New River

Long trail climbs through remote Sonoran Desert to forest.

Trail climbs through remote high Sonoran Desert into Tonto National Forest. A State Trust Land permit is required west of forest boundary (see page 16). Unlicensed ATVs, UTVs and dirt bikes are allowed on this trail, provided they have the above permit. At the end of the trail, licensed vehicles can head south on F.S. 24 to Carefree or north to Bloody Basin Road, Trail #33. Camping is allowed on state land (with permit) at the start of trail.

Steep rocky climbs and rutted, washed-out conditions. River is often dry, but can be deep after heavy rains. Most of the trail is easy.