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The Maverick Trail is a long-distance, 50-plus-mile trail system located in the high-elevation White Mountains of the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, near Pinetop-Lakeside. Primarily designed for and used by ATVs and UTVs, the system is not single-track and consists of rugged, hard-packed trails that wind through a scenic ponderosa pine forest. The trails are width-restricted, with most of the network gated for vehicles 50 inches or less.
Due to its high elevation, this trail system is used for snowmobiling and is generally not rideable during the winter months. The network is accessible from five different trailheads. Contact the Lakeside Ranger District to get the most current information on trail conditions, seasonal closures, and any required permits or fees.Dirt Bike Trail System
Maverick Trail
AKA: Apache - Sitgreaves National Forest, Lakeside Ranger District, Maverick Motorized Trail, White Mountains, Sawmill Road Staging Area, Sky-Hi Staging Area, Timber Mesa Trailhead, Porter Mountain Loop
Pinetop, AZ
Trail System Statistics
Braaply Rating
Good
Miles of Trail
60 miles
Elevation Range
6000 to 7200 ft.
Operating Season
All Year
About Maverick Trail
The Maverick Trail is a long-distance, 50-plus-mile trail system located in the high-elevation White Mountains of the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, near Pinetop-Lakeside. Primarily designed for and used by ATVs and UTVs, the system is not single-track and consists of rugged, hard-packed trails that wind through a scenic ponderosa pine forest. The trails are width-restricted, with most of the network gated for vehicles 50 inches or less. Due to its high elevation, this trail system is used for snowmobiling and is generally not rideable during the winter months. The network is accessible...
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Terrain Details
Surface Types
Loose Dirt
None
Hard Pack
Mostly
Sand
None
Rocks
Few
Natural Features
Trees
Many
Steep Hills
Few
Water Crossings
None
Trail Features
Small Jumps
None
Large Jumps
None
Berms
Few
Pits
None
Trail Types
Singletrack
None
Roads
Few
Traffic & Safety
Hazards
Few
Difficulty Levels
Novice Terrain
Mostly
Amateur Terrain
Few
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.
Terrain Hazards
Watch out for a few areas with hazards (assumed marked but use caution).
Getting Here & Info
Parking
No parking fees reported.
Permit Required
Yes
Permit Info
AZGFD sticker required
Regulations
Camping is not permitted at the staging areas but dispersed camping is allowed alongside the trail.
Operating Season
All Year
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