Dirt Bike Trails
Near Vail, Arizona

The Total Wreck Mine Trail is perfect for off-road enthusiasts seeking an exhilarating adventure. The trail features challenging terrain with rocky, rutted, off-camber areas, and steep inclines that will test your skills and your vehicle's capabilities. You can start the trail from the Power Line Tr...
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The Powerline Road is a rugged trail that begins just off of Old Sonoita Highway and runs eastward along I-10 towards the Whetstone Mountains. The Powerline trail is popular with ATVs, dirt bikes, SxSs, and other off-road vehicles. Back-road travel can be hazardous, so be aware of weather and road c...
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The Narrows is a nice combination of technical terrain and narrow sections;expect to get desert pinstriping. The trail features rutted sections and hill climbs through Cienega Creek. Bring plenty of water and enjoy the ride. Check the weather conditions before heading out, as rain or snow could affe...
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This route offers amazing scenery and a more challenging alternative to Happy Valley. It used to be the main road to Happy Valley but was bypassed to make the ascent over the pass at Paige Creek smoother. Today, the trail follows the powerline to the ranches in Miller Flat and Turkey Creek, providin...
Learn more about Old Happy Valley Road FR 4406

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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Nestled in Arizona's expanse, a slice of "Big Sky" country unfolds along Cienega Creek. Just 45 miles southeast of Tucson, this landscape boasts wide-open grasslands, panoramic mountain views, and meandering waters that transport you to another realm. Here, cattle still graze amidst a tapestry of pr...
Learn more about Forty Nine 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 here along with side quarter panels if you take the drop too fast or at the wrong angle. Thereafter, the tra...
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The Turkey Creek Trail in the Coronado National Forest runs along a ridge that separates Turkey Creek and Mesquite Canyons. This part of the trail is located within the Rincon Mountain Wilderness boundary. The landscape it traverses resembles that of the Saguaro National Park, with abundant saguaros...
Learn more about Turkey Creek Springs FR 4408

This trail will guide you through historic ranch land. As you descend into a small canyon near the end, you'll spot an abandoned Buddhist cabin on your left.This trail dips into a wash for about a quarter mile. Riders need to closely follow the trail maps, as there's a part where the trail exits the...
Learn more about Wakefield Cabin

This trail follows ridge lines, offering stunning views of the sprawling desert landscapes below. This trail's many sections are overgrown, making pinstriping nearly inevitable, particularly for larger vehicles. Just a wa ning if you plan on taking a bigger rig. Cell service in this area can be unr...
Learn more about Lower Wakefield Canyon

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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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...
Learn more about Mesa De La Oso Loop

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...
Learn more about Three Feathers Playground

The Happy Valley Road winds past the charming historic movie town of Mescal. It travels through verdant riparian zones and expansive grasslands of the surrounding ranches. Along the way, you can find several idyllic dispersed campsites suitable for travel trailers or smaller RVs, as well as many oth...
Learn more about Happy Valley FR 35

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...
Learn more about Chiva Loop - Forest Road 4417

Bear Springs Canyon is a scenic and enjoyable trail that was recently maintained as of 3/12/25, though conditions can change quickly, especially with rain in the forecast. The route winds through open grasslands before narrowing into a single-track path that follows the edge of a canyon. Along the w...
Learn more about Bear Springs Canyon

This road is a simple dirt road that is typically graded with occasional washboarding and is a gateway to much of the Cienega Creek and the Las Cienegas National Conservation Areas. Along the landscape, you will see rolling grasslands, a verdant riparian area, towering cottonwood trees, and mesquite...
Learn more about East Empire Ranch Road

This route extends from Happy Valley Road, offering a more challenging experience with uneven turns, ledges, and rocky sections on steep inclines. As you navigate, you'll encounter various obstacles that elevate the difficulty compared to Happy Valley Road. The trail culminates at a locked gate, mar...
Learn more about Eagle Peak

The Andrada Tank Loop is a scenic trail that offers breathtaking views of the Sonoran Desert landscape and the nearby Whetstone Mountains. The trail winds through desert terrain featuring prickly pear cacti, ocotillo plants, and rocky outcrops. When driving from the south end of the trail, about one...
Learn more about Andrada Tank Loop FR 6905

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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The Total Wreck Mine Trail is perfect for off-road enthusiasts seeking an exhilarating adventure. The trail features challenging terrain with rocky, rutted, off-camber areas, and steep inclines that will test your skills and your vehicle's capabilities. You can start the trail from the Power Line Tr...
Learn more about Total Wreck Mine

The Powerline Road is a rugged trail that begins just off of Old Sonoita Highway and runs eastward along I-10 towards the Whetstone Mountains. The Powerline trail is popular with ATVs, dirt bikes, SxSs, and other off-road vehicles. Back-road travel can be hazardous, so be aware of weather and road c...
Learn more about Powerline Road

The Narrows is a nice combination of technical terrain and narrow sections;expect to get desert pinstriping. The trail features rutted sections and hill climbs through Cienega Creek. Bring plenty of water and enjoy the ride. Check the weather conditions before heading out, as rain or snow could affe...
Learn more about The Narrows

This route offers amazing scenery and a more challenging alternative to Happy Valley. It used to be the main road to Happy Valley but was bypassed to make the ascent over the pass at Paige Creek smoother. Today, the trail follows the powerline to the ranches in Miller Flat and Turkey Creek, providin...
Learn more about Old Happy Valley Road FR 4406

The Total Wreck Mine Trail is perfect for off-road enthusiasts seeking an exhilarating adventure. The trail features challenging terrain with rocky, rutted, off-camber areas, and steep inclines that will test your skills and your vehicle's capabilities. You can start the trail from the Power Line Tr...
Learn more about Total Wreck Mine

The Powerline Road is a rugged trail that begins just off of Old Sonoita Highway and runs eastward along I-10 towards the Whetstone Mountains. The Powerline trail is popular with ATVs, dirt bikes, SxSs, and other off-road vehicles. Back-road travel can be hazardous, so be aware of weather and road c...
Learn more about Powerline Road

The Narrows is a nice combination of technical terrain and narrow sections;expect to get desert pinstriping. The trail features rutted sections and hill climbs through Cienega Creek. Bring plenty of water and enjoy the ride. Check the weather conditions before heading out, as rain or snow could affe...
Learn more about The Narrows

This route offers amazing scenery and a more challenging alternative to Happy Valley. It used to be the main road to Happy Valley but was bypassed to make the ascent over the pass at Paige Creek smoother. Today, the trail follows the powerline to the ranches in Miller Flat and Turkey Creek, providin...
Learn more about Old Happy Valley Road FR 4406