Where to go for ATVing Experiences in Arizona
Offroading and ATV opportunities within Arizona are practically endless. Over half of the state’s land up and down Arizona is open and maintained specifically for public use, granting a vast array of dirt roads and rocky trails to take your vehicle of choice. With lush forests, rolling open deserts, towering red rock formations, and seasonal cool stream crossings, you’re spoiled for choices no matter what time of year you’re looking to head out— though the time of year and what your personal vehicle can handle will certainly make this choice a bit easier. With so many areas to pick from it’s difficult to narrow the recommendations down, so we’ve compiled a list not only of our favorite areas to go off-road, but also great trails to start on so you can get the best introduction to the possibilities waiting to be explored.
If you’re down in Southern Arizona, there are a plethora of trails in and around the communities surrounding Tucson. Whether you’re looking for a long drive down dirt and desert roads, a chance to stop and see some petroglyphs, or…
Stretching all the way from Mexico to Canada, this National Millennium Trail runs through five western states— and its first 800 or so miles start in Arizona. You can take this historical trail for either a small day trip or…
Located in Southwestern Arizona, this highly rated trail is a 20.2 mile hidden gem that doesn’t see as much activity as other major ATV hubs in the state. It’s fairly easy going for many vehicles and is accessible for drivers…
Looking for an easy access area? Then this is the perfect spot whether you’re a novice to off-roading or looking for a difficult challenge. The OHV area has twelve campgrounds with full comfortable amenities if you’re thinking about an extended…
Located high in the Bradshaw Mountains, Crown King has a reputation for being a little out there… both in the intriguing events that make up much of the town’s energy and in the rugged roads you’ll need to take to…
About an hour and a half north of Phoenix and close to Prescott, Camp Verde sits on the eastern side of the Prescott National Forest. Similar to Prescott, Camp Verde boosts a large trail system that ties it in all…
