Off-Road Trails in Arizona

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Learn more about Stoneman Lake Road
Stoneman Lake Road

Stoneman Lake Road

Stoneman Lake Road is a maintained gravel road that is extremely washboarded and dusty. This is a very popular road for off-roaders. You will see many people on this road while traveling it. Be aware…
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Total Miles
8.2
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Stop Playing in the Sand
Stop Playing in the Sand

Stop Playing in the Sand

This trail leads out of the sandy wash section of lower Sikort Chapo and off into the desert. The route begins in dense trees with sharp branches sure to cause paint damage. Plenty of wildlife…
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Total Miles
3.5
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Straight Line Down
Straight Line Down

Straight Line Down

This short 1.2-mile trail follows a natural gas line down several rolling hills and washes. The trail starts off with a small uneven rut and is fairly easy until the series of downhill sections. The…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Straight Ridge
Straight Ridge

Straight Ridge

This off-camber, challenging trail is narrow with deep ruts and drainage drop-offs in spots. It travels through grassy, open wild horse territory and through some eroded washes. Ponderosa Pines line the route along with skunkbush…
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Total Miles
3.3
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Straight Shot
Straight Shot

Straight Shot

Straight Shot is a mellow trial with no obstacles on it. The trail stays 1.5 to 2 lanes wide through its entire distance, so there is plenty of room to pass and/or turn around. Remember,…
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Total Miles
3.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Strawberry to Pine
Strawberry to Pine

Strawberry to Pine

This dirt trail connects the small mountain towns of Pine and Strawberry. It starts smoothly from Pine but is a series of switchbacks gaining some elevation. There is a popular hiking trail a quarter mile…
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Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Strickland Wash
Strickland Wash

Strickland Wash

Strickland Wash is an interesting trail. With numerous wash crossings with steep entrances and exits, along with a couple of highly technical off-camber rock sections, this trail does not disappoint. Starting as a single-lane dirt…
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Total Miles
4.5
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Stud Horse Point Loop
Stud Horse Point Loop

Stud Horse Point Loop

This 3-mile loop starts off of Blue Pools Road 1096, loops north and east towards Stud Horse Point, and ends up back south at the intersection with 1098. Going clockwise, the beginning is a flat,…
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Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Sugarloaf Mountain - FS761A
Sugarloaf Mountain - FS761A

Sugarloaf Mountain - FS761A

FS761A is a short but scenic out-and-back route near Cottonwood, Arizona, totaling about 3 miles. The trail begins with a loose rocky climb made up of stones ranging from softball to basketball size. While not…
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Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
4
Best Time
Fall, Winter, Spring
Learn more about Sullivan Draw Road South - BLM 1040
Sullivan Draw Road South - BLM 1040

Sullivan Draw Road South - BLM 1040

This is the southern half of Sullivan Draw Road (BLM 1040). It is a main road that connects to several other trails in the area. The trail is an established two-track that is wide enough…
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Total Miles
6.9
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sullivan Ridge
Sullivan Ridge

Sullivan Ridge

On the map, Sullivan Ridge appears to be an out-and-back trail. Upon reaching the end of this recording, tire tracks continue beyond; it is unclear where the trail/tracks lead. Sullivan Ridge is a two-track trail…
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Total Miles
3.7
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sullivan Ridge South
Sullivan Ridge South

Sullivan Ridge South

Sullivan Ridge South is an unmarked (no trail markers), single-vehicle-wide, two-track trail that takes you across the plateau. This trail can be used as a connection to other trails in the area. From north to…
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Total Miles
3.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Sullivan Tank
Sullivan Tank

Sullivan Tank

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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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sunflower Flat and JD Cabin
Sunflower Flat and JD Cabin

Sunflower Flat and JD Cabin

This rutted-up trail provides access to the Sunflower Flats Lake recreation and wildlife viewing area and the JD cabin. The flats and cabin have posted no camping signs and are only accessible by foot. The…
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Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Sunflower Mine
Sunflower Mine

Sunflower Mine

Take a fairly difficult Jeep trail to an abandoned mercury mine in the rugged Mazatal Mountains between Mesa and Payson. The section below the mine is somewhat easier than above the mine. We prefer to…
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Total Miles
14.1
Tech Rating
8Difficult
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sunkist
Sunkist

Sunkist

This 7-mile trail across the desert on the east side of Quartzsite is one of the main trails to go north or south to other trails. It is dusty and very rough in places, but…
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Total Miles
7.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sunkist Spur 1
Sunkist Spur 1

Sunkist Spur 1

Just under 4 miles, Sunkist Spur #1 connects Sunkist to West End Preacher Pass Trail. It takes you close to the mountains as you move east away from Quartzsite. In the AZ desert, always be…
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Total Miles
3.8
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sunnyside
Sunnyside

Sunnyside

The trail winds its way to the Sunnyside Canyon Trailhead along the iconic Arizona Trail, beginning with a rugged, rocky path that gradually softens into a smoother journey. As the trail descends into the valley,…
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Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Winter, Fall, Summer
Learn more about Sunnyside Canyon
Sunnyside Canyon

Sunnyside Canyon

Sunnyside Canyon is a narrow, single-track dirt road with numerous spurs and offshoots that invite exploration. The trail is unmaintained and rocky, stretching long and flat with certain sections that require slow, careful navigation due…
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Total Miles
4.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sunrise Mine & 3 Hill Mine Connection
Sunrise Mine & 3 Hill Mine Connection

Sunrise Mine & 3 Hill Mine Connection

This connection trail has lots of washouts and steep ruts that could drag the rear end on longer-wheelbase vehicles. The trail connects the 3-Hill Mine Trail to the Sunshine Mine Trail. It's also a connector…
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Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter

ATV trails in Arizona

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 Scrub Oak Bypass

Scrub Oak Bypass

This short trail connects Forest Road 9495F with Forest Road 9494F. The majority of this trail is dirt with a small rock garden as you start to traverse up a small hill climb. At the…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 00132d Road
00132d Road

00132d Road

Really cool white dirt in some sections that does turn into a horrible white dust cloud when it's dry out. The road has spotty cell phone service in sections. Not winter maintained. Offers access to…
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Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about 00237 Road
00237 Road

00237 Road

This road does have rough rocky patches, but nothing too crazy. There is a water crossing when it's raining or during winter thaw. Not suited for low clearance vehicles. Typically unmaintained in winter. There is…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall
Learn more about 00296 Road
00296 Road

00296 Road

This road will become a muddy mess when wet, a few sections of the road are slightly rutted out. There is spotty cell phone service on this road. Possible camp spots. You will find a…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring

UTV/side-by-side trails in Arizona

Learn more about Scrub Oak Bypass
 Scrub Oak Bypass

Scrub Oak Bypass

This short trail connects Forest Road 9495F with Forest Road 9494F. The majority of this trail is dirt with a small rock garden as you start to traverse up a small hill climb. At the…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 00132d Road
00132d Road

00132d Road

Really cool white dirt in some sections that does turn into a horrible white dust cloud when it's dry out. The road has spotty cell phone service in sections. Not winter maintained. Offers access to…
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Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about 00237 Road
00237 Road

00237 Road

This road does have rough rocky patches, but nothing too crazy. There is a water crossing when it's raining or during winter thaw. Not suited for low clearance vehicles. Typically unmaintained in winter. There is…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall
Learn more about 00296 Road
00296 Road

00296 Road

This road will become a muddy mess when wet, a few sections of the road are slightly rutted out. There is spotty cell phone service on this road. Possible camp spots. You will find a…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring

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