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TRAIL RATING
Arizona State Association of 4-Wheel Drive
clubs, Inc.
Improved dirt roads, such as fire roads. Passable by most 2-wheel drive
vehicles.
Unimproved dirt roads. Pot holes, minor wash-outs, medium size rocks,
mud holes. Higher ground clearance recommended. 4-wheel drive helpful.
Difficult trail: Loose gravel, large pot holes, steep inclines, large
rocks. 4-wheel drive required. Possible with stock vehicle. Aggressive
tread and low air pressure recommended. Higher than stock ground
clearance advisable. Low range gears used often. Moderate experience and
driving skill advised. Likely paint damage, possible rocker-panel
damage.
More difficult trail: Very rugged terrain. Loose gravel, large pot
holes, steep inclines, boulders, possibly all combined. Low-range
4-wheel drive necessary. Difficult for stock vehicles. Higher than stock
ground clearance required. Lockers or limited-slip differentials highly
recommended. Aggressive tread and low air pressure required. Above
average off-highway driving skill required. At least one member of the
party should have a high-lift jack. A winch could also be helpful.
Likely paint damage, possible vehicle body and/or mechanical damage.
Most difficult trail: Extremely rugged terrain. Very steep inclines,
large boulders, potentially dangerous situations. Not possible for stock
vehicles. High level of off-highway driving skill required. Highly
modified vehicle required, including lift, lockers, and over-sized
tires. Likely paint damage, possible vehicle body and/or mechanical
damage. Possibility of rollover. At least one member of the party should
have a winch.
Contact the trip leader regarding specific obstacles and
difficulty for individual trips.
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