Salt River Canyon Off-Roading Adventure Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Ash Creek Canyon in Chrysotile, AZ is the area of Tonto National Forest Northeast of Globe, AZ. This off-road adventure travels through land that the Forest Service deems the most natural untouched land in Arizona. It is one of the most beautiful areas in the entire state.

Expect to see beautiful mountainous desert scenery including; Unique trees, plants, cactus, and wildflowers that are native to the Sonoran Desert. You will also experience the beautiful canyon views including sheer cliffs, Ash Creek, and even the Upper Salt River. There will be lots of picturesque views of: Wild Animals such as Eagles and other birds, Snakes, Lizards, and Free-Range Cattle. You will experience the Adventure of off-roading and being able to travel through forest trails and rocky mountain paths. The Tour will take you into wild and rarely traveled places you'd be unlikely to see on your own. The tour is guided and driven by our experienced tour guides to ensure safety.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Tonto National Forest

After we leave the cattle ranch, we will be driving through high plains dessert with Juniper and other pine trees. We will then travel on a forest service road along mountain passes to an old mining facility that overlooks the Salt River Canyon. We will then stop and look at several old mining buildings and take in the views of the Salt River Canyon. The stop will take approximately 30 minutes.

Admission Not Applicable

Salt River Canyon Scenic Drive

The ride will continue past Cenec Lake and its abandoned resort. Then there will be a short drive back on the highway back to the starting point.

Admission Not Applicable