Junction in Wash

Air Up or Down

Cattle Guard

Technical Route Access

Wash Crossing

Big Sandy Tank

Chiva Falls
Impressive waterfall, worthy of a visit, but dry in 11/2023

Milder Route Access
A somewhat less technical, but still very rugged route, suitable for moderately equipped vehicles to access Chiva Falls and surrounding area

Steep Obstacle with Bypass

Vault Toilet

Remote Tank

Gas Station
Good prices in 11/2023

Campsite (AZ)
In an area with a lot of 4x4 and OHV recreation, this secluded spot is far away from a lot of activity and should be pretty quiet and private except for the occasional passing vehicle. It is located under a large tree in a high desert valley, with scenic rolling mountains to the east and interesting stone slabs to the west. There is a dramatic wash a short walk to the south that will likely be dry in the fall but flowing in the spring. Cross with caution. This is a flat and spacious dispersed site with enough room for two or three vehicles, and the vegetation and terrain offer superb protection from the elements. There is some spotty cell service, and an acceptable view of the sky for satellite connectivity. It is a lovely campsite relatively close to Tucson, but the forest roads around here are extremely rugged, so a capable, high-clearance, four-wheel drive vehicle is required. This site is a gem in a very rugged landscape, and it recommended!

OHV Staging Area

Bottom of Rock Challenge

Top of Rock Challenge

Turned Around Here
The working angles on this very steep and technical section of trail gave me pause. I was not comfortable traversing alone so I decided to go back down in 11/2023

Potential Campsite
There are a few decent campsites down in this canyon, but it is an area that looks like is sees a lot of OHV traffic. Could be dusty or noisy.

Interesting Junction
Road to the east unexplored as of 11/2023

4x4 - Hill Descent to Falls

4x4 - Falls to Canyon

Dirt - Rugged Main Road (in)

4x4 - Gentle Track to Canyon

4x4 - Canyon to Hill Ascent

4x4 - Very Technical Segment

4x4 - Canyon to Campsite

4x4 - Milder Route to Main Road

4x4 - Wash

4x4 - Campsite to Canyon

Dirt - Rugged Main Road (out)

Street - Access from City