Dirt Bike Trails
Near Flowing Wells, Arizona

Titan Missile Interpretive Center, Silver Bell Mine, Silverbell Cemetery, mutant saguaros, and Sasco ghost town. A fun day on easy roads. Our friend that suggested the trip said it could be done "in a lifted Prius". That is slight hyperbole, but it is quite easy. Passable by most vehicles with a ...
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Start on East Golder Ranch Drive. Turn left through the cattle guard onto E Equestrian Trail. At a corral, you take the right at the Y and proceed onto a single-vehicle-width trail. The trail remains easy with the mountain bike trail called 50 Year Trail crisscrossing the 4x4 trail and campsites alo...
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The trail veers off of the East Edwin Road just after crossing the first wash. You turn north onto the trail. The trail weaves through some tight spots in trees and cacti. The mud holes can get big after a rain, but the bottoms are mostly sandy. The main trail is the most used, but there are several...
Learn more about East Cochie Spring Trail

This cut-across from East Edwin Road to East Cochise Springs Road is a nice 4x4 track that leads you to many more remote campsites and to the "Badlands" loop trail system for mountain bikes. The trail takes you through some beautiful Sonoran desert vistas and past some side trails with their own fla...
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When accessing this trail, the turn to the west from Highway 77 (North Oracle Road) has its own stoplight, making the turn easier. The road has several cattle guards, some with missing bars, so be careful to not get a flat tire. Signs alert you that you're entering Arizona State Trust Land, which ne...
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Charouleau Gap is a challenging and highly rewarding 19-mile trail designed for experienced offroaders seeking demanding obstacles, rugged mountain terrain, and seasonal water crossings. Situated near Catalina and north of Tucson, this rugged route scales the northern slopes of the Santa Catalina Mo...
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Redington Pass is a very popular two-lane road with lots of dispersed camping on the western slope overlooking Tucson. This pass varies in difficulty from deep ruts and washouts with many full washes. Most of the western side can be traversed in a low clearance 2wd with caution but it's not advised....
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If you love breathtaking scenery, driving through saguaro forests, and adventurous off-road experiences, the Continental Copper Access route is perfect for you! This road starts around two-thirds up the mountainside, beginning at the Mount Lemmon Control Road trail, and descends almost entirely to t...
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This is a noteworthy forest road spur that culminates atop Rice Peak, in Coronado National Forest, northeast of Tucson, Arizona. Rice Peak Road is a very rugged two-track that runs south along a mountain ridge, significantly increasing in elevation for its duration. Enjoy breathtaking views to the w...
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This is a mid-mountain forest road segment in Catalina National Forest, northwest of Tucson, Arizona. It is accessible via Peppersauce Canyon and is an enjoyable, mildly challenging primitive route that culminates high on a mountain ridge, at the junction for Rice Peak Road. Enjoy exploring higher e...
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This route to Chiva Falls, particularly captivating during Tucson's monsoon season, leads to a stunning natural waterfall display. The trail section offers numerous technical challenges, featuring ledges and rocky inclines. The primary obstacle on this path is a steep waterfall descent, characterize...
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Gas Line Road offers a classic desert wheeling experience, winding through a stunning tapestry of protected landscapes, including the Ironwood Forest National Monument, BLM sections, and Arizona State Trust Land. This single-lane trek provides an intimate look at the rugged backcountry of the Southw...
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Willow Springs Road stands out as one of the best-maintained main arteries in the area, providing a smooth and easily navigable route. This trail accommodates larger vehicles quite comfortably, including motorhomes and campers, especially in sections closest to the southern part of the route where y...
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You can start this trail from the north at Highway 79 or south at East Edwin Road. The trail follows a small powerline and cuts through several washes. Be careful in monsoon season or while raining. You pass several corrals and go through a couple of BLM grazing gates. The only hazards are cacti, tr...
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North Pump Station Road is part of Ironwood Forest National Monument and Arizona State Trust Land. This road can be used to complete the long Silverbell Loop around the mountain. It is a smooth well graded dirt road with washboards in some areas and deep rolling washes. There are signs this area wil...
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Mesa de la Osa Trail (Trail #4405) offers a rugged offroad experience for seasoned drivers looking to test their skills northeast of Tucson in the Santa Catalina Ranger District. With its remote desert terrain, rocky ascents, and seasonal wash crossings, it’s a solid pick for those seeking a moderat...
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This route to Chiva Falls follows the main Chiva Falls Trail (Forest Road 4417), offering a scenic and more approachable way to reach the falls without tackling the notorious Three Feathers obstacle. It's a classic Sonoran desert run with big skies, rocky hills, and sandy washes. Chiva Falls is best...
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The High Road is a great route to add to a trip out to Chiva Falls. The trail goes around the falls and crosses the creek that feeds the falls. The trail is mostly a mix of dirt and solid rock with some short climbs or drops depending on direction. It's slow going, bumpy, and rocky, and will need go...
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This route kicks off in the wooded, lower elevations of Peppersauce Canyon, northeast of Tucson, Arizona. It is a primitive, yet well-traveled two-track that runs parallel to a wash, westward into the Catalina Mountains. This forest road features shade and scenery, multiple small stream crossings, a...
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Park Tank Road (Forest Road 4424) is a scenic connector weaving between the Chiva Falls Loop and Italian Trap Trail through classic Sonoran Desert terrain. This trail is a mix of sandy stretches, rocky ledges, and shallow wash crossings, making it a great way to link routes into a longer off-road ad...
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Titan Missile Interpretive Center, Silver Bell Mine, Silverbell Cemetery, mutant saguaros, and Sasco ghost town. A fun day on easy roads. Our friend that suggested the trip said it could be done "in a lifted Prius". That is slight hyperbole, but it is quite easy. Passable by most vehicles with a ...
Learn more about Silverbell Sasco Loop

Start on East Golder Ranch Drive. Turn left through the cattle guard onto E Equestrian Trail. At a corral, you take the right at the Y and proceed onto a single-vehicle-width trail. The trail remains easy with the mountain bike trail called 50 Year Trail crisscrossing the 4x4 trail and campsites alo...
Learn more about 50 Year Trail Loop

The trail veers off of the East Edwin Road just after crossing the first wash. You turn north onto the trail. The trail weaves through some tight spots in trees and cacti. The mud holes can get big after a rain, but the bottoms are mostly sandy. The main trail is the most used, but there are several...
Learn more about East Cochie Spring Trail

This cut-across from East Edwin Road to East Cochise Springs Road is a nice 4x4 track that leads you to many more remote campsites and to the "Badlands" loop trail system for mountain bikes. The trail takes you through some beautiful Sonoran desert vistas and past some side trails with their own fla...
Learn more about Badlands Trail

Titan Missile Interpretive Center, Silver Bell Mine, Silverbell Cemetery, mutant saguaros, and Sasco ghost town. A fun day on easy roads. Our friend that suggested the trip said it could be done "in a lifted Prius". That is slight hyperbole, but it is quite easy. Passable by most vehicles with a ...
Learn more about Silverbell Sasco Loop

Start on East Golder Ranch Drive. Turn left through the cattle guard onto E Equestrian Trail. At a corral, you take the right at the Y and proceed onto a single-vehicle-width trail. The trail remains easy with the mountain bike trail called 50 Year Trail crisscrossing the 4x4 trail and campsites alo...
Learn more about 50 Year Trail Loop

The trail veers off of the East Edwin Road just after crossing the first wash. You turn north onto the trail. The trail weaves through some tight spots in trees and cacti. The mud holes can get big after a rain, but the bottoms are mostly sandy. The main trail is the most used, but there are several...
Learn more about East Cochie Spring Trail

This cut-across from East Edwin Road to East Cochise Springs Road is a nice 4x4 track that leads you to many more remote campsites and to the "Badlands" loop trail system for mountain bikes. The trail takes you through some beautiful Sonoran desert vistas and past some side trails with their own fla...
Learn more about Badlands Trail