Off-Road Trails in Arizona

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Learn more about Elk Ridge to Matterhorn
Elk Ridge to Matterhorn

Elk Ridge to Matterhorn

The route begins as an easy well-trafficked gravel road, dotted with several gates, then starts down a smaller forest road that follows the power line going in and out of the tree line. The route…
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Total Miles
23.4
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Elk Run
Elk Run

Elk Run

Enjoy a leisurely cruise through the tall pines and big meadows. A few camp spots and off-shoot trails along the way. Tons of wildlife so keep your eyes open for herds of deer and elk.…
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Total Miles
3.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer
Learn more about Elk Spring
Elk Spring

Elk Spring

Elk Spring was one of my favorite trails to map, in one of my favorite sections of this forest. It's a one-lane dirt trail, with no obstacles, as well as no cell service. This trail…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Eloy Canal Trail
Eloy Canal Trail

Eloy Canal Trail

The Eloy Canal Trail travels along the edge of the Arizona state water system on dirt roads parallel to the water. There are trails on either side of the water, with many bridges across. Additionally,…
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Total Miles
12.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Elvis
Elvis

Elvis

Elvis is a rough wash with many difficult obstacles. Most obstacles have bypasses, but even those require a skilled and built Jeep. 33s and lockers are recommended, but not necessary if the more extreme obstacles…
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Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
8Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Emerald Isle Mine
Emerald Isle Mine

Emerald Isle Mine

This route is an out-and-back adventure up to the Emerald Isle Mine. At the time of mapping, the trail up to the mine was open (no barricades or closed gates), but that could potentially change…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Engelstead Tank Cutover
Engelstead Tank Cutover

Engelstead Tank Cutover

This easy two-track is an excellent choice for cutting across the rolling hills. There are tall brown grasses and the occasional small washout, but nothing challenging--just beautiful grassy meadows and lush green forests of juniper…
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Total Miles
4.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Entrance Trail to the Tonto National Forest Desert Vista OHV
Entrance Trail to the Tonto National Forest Desert Vista OHV

Entrance Trail to the Tonto National Forest Desert Vista OHV

This is the new entrance trail to the Tonto National Forest Desert Vista OHV Area as of October 2024. The entrance used to be farther north, but after the closure due to fires, the USFS…
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Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Epic, Interrupted
Epic, Interrupted

Epic, Interrupted

Epic, Interrupted is a soft lament of what could have been an amazing, long, and beautiful trail. The eastern end of the trail is an off-camber erosion fest of Arizona's backcountry. Primarily rock and dirt,…
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Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Escalanta Trail
Escalanta Trail

Escalanta Trail

The Escalanta Trail is a heavily traveled route that offers a moderate driving experience, making it an excellent option for various types of vehicles and skill levels. As you navigate this path, you'll pass several…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Escudilla Mountain
Escudilla Mountain

Escudilla Mountain

This route takes you from US 180/191 up to Terry Flat on the Escudilla Mountains. It passes by Hulsey Lake, a quiet fishing spot, is also along the route. It is also the route to…
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Total Miles
9.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Exit Off Spruce Mountain Road
Exit Off Spruce Mountain Road

Exit Off Spruce Mountain Road

This dirt road is a route that branches off Spruce Mountain Lookout guided trail. The road starts off pretty mellow then starts to get steep and there are several sharp turns with loose rock scattered…
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Total Miles
2.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall
Learn more about Experimental and Rocky
Experimental and Rocky

Experimental and Rocky

This trail picks up off Highway 3 just outside Happy Jack. There is a little bit of cell service at the beginning of this trail, and there are several easy-to-get dispersed campsites with easy access…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about F-14 Tomcat Crash Site Spur
F-14 Tomcat Crash Site Spur

F-14 Tomcat Crash Site Spur

This is a scenic, sandy, unimproved southwest high desert trail that includes a visit to the US Marine Corps F-14 Tomcat crash site. The Tomcat is the same plane that was filmed in the original…
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Total Miles
2.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about F-4 Phantom Crash Site Spur
F-4 Phantom Crash Site Spur

F-4 Phantom Crash Site Spur

This is a scenic, sandy, unimproved southwest high desert trail that includes a visit to the US Marine Corps F-4 Phantom II crash site. The Phantom was designed as an all-weather dual-purpose supersonic air superiority…
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Total Miles
6.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Fair Oaks to Spider Ranch
Fair Oaks to Spider Ranch

Fair Oaks to Spider Ranch

Fair Oaks Road, or Fair Oaks to Spider Ranch is a wide forest road with no obstacles on it. You'll find sections of this road are washboarded, as it gets a ton of traffic. It…
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Total Miles
8.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about FairOaks West
FairOaks West

FairOaks West

Fair Oaks West is an offshoot of the Main Fair Oaks trail. Wide, with no obstacles, this trail accesses more trails, campsites, and hunting areas in this section of the Prescott National Forest. Sections of…
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Total Miles
3.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Falcon Valley Ranch Access
Falcon Valley Ranch Access

Falcon Valley Ranch Access

Falcon Valley Ranch Trail offers a rugged off-road experience, with dips, erosion, and ruts that add mellow technical challenges along the way. The trail features some braiding, requiring attention to stay on the most passable…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Fancher Mine Loop
Fancher Mine Loop

Fancher Mine Loop

This trail is a nice loop that passes by the active Fancher mine. Be aware it's private property, and there are armed guards. The section leading to the mine is wide, easy, and graded. Once…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about FDR 1804/1805
FDR 1804/1805

FDR 1804/1805

This is an alternative direct route from Rolls OHV parking area into the Rolls OHV area. Both 1804 and 1805 are two parts of the same track, which deadends into FDR 1863. This intersection is…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Winter

ATV trails in Arizona

Learn more about Scrub Oak Bypass
 Scrub Oak Bypass

Scrub Oak Bypass

This short trail connects Forest Road 9495F with Forest Road 9494F. The majority of this trail is dirt with a small rock garden as you start to traverse up a small hill climb. At the…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 00132d Road
00132d Road

00132d Road

Really cool white dirt in some sections that does turn into a horrible white dust cloud when it's dry out. The road has spotty cell phone service in sections. Not winter maintained. Offers access to…
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Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about 00237 Road
00237 Road

00237 Road

This road does have rough rocky patches, but nothing too crazy. There is a water crossing when it's raining or during winter thaw. Not suited for low clearance vehicles. Typically unmaintained in winter. There is…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall
Learn more about 00296 Road
00296 Road

00296 Road

This road will become a muddy mess when wet, a few sections of the road are slightly rutted out. There is spotty cell phone service on this road. Possible camp spots. You will find a…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring

UTV/side-by-side trails in Arizona

Learn more about Scrub Oak Bypass
 Scrub Oak Bypass

Scrub Oak Bypass

This short trail connects Forest Road 9495F with Forest Road 9494F. The majority of this trail is dirt with a small rock garden as you start to traverse up a small hill climb. At the…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 00132d Road
00132d Road

00132d Road

Really cool white dirt in some sections that does turn into a horrible white dust cloud when it's dry out. The road has spotty cell phone service in sections. Not winter maintained. Offers access to…
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Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about 00237 Road
00237 Road

00237 Road

This road does have rough rocky patches, but nothing too crazy. There is a water crossing when it's raining or during winter thaw. Not suited for low clearance vehicles. Typically unmaintained in winter. There is…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall
Learn more about 00296 Road
00296 Road

00296 Road

This road will become a muddy mess when wet, a few sections of the road are slightly rutted out. There is spotty cell phone service on this road. Possible camp spots. You will find a…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring

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