Round Hill Road - FR224

Total Miles
5.5

Technical Rating

2

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Fall, Winter

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

The trail features low-hanging branches, making it likely that taller vehicles will experience significant pinstriping. While the route is generally straightforward, it does include a deep-cut wash with an off-camber section that can be challenging for longer vehicles with low departure and approach angles. Those with such setups should proceed cautiously, as getting stuck is a real possibility. This trail should not be attempted after rainfall, as the conditions can become treacherous. It intersects with the main road to Arivaca, but camping is prohibited along the route. Wildlife enthusiasts will appreciate the two watering holes along the trail, which provide excellent opportunities for viewing animals in their natural habitat. The trail lacks amenities such as trash disposal, water supply, and limited cell service.

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Round Hill Road - FR224
Round Hill Road - FR224

Difficulty

Deep rutted wash that will be problematic during heavy rains and low departure vehicles.

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

2

Status Reports

There are no status reports yet for this trail.

Round Hill Road - FR224 can be accessed by the following ride types:

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

Access Description

Visitors are encouraged to stay on designated roads to minimize environmental impact and protect sensitive habitats. It's important to note that motorized travel is restricted to these roads, and cross-country vehicle travel is prohibited to preserve the integrity of the refuge's ecosystems. Additionally, specific areas within the refuge, such as the Brown Canyon and Arivaca Management Units, the headquarters area, Pronghorn Drive, and areas near residences and the quail breeding facility, are designated as No-Hunt Zones and may have additional access restrictions.

Round Hill Road - FR224 Map

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