Many drivers opt to skip this unremarkable backroad. There is a 6-mile section of the road that climbs and winds up the mountain, but other than that, it is pretty uneventful. Unlicensed vehicles are okay… Learn more about Backway to Mount Lemmon
Total Miles
45.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su
Whipple Obervatory Rally
Are you visiting family in Tucson and want to scratch that dirt road itch? Looking for a quick and easy adventure with sweeping views? Do you want to rally your family's crossover by taking the… Learn more about Whipple Obervatory Rally
Total Miles
7.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa / Wi
Copper Creek Trail
This trail starts out on Arizona State Trust land which requires a permit from the state and are easy to get and last year. It also crosses private land and requires each rig to sign… Learn more about Copper Creek Trail
Total Miles
12.5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Sp
Jackson Cabin
This trail is a long day, but we thought it was well worth the trip. The scenery is nice, there is a natural bridge, and the cabin is interesting. You will pass through Muleshoe Ranch… Learn more about Jackson Cabin
Total Miles
26.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa
Old 96 Ranch
This biggest portion of this Jeep trail is an easy and relaxing trip on a well-maintained gravel road from Highway 79 south of Florence to Highway 77 at Dudleyville. This is where you can explore… Learn more about Old 96 Ranch
This is a great dirt trail with scenic views. Go right past the historic "Yellow Jacket Mine" and see all the equipment left there. Plenty of views of the surrounding hills and even all the… Learn more about Yellow Jacket Loop
Total Miles
8.8
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp
Ruby Road
Scenic views on this trail plus go by the historic ghost town of Ruby Arizona! The road will take you within 2.6 miles of the border with Mexico and along with the views, you'll pass… Learn more about Ruby Road
Total Miles
19.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su
Chilito Mine
Chilto Mine road takes you to around 2,500 feet in about 3 miles. With great views of the valley you start in. The bonus is that it gets a little tougher at the Chilito Mine… Learn more about Chilito Mine
Total Miles
5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi
Sawtooth Mountain Loop
AZ State Trust permit required. This is a scenic trail that circles around the Sawtooth Mountains. The trail is on BLM and AZ State Trust and skirts private land. You will experience forests of cholla… Learn more about Sawtooth Mountain Loop
Total Miles
22.8
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi
Pioneer Pass
Pioneer Pass starts near the center of Globe, circles the south side of Pinal Peak, and ends on Forest Service Road 651 leading to Pinal Peak. Climb to Pioneer Pass at 6,000' elevation, drop into… Learn more about Pioneer Pass
Total Miles
20.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
West Swift Trail 366
The West Swift Trail is the route to the top of Clark Peak. This 6-mile road is a rough dirt road with a few rock ledges and potholes. It is wide in many areas and… Learn more about West Swift Trail 366
Total Miles
6.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Pinto to Pinal
This Jeep trail is 50 miles, including the road up to and down from Pinal Peak and the one out to Madera Peak.This series of easy, scenic roads will take you from Pinto Mine Road… Learn more about Pinto to Pinal
Total Miles
29.6
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Wagon Tracks, Apache Tears and Arnett Canyon
Begin at the east end of the airport and follow the trail to the Wagon Tracks. According to the Tom Kollenborn Chronicles the tracks were the results of the ore wagons hauling silver ore from… Learn more about Wagon Tracks, Apache Tears and Arnett Canyon
Total Miles
2.5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Putz Cemetery and Superior View
A trail to some historical graves and a fantastic viewpoint. A pretty drive even if you don't care for the history, but we recommend checking the history section below. From US 60, go directly across… Learn more about Putz Cemetery and Superior View
Total Miles
4.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Pucker Ridge Bat Cave
A short distance after the Mini Grand Canyon you have a chance to hike to the Bat Cave. This will probably take an hour and involve a small bit of rock scrambling. Drive to the… Learn more about Pucker Ridge Bat Cave
Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Peralta road
Peralta road is an easy, graded dirt road. Although the road is not challenging, it still leads to great views and has plenty of turn-offs for dispersed camping. If you are into hiking, this road… Learn more about Peralta road
Total Miles
11.7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi
Bulldog Wash
This trail is just off Ellsworth Road, and takes you right to Bulldog Canyon trail. Most of it is a sandy wash that weaves around the Arizona desert. Expect some canyon walls, with one one… Learn more about Bulldog Wash
Total Miles
3.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Sonoran Desert 8009
Take Freeman Road exit about 17 miles east of Gila Bend. BLM. Camping is available, but put some distance between yourself and the interstate. It is an easy drive, though clearance is necessary in some… Learn more about Sonoran Desert 8009
Total Miles
11.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi
Black Hills Back Country Byway
The Black Hills Back Country Byway is an unpaved road that provides access to thousands of acres of BLM land. There are many areas to camp, hike, mountain bike, or explore side tracks via 4x4.… Learn more about Black Hills Back Country Byway
Total Miles
20.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi
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