Vulture Mine

Total Miles
12.7

Elevation

748.88 ft

Duration

3 Hours

Technical Rating

5

Moderate

Best Time

Fall, Winter

Trail Overview

You'll want to have clear directions on this network of trails as there are many different side roads and washes that branch off of it. Interesting mines and ruins make it a fun route, but make sure you come prepared with water and supplies, as it gets very little use.

Photos of Vulture Mine

Vulture Mine
Vulture Mine

Difficulty

Moderate: Hard-packed dirt and gravel with occasional rocky sections. Soft sand in river bed. Brush marks likely. Aggressive SUVs only.

Technical Rating

5

Status Reports

Will D
Jul 04, 2024
4x4
Open
Normal
Ty Durrer
Feb 04, 2024
4x4
Open
Normal
Muddy/Wet
Chris Mac
Jan 27, 2024
4x4
Open
Normal
Steven Penoyer
Jan 01, 2024
4x4
Open
Normal
Very nice trail, not many close bushes for AZ pin striping.

Access Description

From Phoenix, head northwest about 35 miles on Highway 60. Before Morristown, turn left on Gates Road at mile marker 121 and head west. Bear right at large fork at 1.4 miles. Start of trail is on left next to river at 2.3 miles.

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