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The Desert Vista OHV Area, located in the Tonto National Forest near Cave Creek, is a large trail system with over 100 miles of routes. For dirt bike riders, the area offers a diverse mix of challenging trails, including dedicated single-track, double-track, and sandy washes with banked turns. The terrain is rated as moderate to very difficult, all trails are two-way, and the landscape is an exposed Sonoran Desert environment with no shade.
While no specific OHV permit is currently required for the trail system, a Tonto National Forest recreation pass is necessary if you access developed areas like Needle Rock along the Verde River. The staging area is primitive with no water or other services, so riders must be completely self-sufficient. It is recommended to contact the Cave Creek Ranger District for current trail conditions and pass requirements before visiting.Dirt Bike Trail System
Desert Vista OHV Area
AKA: Pima-Bartlett Motorcycle Loop, Bartlett Dam Rd, Bartlett Single Track, Tonto National Forest, Pima Single Track, Wildcat, Granite Mountain Multiuse Area, Pima And Dynamite, The Powerlines, FSR 513, Wild Cat OHV Area, Wildcat OHV Area
Scottsdale, AZ
Off-Road Trails
Trail System Statistics
Braaply Rating
Good
Approximate Size
48,000 acres (75 sq mi)
Miles of Trail
40 miles
Elevation Range
2600 to 3300 ft.
Operating Season
All Year
About Desert Vista OHV Area
The Desert Vista OHV Area, located in the Tonto National Forest near Cave Creek, is a large trail system with over 100 miles of routes. For dirt bike riders, the area offers a diverse mix of challenging trails, including dedicated single-track, double-track, and sandy washes with banked turns. The terrain is rated as moderate to very difficult, all trails are two-way, and the landscape is an exposed Sonoran Desert environment with no shade. While no specific OHV permit is currently required for the trail system, a Tonto National Forest recreation pass is necessary if you access developed...
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Terrain Details
Surface Types
Loose Dirt
Few
Hard Pack
Mostly
Sand
Few
Rocks
Little
Natural Features
Trees
Few
Steep Hills
Few
Water Crossings
None
Trail Features
Small Jumps
Many
Large Jumps
Few
Berms
Many
Pits
None
Trail Types
Singletrack
None
Roads
Few
Traffic & Safety
Rider Traffic
Few
Hazards
Few
Difficulty Levels
Novice Terrain
Few
Amateur Terrain
Mostly
Expert Terrain
Little
Terrain Difficulty
Terrain for a variety of skill levels.
Trail Maintenance
Trails are marked, though not rated for difficulty, and somewhat maintained.
Getting Here & Info
Parking
No parking fees reported.
Camping
Camping is allowed (camp anywhere).
Permit Required
Yes
Permit Info
AZGFD sticker required
Operating Season
All Year
Trailhead Coordinates
33.847664, -111.8005813
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