Black Cross Butte

Total Miles
3.8

Technical Rating

1

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

Dirt trail winds through the beautiful desert landscape, offering dramatic views of canyons, desert flora, and the rugged mountains surrounding you. The trail includes sections of uneven, rocky terrain with occasional washes, and in some places, there are steep drop-offs on either side of the trail. You'll also encounter some tight turns and narrow paths that require careful navigation as this road is shared with other hiking and off-roading enthusiasts.

Photos of Black Cross Butte

Black Cross Butte
Black Cross Butte

Difficulty

The trail includes sections of uneven rocky terrain, there are steep drop-offs on either side of the trail. You'll also encounter some tight turns and narrow paths, but most 4WD & 2WD SUVs can make the trek.

Technical Rating

1

Status Reports

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Access Description

Just passed Tortilla Flats off the Apache Trail (Highway 88) before the pavement ends, make a left onto the trail. There will be a locked mailbox at the beginning of the trail.

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