Smooth Sailing

Total Miles
5.9

Technical Rating

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

After traveling down Maricopa Road 238 and exiting on 99th Avenue in Mobile, turn down a gas pipeline road and you will find an easy trail next to Road 8054. This easy but fun trail leads you on a journey back to 238. This is an amazing place to do night photography.

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Difficulty

This is an easy dirt road but not maintained. Weather may affect travel. It is dusty.

Technical Rating

Status Reports

The road leading up to it over the gas line should be considered part of the trail. It’s basically a wider version that is more sandy.

Officially Closed Sign

Road is closed to motor vehicles. Posted BLM sign at gate.

Dave & Kathi Schweitzer

About a mile of moderate silt bed, would be chancy in 2wheel drive; a few wash outs near Hwy 238 with bypass available; otherwise a fun drive in full size high clearance pickup.

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