9D Technical Trail

Total Miles
3.6

Technical Rating

4

Moderate

Best Time

Spring, Fall

Trail Type

High-Clearance 4x4 Trail

Accessible By

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9D Technical Trail
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Trail Overview

This 3.7-mile point-to-point trail starts in the Fossil Creek Valley and climbs up to Mogollon Mesa. Enjoy the sweeping views of the Fossil Creek area. This trail is only open from October to April. This is a great trail for the beginner to an intermediate off-roader. Many washed-out portions of the trail provide off-camber obstacles to negotiate. Recommend 33" tires and a 2" lift for this trail.

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9D Technical Trail
9D Technical Trail

Difficulty

There are several off-camber sections through washed-out portions of the trail and rocks up to 18' in height.

Technical Rating

4

Status Reports

Adam B
Apr 20, 2024
2021 Jeep Wrangler
Temporarily Closed
Seasonal Closure
Closed Gate
Posted Sign
Trail is closed by a locked gate on north side due to seasonal permit closures. Not sure if accessible from Fossil Creek side. Kind of a pain to turn around at the gate (especially if with multiple vehicles) would suggest turning around at top of hill.
Offroader S
Aug 13, 2023
4x4
Temporarily Closed
Seasonal Closure

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