Land. It connects the main East and West arteries to a small wash. When guided, travelling West…
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This is a small wash consisting of dirt and rock. There are a few low-hanging trees and a landslide from the adjacent cliff partially blocking the wash. Mid-size and full-size vehicles can still pass, with…
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Whitlow Ranch is an easy trail with great views of the mountains and the surrounding desert. There are a lot of wild animals in this area, giving you the chance to see deer, coyotes, javelina,…
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This dirt bike trail is a true singletrack through the BLM land north of Interstate 8, compared to the many wide wash trails. It goes through a flat desert terrain for 0.8 miles, on a…
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This wide and easily navigable powerline trail offers a smooth ride through the Arizona desert. With gentle, rolling terrain and no major obstacles, it's an ideal route for a relaxed off-road experience. The open path…
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This is a fun little offshoot trail that leads down to a water tank and then to a wash. The trail is narrow, so full-size vehicles will get some deep scratches. There are no obstacles…
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This is a fun dirt bike trail through BLM land near the Hawk Hills. Although less than a mile long, it has some fun rocky sections that make it more interesting for the average rider.…
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The trail is narrow with few areas to pass. There is a lot of cholla, saguaro, and ocotillo in this area. Spring and fall are great times to do this trail as the desert is…
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Access Junction is a narrow, sandy trail that offers a fun, curvy ride with plenty of twists to keep things interesting. While tight in some sections, the route remains obstacle-free, making it an enjoyable drive…
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This is a 2.2-mile-long desert trail through the BLM land north of the Table Top Wilderness and Interstate 8. The east end of the trail departs from a more major desert road (Bh1271), and it…
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This is a road-width trail through BLM land that connects BLM route Bh1367 to private property. The trail is unmarked and looks like it gets used by full-width vehicles. It is a mix of sand…
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This is a 1.3-mile-long segment of primitive dirt bike trail through BLM land, accessed off of BLM Route 1273. The trail is lightly trafficked and faint at times, and will require some good navigation and…
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