Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Willcox, Arizona

This trail is a long day, but we thought it was well worth the trip. The scenery is nice, there is a natural bridge, and the cabin is interesting. You will pass through Muleshoe Ranch…
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This north-south access road begins as a wide, maintained ranch road, though it is often corrugated. Numerous private properties connect to the route in its early stretches. As it continues, the road narrows and passes…
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As soon as you pass through the gate onto BLM land, the road improves significantly. Although there are a few washes and mildly off-camber sections, the trail is easy to drive and generally not challenging.…
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East Ten Ranch Road is a long, straight dirt track that leads from Highway 191 toward the Hot Well Dunes. As of March 25, 2025, the road has been recently maintained and is generally smooth…
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The trail is wide and maintained, though often corrugated, and crosses several cattle guards as it leads to two main camping areas. The first is located in the foothills and is spacious and popular with…
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This is a back road into Fort Bowie. It has a few overlook locations of the Fort and travels in from Highway 186. This is a historic fort that stood for years during a conflict…
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At the base of Middlemarch Pass lies the popular Slavin Trail, offering numerous dispersed camping spots with sweeping views of Tombstone. The area is known for its scenic beauty, but strong winds can pick up…
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The Railway Trail runs alongside the train tracks and is entirely unmaintained. It is a narrow, winding route where pinstriping is likely, and it crosses numerous washes that may become difficult to navigate during or…
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Slavin Forest Road 687 lies within Coronado National Forest. Most of the trail is smooth sandy gravel with incredible views of Council Rocks. Once reaching the gate at Corazon Ranch and turning onto West Stronghold…
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This is a well-maintained but heavily corrugated and dusty road, as it serves as one of the main thoroughfares in the northern part of the Hot Well Dunes area. Numerous dispersed campsites can be found…
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SS1181 is a wide, well-maintained gravel road that provides access to the Hot Well Dunes from the south. The route serves dual purposes, accommodating both weekend tourist traffic and agricultural vehicles, which contributes to its…
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The Powerline Trail is a relatively straight route that follows the path of overhead powerlines and, as of March 26, 2025, is in maintained condition. Large cleared areas are found beneath each powerline tower, suggesting…
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This is a great little side trip from Hot Wells to Bowie. There are some technical spots, but it's mostly a pretty easy drive in the SxS and can be done in 4x4 vehicles with…
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This is a true road to nowhere. As you follow this road out of Bowie to get back to Hot Well Area, the trail almost disappears at times, opening up again with a good track.…
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Ss1085 runs as a smooth sand and gravel track with a few gentle whoops, weaving through cholla, creosote, yucca, and barrel cactus. Early on, it's fairly open, expect light undercarriage pinstripes & high clearance recommended.…
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The West Swift Trail is the route to the top of Clark Peak. This 6-mile road is a rough dirt road with a few rock ledges and potholes. It is wide in many areas and…
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Rosewood Road is a State Trust route that cuts across the desert, connecting Ss1181 to Ss1180. The trail features desert creosote, yucca trees, and sandy terrain. 4WD with high clearance is recommended. Running east to…
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Trail Ss1087 is an out-and-back route that's a little wild but overall mild. Some sections are overgrown, and pinstripes are likely. The trail crosses multiple washes and includes several mild off-camber areas, but nothing technical.…
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This trail is narrow, winding, undulating, sandy, and bumpy, offering a fun and engaging drive. It appears to be a popular route among hunters. As the trail continues, it becomes more challenging, with noticeable erosion,…
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Artesia Road is a major connector route with a well-graded gravel surface that's easily traveled in 2WD or 4WD. The road is wide enough for two vehicles to pass and has gravel berms along the…
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This trail is narrow, winding, undulating, sandy, and bumpy, providing a fun driving experience that becomes increasingly challenging as you continue. The area is rich in plant life, and the trail appears to be popular…
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Trail Ss1180 branches off Ss1181 and heads south across open desert terrain. Shortly after beginning, you'll climb a small hill and enter a tight section of trees where pinstripes are almost guaranteed. Fortunately, this narrow…
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This trail connects the Railway Trail to the paved Haekel Road, which serves as the access road to the Hot Well Dunes Recreation Area. The initial portion of the trail is smooth and maintained, but…
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Trail Ss1063 is a connector trail that runs through a natural wash toward Zss1531 from Artesia Road, or vice versa expect sandy gravel, scattered dirt walls, and dead trees lining the wash. Livestock in the…
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Trail Sa1061a is an out-and-back wash route that crosses Artesia Road and follows a sandy gravel channel. The wash is overgrown in places with large dead trees, along with creosote and cholla lining the route.…
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The road leading to the monastery is wide, well-maintained, and frequently traveled, offering beautiful views along the way. The surrounding landscape features an abundance of plant life, including a diverse variety of Arizona cacti. The…
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Ss1064 is a point-to-point route that reaches a Y intersection. Staying right will take you back toward Tanque Road, while turning right connects you to Ss1016 and leads across the railroad tracks toward Rock House…
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Although power lines run alongside the trail, it is not a maintained road but rather a rocky track that follows a ridgeline before descending into a wash. The route is rocky, dusty, and lined with…
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St. Paisius Orthodox Monastery is a women's monastic community located near Safford, Arizona, at the foot of Mount Graham. Founded in 1993 and dedicated to St. Paisius Velichkovsky, the monastery follows the Serbian Orthodox tradition.…
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Trail Ss1012 from Artesia Road, this trail heads north as a continuation of Ss1012 from the south. It is a sandy gravel route that follows the powerlines through creosote and mixed desert cactus. Features gentle…
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