Arcosanti

Trail Overview

Arcosanti is a wide and easily accessible trail with no obstacles, making it a great option for a smooth ride. Scattered campsites along the route provide convenient spots to stop and enjoy the surroundings. With 5G service available, staying connected won't be an issue. This trail leads to the Arcosanti Community, which was founded in 1970. Arcosanti is a project of The Cosanti Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to inspire a reimagined urbanism that builds resilient and equitable communities sustainably integrated with the natural world. Arcosanti pursues this mission through experimentation and application of the principles of arcology, a combination of the words architecture and ecology that offers an alternative to urban sprawl.

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Difficulty

This is a semi-maintained trail that leads to the interesting community of Arcosanti. Arcosanti is an artist community and offers tours, interactive exhibits, and guided walks. There are numerous large areas for campsites that accommodate large groups or trailers of varying sizes, including larger ones (5th wheels) with plenty of room to pass, turn around, and campout. There are food options and fuel options available, a short drive from the road trail.

Technical Rating

Arcosanti can be accessed by the following ride types:

• High-Clearance 4x4
• SUV
• SxS (60")
• ATV (50")
• Dirt Bike