Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Yarnell, Arizona

Mina Road is a wide gravel and rock road with no obstacles on it. This road can serve as an alternative to Arizona Highway 89, avoiding the long, steep, and curvy highway that leads from…
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The Uphill is a rough trail filled with spots of erosion. This area is riddled with mines. Evidence of scraped earth and rock piles are present, as well as signage. Some of the erosion crossings…
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This trail is a spur section off the adjacent trail, "The Uphill." Mellower than "The Uphill", this trail is rock and has minimal challenge. There are no major obstacles on this trail. There is also…
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Multi-Mine Road is a rough dirt and rock track in the hills below Yarnell, Arizona. Evidence and scrapes of exploratory mines and large rock and scree piles dot this road. The two-track is narrow with…
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Stanton Road is the gravel road that leads to the village of Stanton. This road is wide, with washboard sections. It's a main artery for this area, with both recreational and residential traffic, so don't…
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Grand Wash is a pleasant deviation from the typical washes in this area. On the north end, you'll start on a wide plateau with plenty of room to pass and a few sporadic areas for…
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This trail starts on the south end as a wide trail but quickly narrows into some mandatory paint damage. You'll pop in and out of washes with steep and off-camber entrances and exits, all while…
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What seems like just another Powerline Road, isn't. The highlight of this trail is a steep hill toward the western end. This hill has a combination of off-camber, loose rock, and erosion that might make…
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The south end of March's Highlight boasts a large open grassy area, no doubt the flood plain for Martinez Creek. The creek itself is a fun little area of deep sand wash that will be…
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Center of Mass is a relatively easy trail with only 2 main obstacles on it. The first is a wash crossing with a steep exit up a loose and rocky hill. The approach angle here…
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Date Creek Road is a washboarded and scenic trail that's great for all skill levels. The wide path makes for an easy drive, with no obstacles to slow you down. Along the way, you'll navigate…
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Bravo Wash is a fast fun wash. It consists of deep sand and sporadic rock gardens that have been carved by the water events that shape the topographical region of Arizona. There are several blind…
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Octave Trail is little more than a mining road, which are typical in this area of Arizona. Rocky, and at times narrow, this trail has erosion and water damage along it. There are wash crossings…
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This is a pretty standard Arizona desert wash on the south end of the trail. Sandy and fast, these washes are fun to play in, especially when smooth and void of all washboards and obstacles.…
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Sprinkler's Choice is a single-wide trail lined with creosote and trees. You'll see all types of cactus along this trail, even the odd saguaro. There is erosion present, as well as several rock sections, two…
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The Sorrels Ranch Offshoot is a short and fun route that starts wide at the bottom, easing you into the journey before narrowing as you climb. As the trail tightens, you'll encounter erosion in the…
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The Wash Extension is an interesting trail. From deep, soft sand in the wash, to rocky hill climbs with erosion, this trail is a fun drive! At some points on the steep, rocky hill climbs…
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Angels Ranch Road is a semi-maintained gravel road, wide with no obstacles. It terminates at its Eastern edge at a Private Ranch that is well-marked. There are many side trails along this road, so don't…
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The Gold Claim trail is a rocky, one-lane trail of which there are numerous in the area. There is a large area toward the North end that is popular with miners and has a large…
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Cinch's Cutoff is a dirt two-track that winds and rolls between the washes and creosote outcroppings that form this area. Mostly open, this has narrow spots, but nothing too gnarly. There are no obstacles on…
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Rogers Ranch Road is a straightforward trail perfect for a relaxed drive. With a wide path and no obstacles to worry about, this route is as easygoing as they come. You'll enjoy consistent 2-bar cell…
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The Blocked Wash is a fun run until it isn't. The wash on the south end is blocked by large debris piles that may be impassable. The wash is filled with soft, deep sand, so…
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Sullivan Tank is a typical desert trail in this area of Arizona. Molded by water, there is erosion on this trail, carving channels across the trail. Because of this, it's a slow mellow trail with…
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This trail has many steep wash crossings and erosion that are typical of the trails in this area. Because it is nearer to the mountains to the north, there are a bit more than usual.…
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The 37013 Mix trail is a rough trail that is rocky and at times, rutted. There is erosion along this trail, with water damage and large sneaky rocks jutting out of the tracks. For a…
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The Land Trust Cutoff Trail starts on its Eastern end with access straight from the pavement. This section of trail cuts through Arizona State Land Trust and requires a permit to access, which can be…
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Martinez Creek North is a sandy wash run that is pretty typical of the washes in the area. Fast and smooth with deep sand, this wash winds through the rough area that is Arizona State…
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Across the Top is a great trail for practicing your wash crossings! The obstacle game here includes numerous crossings with some erosion mixed in. Other than that, there are no major obstacles, though the washes…
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Southbound and Down starts wide and is a smooth trail that narrows as it runs south along the eastern border of this section of Arizona State Trust Land. This trail is lined with creosote and…
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This trail starts with a ton of fun and ends with paint damage. The southern section is a wide wash with plenty of room to navigate. At its southern terminus, you'll find a fence across…
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