Junction
Curious road to the west, toward river. Unexplored.

AZ Trail Campsite
A spacious and secluded flat-spot with a primitive stone fire-ring, just off a two-track that doubles as the Arizona Trail, scenic hiking trail. No cell service. Very exposed. Possible hikers in peak season.

Knoll Campsite
Just off of the Arizona Trail, there is a winding two-track spur the makes its way to the top of a nearby knoll, which would be a good place for one vehicle to spend the night. Lovely 360 degree views.

Junction
Two primitive tracks branch off from here. One continues south, the other heads east, and looks like a spur according to the map.

Dangerous Off-Camber
This is where my Sprinter van nearly slid off the trail. This could have ended very badly. While it did not feel unsafe going up, things did not go well coming down. Ensure vehicle axles are perfect centered on track both up-and-down and should be fine.

Too Overgrown for Van
Beyond this point, I was unable to continue south on this primitive county road in my large Sprinter van due to narrow vegetation. An ATV or a smaller SUV would likely be able to continue just fine. Expect scratches.

Overlook Campsite
I didn’t spend the night here, but I enjoyed dinner and sunset. A lovely clearing at the top of the mountain that would be well-suited for an overnight stay in the warm season. Amazing views.

Spacious Campsite
Along a major dirt thoroughfare, there was a small spur that led to a spacious clearing with primitive stone fire ring just off the road. Easy access. Great for groups in quiet and secluded section of desert.

Boondocking Campsite
Not a very desirable campsite, not far from pavement. However, for full-timers, it’s a good spot and I wouldn’t hesitate to set up here for a week. Other similar sites nearby.

Trailhead Staging
A large dirt parking lot for hikers and equestrians along the Arizona Trail.

Defunct Pit Mine

Stream Crossing
Shallow and safe for our Sprinter van during our visit in January, but possibly swollen and dangerous after a major rain event, or during the spring thaw. Use great caution here, and avoid death.

My Campsite
Located a short drive up a mild two-track, this spot is located on BLM land, off a road spur to the west. It looks like other people camp here on occasion, possibly for mining activity. It is a quiet, lovely setting in the Sonoran Desert with views of desert mountains all around. Good cell service. Great privacy. Excellent view of the sky for satellite connectivity. Accessible by any stock, four-wheel drive vehicle. There is enough room for two or three vehicles, and possibly more at neighboring sides. Some industry is visible to the southeast, and occasional sound of a train in the distance. Cattle audible nearby, but saw no trace. Not very far from town for fuel, food, or supplies.

ATV Connector
Junction for degraded track runs west from this point. Connects with another track on my route, but not passable in van. Best suited for ATVs.

Unmarked Gate
Access to defunct pit mine. No signs whatsoever. No locks. Passes through to BLM on the other side of the mine, and trail continues up the mountain. Easement OK.

Gas Station

Air Down Here
Decent spot to air down tires. Also not a bad place to spend the night just off of pavement.

Public Wire Gate
The BLM road is accessed through this wire gate, located just off the highway. There is no room for multiple vehicles to stack up here, and access is on a dangerous, blind curve on the highway. Groups should approach one vehicle at a time, and call out on radio when gate is open.

Junction
Possible spurs leading to a good camping area to the west. Unexplored.

Turn Around
There is a locked private gate just a short walk up the hill from here. This is your best opportunity to turn around. The trail is too rough and narrow up to the gate.

Private Gate

Secluded Campsite
Located in a canyon at the end of a degraded two-track, but accessible by any stock four-wheel drive. This spot offers some lovely privacy. No cell service, but a decent view of the sky for satellite connectivity. Enough room for one or two vehicles.

Open Mine
There are a few walk-in mines along this stretch of road, high up on the mountain. All of them are open and located directly off the side of the trail. Be careful, and stay alive.

Road turns to the east. Looks like a fairly major thoroughfare. Unexplored.

4x4 - Mild Two-Track
Terminates at gate up the mountain.

Street

4x4 - Mild Two-Track
From pavement to mine. Route gets more challenging beyond the upper terminus.

4x4 - Rugged Two-Track
Challenging shelf roads at high elevations, with switchbacks, but gentle and spacious at lower elevations.

Dirt - Smooth Arterial

4x4 - Mild Two-Track

4x4 - Rugged Ascent
Be forewarned, this is ideal for Jeeps, mid-size rigs, and side-by-sides. Winding mountain track with switchbacks and lose terrain. I was able to do it in a Sprinter van, but with some scratches, and great risk at a couple of narrow sections.

Dirt - Smooth Arterial
Features stream crossing, possibly swollen at times.

4x4 - Loose Ascent
This is an enjoyable ascent in a four-wheel drive van, which is wide enough, but is primitive and does feature some loose rocks. Terminates at a gate unremarkably.

4x4 - Overgrown County Road
Was unable to explore in the van due to dense vegetation. Continues along river to the south and looks better suited for side-by-sides.

4x4 - Smooth Two-Track
This section of primitive two-track doubles as the Arizona Trail, scenic hiking route, and features a few nice campsites. It continues south, but did not explore in the van due to time constraints.

4x4 - Degraded Two-Track
Terminates at a decent campsite, accessible by stock vehicles, but beyond this point, the route is overgrown and is best suited for ATVs and side-by-sides.

4x4 - Smooth Two-Track
Doubles as Arizona Trail, return trip.

Dirt - Arterial Thoroughfare