Secundino Trail Loop

Total Miles
7.9

Technical Rating

1

Easy

Best Time

Winter, Spring, Fall

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

The trail winds through sandy, sloping grasslands, offering a scenic drive with curving roads that weave through the open landscape. Several well-established campsites with fire rings provide excellent spots to set up camp while enjoying panoramic views reminiscent of the African savanna. The area is home to an abundance of white-tailed deer, and those driving slowly may have the opportunity to spot them along the route. This trail is also a popular choice for cyclists, and a nearby watering hole attracts wildlife, making it an ideal location for animal viewing. Near the old cattle ranch, a ranger's residence or office can be found, adding a historical element to the journey. The trail lacks amenities such as trash disposal and water supply, and it has limited cell service.

Photos of Secundino Trail Loop

Secundino Trail Loop
Secundino Trail Loop

Difficulty

This is a dusty and sandy single track.

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

1

Status Reports

There are no status reports yet for this trail.

Secundino Trail Loop 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.

Secundino Trail Loop Map

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