Guijas Loop Road

Trail Overview

This off-road trail in the Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge offers a mix of terrain, transitioning from open grasslands into a more mountainous landscape. Along the route, drivers may experience some pinstriping due to the dense vegetation. The southern road to the tower is relatively well-maintained, with a few rocky sections that remain manageable for most vehicles. After the tower, the road becomes more difficult with off-camber sections and one technical area that requires a highly capable vehicle or trail reconstruction. The scenery features a combination of cacti and grasslands, creating a diverse and picturesque environment throughout the journey.

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Difficulty

Easy-going travel initially and then rutted and off-camber with a technical area for one mile.

History

The Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge, established in 1985, encompasses over 117,000 acres in the Altar Valley of southern Arizona. This refuge was created to protect and restore the semi-desert grassland ecosystem, providing habitat for a variety of threatened and endangered species, including the masked bobwhite quail and pronghorn.

Technical Rating

Guijas Loop Road can be accessed by the following ride types:

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