Buzzard Tank Trail

Total Miles
3.4

Elevation

1,431.21 ft

Duration

1 Hours

Technical Rating

4

Moderate

Best Time

Spring, Fall, Winter

Trail Overview

This 3.5-mile out-and-back trail takes you up to Buzzards Tank, which gives you a great overlook of the Verde River. This is a technical trail that requires a modified vehicle, recommend 33" tires and a 2" lift minimum. Good for beginner to intermediate off-roaders. This trail is only open from 1 October to 1 April. You will see several signs indicating a locked gate ahead. This gate is at Buzzards Tank and there is an area large enough for two vehicles to turn around.

Photos of Buzzard Tank Trail

Buzzard Tank Trail
Buzzard Tank Trail

Difficulty

Washed out areas of the trail less than 18" in depth. Loose rocks between 12" - 18" in height.

Technical Rating

4

Popular Trails

The onX Offroad Difference

onX Offroad combines trail photos, descriptions, difficulty ratings, width restrictions, seasonality, and more in a user-friendly interface. Available on all devices, with offline access and full compatibility with CarPlay and Android Auto. Discover what you’re missing today!