Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Whispering Pines, Arizona

This is a great trail! You can take your time to enjoy the scenery or drive quickly to reach your destination. The road is mostly gravel and dirt, with some deep ruts and mud towards the end. Getting here is easy;the trail is just off Rim Road West from Highway 87. There aren't many camping spots, b...
Learn more about Battleground Ridge

This rocky dirt road begins with a climb right out of the gate, featuring some washouts and uneven terrain early on. As you continue, the route gains and loses elevation frequently, with several steep climbs up small hilltops. There are a few great dispersed camp spots along the way offering fantast...
Learn more about Cedar Mesa - FS 322

This trail starts about 3 miles in from where Rim Rd 300 begins off of HWY N 87. The first 6 miles of the trail are on a well-maintained dirt road that is easy to drive on and has enough space for two vehicles. There are some great camping spots with amazing views along the way. After 6 miles, the r...
Learn more about Milk Ranch Point

This long, dusty trail cuts through the ponderosa pines and junipers common in the shadow of the Mogollon Rim. The main road is well graded and free of obstacles. There are several offshoots if you are looking for a minor challenge. As this trail lowers in elevation, you'll come to Diamond Point Loo...
Learn more about Diamond Point Lookout

This trail starts very rocky with long slab rock ledges running across the road, creating an uneven and bumpy surface right from the beginning. After the initial stretch, it transitions into a smoother but still rocky forest road as you pass the parking area for Dickinson Flat, a large open meadow. ...
Learn more about FS 9385N

This rocky two-track heads out toward the edge of the rim, starting with sections of exposed rock in the road that are manageable but uneven. About half a mile in, the trail becomes much rockier with larger rocks protruding from the surface, making high clearance necessary. There are a few small led...
Learn more about FS 6033

This dirt road features several dispersed camp spots along the route and leads out to a beautiful campsite with great views over the rim at the end. Along the way, you’ll encounter multiple large puddle sections that can become very challenging after rain or snow, though there are usually a few driv...
Learn more about Myrtle Point - FS 300C

This trail starts very rutted, creating an uneven and bumpy ride right from the beginning. As you continue, the road smooths out in sections but still winds through tighter tree corridors that can feel narrow in places. Overall, it remains an easy drive as it works its way through a beautiful Ponder...
Learn more about FS 9382L

This very easy, graded dirt road winds through the forest as it heads toward Milk Ranch Point. The drive is smooth and straightforward, with a few dispersed camp spots along the main road and larger camp areas located along the spur roads. It’s a relaxed, scenic route that's worth exploring on your ...
Learn more about FS 218A

Epic vistas and endless possibilities! This trail offers little to no technical challenge but makes up for this with some of the most amazing views in the state. This is a great route for beginners and those with 2WD vehicles. Experienced drivers will find adventure here as well by adding in side ro...
Learn more about Rim Road West

This maintained, graded dirt road leads back to the beautiful Knoll Lake and Knoll Lake Campground. The drive is mostly smooth and easy, though there are a few slightly rutted and bumpy sections along with occasional exposed rocks. Dispersed camp spots can be found along the route, making it a conve...
Learn more about Knoll Lake - FS 295E

This open dirt road starts fairly level and easy, with a few camp spots along the way. As you continue, you’ll encounter some exposed rock and small ledges, but nothing overly difficult. The trail winds through the forest with beautiful views, passing a small pond before gradually descending toward ...
Learn more about FS 9708H

This rocky and sandy two-track runs parallel to the rim, winding its way through a forest of large ponderosa pines. The trail features a few small rock ledges and becomes overgrown in sections, giving it a lightly traveled feel. As you continue, the road gradually narrows and becomes less defined be...
Learn more about FS 9708J

This trail starts as a wide but rocky two-track that weaves its way back into a forest of Ponderosa Pines. The route gradually loses elevation as you head toward the rim, with a mix of rocky and occasional sandy sections along the way. The road eventually dead-ends just short of the rim, but still o...
Learn more about FS 9708G

This is a lovely, mostly graded dirt road that connects from Highway 89 over to the Hicks/Duncan Trail. There are a plethora of large open flat campsites to choose from, particularly on either end of the trail. This would be easy access for larger vehicles with trailers and motorhomes. The Pivot Roc...
Learn more about Pivot Rock Canyon

This trail runs from the highway all the way to Tom's Creek, where the trail crosses the Tom's Creek water crossing. At that point, the trail heads uphill and turns into a narrow cliff-side shelf road. It would not be easy to pass two vehicles without one needing to back up. The trail drives along a...
Learn more about Clover Spur Maintained

This is a short point-to-point trail with an abundance of large group sites. The trail is well-maintained, and there's easy access for RVs. Lots of large, tall trees provide excellent shade. This is a great area to camp if you're looking for a spot to call home for a few nights. You will find a nice...
Learn more about Long Valley Dispersed

This trail picks up off Highway 87 and runs all the way down to connect with the Rim Road. The beginning of the trail, which is close to the highway, has several nice large open dispersed campsites and easy access for large groups with trailers and RVs. This trail passes a few main trail intersectio...
Learn more about Potato Lake Rim Road

This route is another beautiful drive through the trees with many dispersed camping options. Two small lakes along the route may be relatively low in summer but nice and full after a wet winter. The lake on the western end of this trail has a well-maintained loop down to it with areas to park and mu...
Learn more about Dry Lake

Forest Service Road 6374A clocks in at just over a half mile long and was mapped from west to east. The route begins as a maintained gravel forest road that can become dusty at times. As you travel east, the trail remains very smooth with little more than a few minor bumps along the way. As the trai...
Learn more about FS 6374A

This is a great trail! You can take your time to enjoy the scenery or drive quickly to reach your destination. The road is mostly gravel and dirt, with some deep ruts and mud towards the end. Getting here is easy;the trail is just off Rim Road West from Highway 87. There aren't many camping spots, b...
Learn more about Battleground Ridge

This rocky dirt road begins with a climb right out of the gate, featuring some washouts and uneven terrain early on. As you continue, the route gains and loses elevation frequently, with several steep climbs up small hilltops. There are a few great dispersed camp spots along the way offering fantast...
Learn more about Cedar Mesa - FS 322

This trail starts about 3 miles in from where Rim Rd 300 begins off of HWY N 87. The first 6 miles of the trail are on a well-maintained dirt road that is easy to drive on and has enough space for two vehicles. There are some great camping spots with amazing views along the way. After 6 miles, the r...
Learn more about Milk Ranch Point

This long, dusty trail cuts through the ponderosa pines and junipers common in the shadow of the Mogollon Rim. The main road is well graded and free of obstacles. There are several offshoots if you are looking for a minor challenge. As this trail lowers in elevation, you'll come to Diamond Point Loo...
Learn more about Diamond Point Lookout

This is a great trail! You can take your time to enjoy the scenery or drive quickly to reach your destination. The road is mostly gravel and dirt, with some deep ruts and mud towards the end. Getting here is easy;the trail is just off Rim Road West from Highway 87. There aren't many camping spots, b...
Learn more about Battleground Ridge

This rocky dirt road begins with a climb right out of the gate, featuring some washouts and uneven terrain early on. As you continue, the route gains and loses elevation frequently, with several steep climbs up small hilltops. There are a few great dispersed camp spots along the way offering fantast...
Learn more about Cedar Mesa - FS 322

This trail starts about 3 miles in from where Rim Rd 300 begins off of HWY N 87. The first 6 miles of the trail are on a well-maintained dirt road that is easy to drive on and has enough space for two vehicles. There are some great camping spots with amazing views along the way. After 6 miles, the r...
Learn more about Milk Ranch Point

This long, dusty trail cuts through the ponderosa pines and junipers common in the shadow of the Mogollon Rim. The main road is well graded and free of obstacles. There are several offshoots if you are looking for a minor challenge. As this trail lowers in elevation, you'll come to Diamond Point Loo...
Learn more about Diamond Point Lookout