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A rustic metal shed on a hillside with a mountainous backdrop. 1
Two people standing next to a black ATV with a rugged design, in a natural, outdoor setting with greenery in the background. 2
A canyon landscape with green vegetation and rocky terrain. 3
A canyon with steep rock faces and a river flowing through it. 4
A group of people standing on a trail with a canyon in the background. 5
By Wilds of Arizona
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$332 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • This tour explores one of the most untouched regions of the Tonto National Forest—land the Forest Service considers the most natural terrain left in Arizona. Wilds of Arizona is the only licensed and certified off‑road operator allowed to guide tours here, giving guests rare access to hidden canyons, historic mining sites, and views most travellers never experience. Wildlife sightings may include free‑range cattle, bald and golden eagles, jackrabbits, deer, and even black bear. Guides share the area’s mining history, native plants, and desert ecology while leading you to dramatic overlooks of Salt River Canyon, Ash Creek Canyon, and the wild Upper Salt River. Our CPR‑certified guides carry emergency gear and tools, and our UTVs feature cooling misters for comfort on hot days. This adventure blends rugged off‑roading, rich history, wildlife, and some of the most breathtaking scenery in Arizona.

Activity location

  • Chrysotile
    • 85501, Gila County, Arizona, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Chrysotile
    • 85501, Gila County, Arizona, United States

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Salt River Canyon Off‑Roading Adventure – Scenic UTV Ride

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
NZ$331.52 x 1 AdultNZ$331.52
Total
Price is NZ$331.52

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Soft drink/Pop
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water

Know before you book

    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Chrysotile

  • 30m
After a brief safety talk, we begin on a dirt and rocky trail that climbs along a mountain ridgeline with views of high plains and deep canyons. We pass through a 100,000‑acre cattle ranch, where there’s a good chance of seeing the herd as we continue deeper into the desert.

Tonto National Forest

  • 30m
We cross high plains desert with juniper and pines, then follow a forest road over mountain passes towards an old mining claim. We stop at a mountain ridgeline with 360° views across the range—often considered one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Arizona.

Tonto National Forest

  • 30m
We stop on a mountain pass beside a steep vertical drop that offers the best view of the Salt River Canyon. This heavily forested section opens to an unobstructed overlook, giving guests a dramatic, panoramic view of the canyon below.

Tonto National Forest

  • 30m
We continue along the mountain top and stop near an old mine site. A short hike leads to the canyon’s edge, where you’ll see stunning Salt River Canyon views and historic mining features, including the lift once used to move ore from the river to the mountain top.

Tonto National Forest

  • 30m
We continue past Cenica Lake and its abandoned resort before taking a short highway drive back to the starting point. This final stretch offers a smooth, scenic finish to your Salt River Canyon off‑road adventure.

Location

Activity location

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    Chrysotile
    • 85501, Gila County, Arizona, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Chrysotile
    • 85501, Gila County, Arizona, United States

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