Apache Trail (SR 88)
Apache Junction, AZ
Length
39 mi
Season
Year-round; check ADOT for closures past Fish Creek Hill
Day-use fee
Free
Permit
Not required
Trail difficulty
Easy · 2/5Rated on PickRV's editorial 1 (novice) to 5 (extreme) scale.
Vehicle types allowed
Permit and access
No specific OHV permit
State highway; section past Tortilla Flat is unpaved.
Known hazards
- Narrow shelf at Fish Creek Hill
- No guardrails
- Section between Tortilla Flat and Roosevelt Dam was closed for slide repair — confirm ADOT status
Editorial tip
Start early — afternoon glare on Fish Creek Hill is rough. Confirm current ADOT closures before committing past Tortilla Flat.
— PickRV editorial team
Official managing-agency source
Trail conditions, permit rates, and seasonal closures change. Always verify the current state of this trail with the managing agency before you ride.
State agency pagehttps://azdot.gov/
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See Arizona off-road rentalsQuestions about Apache Trail (SR 88)
- Is Apache Trail (SR 88) open year-round?
- Season: Year-round; check ADOT for closures past Fish Creek Hill. Always verify current trail status with the managing agency before traveling.
- Do I need a permit to ride Apache Trail (SR 88)?
- No specific OHV permit is required, though State highway; section past Tortilla Flat is unpaved. Standard rules of the managing agency still apply.
- What vehicles are allowed?
- Allowed vehicle types: Jeep, Truck, UTV, Side-by-side. Always confirm street-legal and OHV-registration requirements for your state.
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Arizona rules · last verified 2026-05-10
- Rental tax
- 8.30%
- Min driver age
- 21+ std · 25+ Class A
- Gravel roads
- Allowed — no restriction
- Generator quiet
- 22:00-08:00