Dirt Bike Trails
Near Theba, Arizona

Loop the Gila Bend Mountains while visiting the Gillespie Dam and Bridge and Sundad Ghost Town. Start this run in Gila Bend, then go north up the Gila River Valley on historic US Route 80, which initially ran from Tybee Island, Georgia, to San Diego, California. Visit Gillespie Bridge and Dam on the...
Learn more about Agua Caliente Road

This trail provides a more scenic and challenging option to reach the Painted Rock Petroglyph site from Interstate 8 than just driving there on paved backroads. It cuts through an area of Arizona State Land, which requires an inexpensive annual Arizona State Land permit. Permits can be obtained onli...
Learn more about Painted Rock Road

Fun route along the power lines and under them as you snake along the washes. You will have to pass through some washes that can be very sandy and loose ground. You will come across washes that are constantly changing with debris washing down them. Some steep drops and 4x4 are a must in parts of the...
Learn more about The Buzz of Gila Bend

Road #8230 is a multi-mixed surface road with rocks, sand, and gravel, most of this road runs through a wash, the sand can be deep in areas, and these spots are prone to flash floods, do not attempt during rainy seasons. Some sections of this road are rutted and rocky. The road runs through the Bure...
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Margie's Cove Trail is an accessible, scenic desert trek perfect for novice offroaders and dispersed campers looking to explore the borders of the North Maricopa Wilderness. Spanning 5.6 miles, this route skirts the south side of Margie's Peak, dividing the wilderness area and the Sonoran Desert Nat...
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The trail starts at Woolsey Wash to trail 54011, leading to Woolsey Springs and into the middle of two wildernesses', Signal Mountain Wilderness on the North side and Woolsey Peak Wilderness on the South. Low desert flora sparsely speckles the terrain with creosote bushes, mesquite trees, Saquaro's,...
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Rocky Camp road runs through Bureau Land Management. It is a mixed surface road consisting of rock, gravel, and sand. There are sections that are overgrown, so pinstripes are to be expected. This area is prone to flooding, some sections of this road either drive in a wash or through one, please be c...
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This short 1-mile trail begins at Agua Caliente Road and follows the east side of the Arlington Canal, ending on the north side of the Gillespie Dam. Rated 1/10, it's an easy drive with only minor ruts and occasional washouts that may deepen after heavy rains. The real highlight isn't the terrain - ...
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Rear Hitter Road Number 8219 is a multiple mixed surface road consisting of rock, gravel, and sand. It runs through Bureau Land Management. This area is prone to flooding, some sections of this road either drive in a wash or through one, please be careful in the rainy season. Not recommended for a l...
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Woolsey Wash is a multiple-surface mixed road consisting of rock, gravel, and sand. This area is prone to flooding, some sections of this road either drive in a wash or through one, please be careful in the rainy season. The road runs through Bureau Land Management and has areas that are designated ...
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Cactus road is a gravel and sandy mixed road that runs through the Bureau Land Management. There are some sections that are rutted and washed out, a long wheelbase may find some areas more challenging. There are a few camps of different sizes to choose from. This area is prone to flooding, some sect...
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White Peaks road is a multi-mixed surface road of rock, sand, gravel, and dirt. There are sections of this road that run through or in a wash, the sand can be deep in areas, and these spots are prone to flash floods, do not attempt during rainy seasons. The road runs through the Bureau of Land Manag...
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Ye051 is a typical desert trail offering a mix of rocky and hilly terrain. This one-lane path winds through several wash sections and features erosion in some areas, so be cautious of changing conditions. While there are no significant obstacles, the rocky and hilly sections can be challenging, espe...
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This mostly easy out-and-back trail leads to a beautiful Archaeological site that is also a point of critical environmental concern. Plenty of informational kiosks in the area explain why this petroglyph site is important and needs preservation. The trail passes through private and public lands; ple...
Learn more about Sears Point

Most of this road runs through a wash, the sand can be deep in areas, and these spots are prone to flash floods, do not attempt during rainy seasons. The road runs through Bureau of Land Management property. There are parts of the road that becomes technical with decent size rock to navigate. Level ...
Learn more about Surprise Wash #8223

This Eastern access route for Sears Point is the more adventurous of the two ways to access the site. It begins at the east from South Agua Caliente road and heads west across the desert. It twists and turns its way through fields of Lava rock and loose, sandy, silty sections. A wire livestock gate ...
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This is a route that tracks to the junction of a small island that is known as Stephens Point. It's a long-time gathering spot for family trips and a great location to relax in the trees and large brush away from others. While the water is dirty and murky most the year and it can have a fly issue fr...
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Part 2 starts off fun and gives you a reward with some off-camber and hills. Although there is nothing a good 4x4 and friends can't handle. Along the way, you will come across the old camp that the old settlers used when using the overland trail. You will also come across a BLM cattle and wildlife w...
Learn more about Butterfield Stage Overland Route Section 2

Starts off as a rock smooth road and eventually turns into a dirt road. The track has a few spots of eroded, washed-out washes that cross the trail, so be cautious if traveling at speed. Also, be mindful of soft sand and soft dirt. A few spots get a little narrow with pin stripes likely, but for the...
Learn more about Sonoran Desert National Monument Trail

This trail begins off of the main Agua Caliente Trail. There are some nice dispersed campsites within the first half mile that most sun's and vehicles with adventure trailers can access. Most of the campsites have excellent views of the Mountains. Beyond the first half mile or so, the trail gets mor...
Learn more about Mineral Mine Trail

Loop the Gila Bend Mountains while visiting the Gillespie Dam and Bridge and Sundad Ghost Town. Start this run in Gila Bend, then go north up the Gila River Valley on historic US Route 80, which initially ran from Tybee Island, Georgia, to San Diego, California. Visit Gillespie Bridge and Dam on the...
Learn more about Agua Caliente Road

This trail provides a more scenic and challenging option to reach the Painted Rock Petroglyph site from Interstate 8 than just driving there on paved backroads. It cuts through an area of Arizona State Land, which requires an inexpensive annual Arizona State Land permit. Permits can be obtained onli...
Learn more about Painted Rock Road

Fun route along the power lines and under them as you snake along the washes. You will have to pass through some washes that can be very sandy and loose ground. You will come across washes that are constantly changing with debris washing down them. Some steep drops and 4x4 are a must in parts of the...
Learn more about The Buzz of Gila Bend

Road #8230 is a multi-mixed surface road with rocks, sand, and gravel, most of this road runs through a wash, the sand can be deep in areas, and these spots are prone to flash floods, do not attempt during rainy seasons. Some sections of this road are rutted and rocky. The road runs through the Bure...
Learn more about Road 8230

Loop the Gila Bend Mountains while visiting the Gillespie Dam and Bridge and Sundad Ghost Town. Start this run in Gila Bend, then go north up the Gila River Valley on historic US Route 80, which initially ran from Tybee Island, Georgia, to San Diego, California. Visit Gillespie Bridge and Dam on the...
Learn more about Agua Caliente Road

This trail provides a more scenic and challenging option to reach the Painted Rock Petroglyph site from Interstate 8 than just driving there on paved backroads. It cuts through an area of Arizona State Land, which requires an inexpensive annual Arizona State Land permit. Permits can be obtained onli...
Learn more about Painted Rock Road

Fun route along the power lines and under them as you snake along the washes. You will have to pass through some washes that can be very sandy and loose ground. You will come across washes that are constantly changing with debris washing down them. Some steep drops and 4x4 are a must in parts of the...
Learn more about The Buzz of Gila Bend

Road #8230 is a multi-mixed surface road with rocks, sand, and gravel, most of this road runs through a wash, the sand can be deep in areas, and these spots are prone to flash floods, do not attempt during rainy seasons. Some sections of this road are rutted and rocky. The road runs through the Bure...
Learn more about Road 8230