Many drivers opt to skip this unremarkable backroad. There is a 6-mile section of the road that climbs and winds up the mountain, but other than that, it is pretty uneventful. Unlicensed vehicles are okay… Learn more about Backway to Mount Lemmon
Total Miles
45.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su
Road to the Summit of Rice Peak
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,… Learn more about Road to the Summit of Rice Peak
Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Charouleau Gap
Charouleau Gap trail is known to be one of the best in the state. Its most intimidating obstacle, "The Step", is optional, but you'll find many more impressive spots that aren't. When Canada Del Oro… Learn more about Charouleau Gap
Total Miles
32
Tech Rating
7
Difficult
Best Time
Sp / Fa
Charouleau Gap
Charouleau Gap is a fun and scenic Jeep trail through the Catalina mountains, but it is long and remote with a rating of 7. You will spend all day on the trip. Charouleau Gap trail… Learn more about Charouleau Gap
Total Miles
32.1
Tech Rating
8
Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa
Nugget Road and Rolling Hills
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… Learn more about Nugget Road and Rolling Hills
Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Ascent from Peppersauce Canyon
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… Learn more about Ascent from Peppersauce Canyon
Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su
Alamo Spring
In March one area was deeply rutted mud from the recent snow/rain in the area. At about halfway down in the creek/river bottom, the trail was almost impossible to find. Please come prepared for wenching… Learn more about Alamo Spring
Total Miles
16.4
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa
Chimney Rock
Often busy on weekends, the easy way into this area is from the south side near the bottom of the wash. The more difficult route comes in from the back. This is a really fun… Learn more about Chimney Rock
Total Miles
9.6
Tech Rating
6
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Fa
Redington Pass
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… Learn more about Redington Pass
Total Miles
22.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Copper Creek Trail
This trail starts out on Arizona State Trust land which requires a permit from the state and are easy to get and last year. It also crosses private land and requires each rig to sign… Learn more about Copper Creek Trail
Total Miles
12.5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Sp
Silverbell Sasco Loop
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… Learn more about Silverbell Sasco Loop
This biggest portion of this Jeep trail is an easy and relaxing trip on a well-maintained gravel road from Highway 79 south of Florence to Highway 77 at Dudleyville. This is where you can explore… Learn more about Old 96 Ranch
Total Miles
60.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa / Wi
Rug Road to Klondyke
Rug Road is a 4x4 trail that begins in Mammoth, traverses the famous "Carpet Hill" and then climbs to Table Mountain Pass in the Zapata Mountains. It then drops down into the Aravaipa watershed, passes… Learn more about Rug Road to Klondyke
Total Miles
56.6
Tech Rating
8
Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa
Sybley Mansion Spur
This trail consists of loose rocks, washed areas, and a couple of places that your high-clearance vehicle will have no problem going over. Once you get to the end of the trail, you will need… Learn more about Sybley Mansion Spur
Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Wakefield Canyon
An easy, but scratchy, Jeep trail to an abandoned Buddhist cabin and a natural spring. Empirita Ranch is 3,000 acres owned by Pima County to protect wildlife habitat, provide sustainable cattle grazing, and slowing urban… Learn more about Wakefield Canyon
Total Miles
25.1
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa
Treehouse Cabin
This Jeep trail takes you high into the Dripping Springs Mountains. Tour several mines and visit an old cabin built with a tree through the roof. Distant views of Hayden smelter and tailings piles. We… Learn more about Treehouse Cabin
Total Miles
15.9
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Chilito Mine
Chilto Mine road takes you to around 2,500 feet in about 3 miles. With great views of the valley you start in. The bonus is that it gets a little tougher at the Chilito Mine… Learn more about Chilito Mine
Total Miles
5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi
Ripsey PLUS
This GREAT TRIP is easy enough to run in either direction but will be described here beginning at the Ripsey Wash entrance. The west entrance is shorter if you are coming from that way. Ripsey… Learn more about Ripsey PLUS
Total Miles
29.1
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa
North Pump Station Road
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… Learn more about North Pump Station Road
Total Miles
5.5
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Oak Tree Wash Trail
The trail starts out pretty narrow, but large enough for a Jeep or truck to pass one way. It starts out with a steep, off-camber drop. Drivers beware that normal 4x4 suspension can be damaged… Learn more about Oak Tree Wash Trail
Total Miles
1.1
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
North Waterman Mountain Trail
North Waterman Mountain Trail is a narrow overgrown trail that passes through Ironwood National Monument BLM land and Arizona State Trust Land 5 miles south to West Avra Valley Road. This trail goes through many… Learn more about North Waterman Mountain Trail
Total Miles
5.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Box Canyon Road
This is a scenic drive through the Santa Rita Mountains that gets you up and out of the desert and into the oaks. Great views along the way! Coming from the east side of the… Learn more about Box Canyon Road
Total Miles
13.2
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su
Gila River Loop
You'll like this fun little loop that's especially nice when the river is flowing. The bulk of the trail is comprised of sandy washes, but there's a portion that's rocky and challenging along the river… Learn more about Gila River Loop
Total Miles
19.5
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Fa
Grey Horse Mine
An easy, relaxing Jeep trail up the west side of the Dripping Spring Mountains near Kearny. Visit 3 shafts of an abandoned lead, vanadium and molybdenum mine, plus view a settling pond on top of… Learn more about Grey Horse Mine
Total Miles
5.7
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
South of Gila River
This is an easy, relaxed Jeep trail through lush Sonoran Desert vegetation while enjoying great scenery. There is even a chance to play in the Gila River, depending on the water flow. Access to this… Learn more about South of Gila River
Total Miles
22.8
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa
Gardner Canyon FR 92
While there are a few rough and bumpy areas with some rather steep descents and some climbing involved, it is unlikely 4WD will be needed. A vehicle with decent clearance should be enough for the… Learn more about Gardner Canyon FR 92
Total Miles
8.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Wi / Fa
Walnut Canyon
Walnut Canyon is certainly one of the most scenic Jeep trails in the area. It skirts the edge of White Canyon Wilderness, and the canyons and mountains along the trail are spectacular. Much of the… Learn more about Walnut Canyon
Total Miles
13.4
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Fa
Forest Road 183
Forest Road 183 takes you from the low desert up to nearly 6,000FT in elevation past the hiking trail heads for Elephant Head and Aguas Caliente. The route varies from 2wd high clearance to steep… Learn more about Forest Road 183
Total Miles
5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Walnut Overlook
Come off the Walnut Canyon Trail to the Walnut Overlook. This is a level 6 trail difficulty to be sure to have a high clearance vehicle. Expect washes, large rocks, and water crossing depending on… Learn more about Walnut Overlook
Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
6
Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa
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