9060 Turtleback Tank

Trail Overview

This is a relatively short trail that leads into another network of trails. It ends at the Turtle Back water tank, which is quite pretty. Multiple trails lead out from the tank. This trail is bumpy, rocky, and slow, with long uphill and downhill loose rocky sections. There are several shelves and some washouts to navigate across that have steep entries and exits with sandy bottoms. It's a fun trail with great beginner or stock vehicle challenges. The cell service through AT&T is intermittent, with one bar fading to none. There doesn't seem to be any data available, so it would be best to download your offline maps before heading to the area. There is some possible dispersed camping near the tank. However, do not camp within 200 feet of the water. Being in the desert, be sure to pack extra water and supplies. If you're lucky, you will spot some deer or coyotes while you explore the area.

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Difficulty

This trail has some fun obstacles. There are loose and rocky, short, steep hill climbs and descents. A few rocky sections require careful tire placement so as not to pop a sidewall. As you cross, there are some steep entrances and exits into and out of the washes.

History

This route is on Arizona State Trust Land. This land requires a yearly permit that can be purchased and printed online. The permits allow certain recreational activities, including camping, bicycling, bird watching, GPS-based recreational activities (geocaching), hiking, horseback riding, off-highway vehicle (OHV) usage, photography, picnicking, and sightseeing. There are a few permit options depending on your use type: An Individual Permit is $15 and grants a single person access to State Trust Land for the above-listed purposes. The permit is good for one year from the date of purchase. A Family Permit costs $20 and grants a family unit (two adults and their children under 18) access to State Trust Land for the above-listed activities. The permit is good for one year from the date of purchase. A Small-Group Permit costs $15 and grants up to 19 people access to State Trust Land locations for five consecutive days for certain types of non-commercial recreational activities, including the above-listed activities. The permit is good for one year from the date of purchase. A Large-group Permit is for a group larger than 20 people. You must apply for this size separately online and be approved for group activities of this size. Responsibilities: Permittee(s) shall respect the land and adhere to the terms and conditions of the permit at all times. Permittee(s) shall comply with all federal, state, county, and municipal laws and ordinances while on State Trust Land. The Permittee(s) shall have the permit with them at all times while recreating on State Trust Land and have it readily available if stopped by law enforcement or any State Land Department staff. The Permittee(s) shall not remove natural products from or visit archaeological sites on State Trust Land. The Permittee(s) shall not create or leave any trash on State Trust Land, except for geocaches placed according to ASLD. The Permittee(s) shall not discharge a firearm on State Trust Land except pursuant to lawful and licensed hunting. An ASLD Recreational Permit is not required for individuals with a valid hunting and fishing license who are actively pursuing game or fish. The Permittee(s) shall only participate in OHV usage on State Trust Land with an ASLD Recreational Permit and an OHV decal or license plate. The Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) is the issuing agency for the OHV decal, certificates of title, registrations, and license plates.

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