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Saturday, December 14, 2024
Other Names | Tonto National Forest, Sugarloaf Mountain, Rolls OHV Area, Sycamore Creek OHV Area |
Last Known Status | Open |
Deep sand washes, steep cliffs, desert single track, huge play areas, and ridge top Jeep and ATV trails with panoramic mountain views are among the many things this place has to offer. Overnight camping is permitted and there are numerous sites that are suitable for large RVs.
The four peaks for which this area is named provide a great backdrop but the most notable features of this area are the steep canyon chutes carved into the hillside of the main wash.
Nearby Saguaro Lake has a marina, beach area and boat rentals, as well as a secluded campground that is only accessible by a boat. Be sure to bring an EZ-Up and some water because there are no services and the climate is hot and dry.
Permit Required | Yes | AZGFD sticker required |
Dates Open | Year-Round | |
Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | All non-residents must purchase an Arizona OHV decal. |
Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
Whip Flags | Not Required | |
Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
ATVs | Permitted | |
UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 18 by state law (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
Camping | No Restriction | (camp anywhere) |
Campfires | No Restriction | |
Night Riding | Unknown | Not Recommended |
Trail Blazing | Some Areas | |
Rule Enforcement | Few/Periodic |
Approx Size | 27,000 acres (42 sq mi) | |
Miles Of Trail | 65 | |
Climate Type | Desert | |
Elevation | 1500 to 2800 ft. | |
Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Not Maintained | |
Loose Dirt | Some | |
Hard Pack | Some | |
Sand | Some | |
Mud | Little | |
Dust | Mostly | |
Rocks | Little | |
Trees | Some | |
Steep Hills | Some | |
Water Crossings | Some | |
Small Jumps | Many | |
Large Jumps | Some | |
Berms | Many | |
Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
Single Track | None | |
Roads | Some | |
Intersections | Many | |
Rider Traffic | Many | |
Shade | Few | |
Ranges/Gunfire | Many | |
Hazards | Some | (hazards not marked) Beware of cliffs. steep drop-offs, blind chutes & corners |
Novice | Some | |
Amateur | Mostly | |
Expert | Little |
Area | Motorized Trails |
Land | National Forest |
Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Baja Gas Station (480) 837-3506 |
Diesel | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Baja Gas Station (480) 837-3506 |
Water | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Eagle View RV Resort (480) 789-5310 or (800) 843-3678 |
RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Eagle View RV Resort (480) 789-5310 or (800) 843-3678 |
RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Eagle View RV Resort (480) 789-5310 or (800) 843-3678 |
Campground | On Site | |
Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Bashas' (480) 837-1750 |
Parking | (None) |
Entry | (None) |
Riding | (None) |
Camping | (None) |
Pros | free, large area, variety of terrain, cool play areas |
Cons | a lot of trash & debris, can get crowded on weekends |
Our Rating | Good |
Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
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Nearest City | Fort McDowell, AZ | ||
Address | N Beeline Hwy, Fort McDowell, AZ 85264 | ||
| From: Phoenix, AZ
1) Take SR-87 (Beeline Hwy) North about 25 miles 2) Turn left (west) on NF-402 (or right on Four Peaks Road) 3) Various staging areas are available along the road. |
Contact Info | Tonto National Forest - Supervisor's Office 2324 E. Mcdowell Road Phoenix, AZ 85006 (602) 225-5200 mailroom_r3_tonto@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
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