Enjoy a day of adventure in the Sonoran desert, off-roading in a UTV. Depart Phoenix and explore beautiful off-road trails and take in the spectacular desert and mountain vistas.

Immerse yourself in the Sonoran Desert and Tonto National Forest's wonderful scenery. Watch the sunset over the saguaro cacti and desert landscapes at your last stop at a panoramic overview.

Visit an iconic landmark in the Scottsdale Sonoran Preserve. See Geological features and well as flora and fauna that are unique to the Sonoran Desert. Amazing views of the McDowell Mountains and surrounding areas.

• Tom's Thumb Trailhead
• McDowell Sonoran Preserve
• Scottsdale
• Phoenix
• The Gateway Trailhead
• Marcus Landslide Trail
• Sonoran Desert National Monument

• Service animals allowed, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

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

Experience a classic Sonoran Desert hiking trail with a local expert guide on this hiking tour from Phoenix. Take in a breathtaking Arizona sunset against the stunning desert scenery.

Explore the beautiful Sonoran Desert at your own pace with an ATV or UTV rental in Phoenix. Make use of a trail map, safety gear, and vehicle training with an instructor before you head out.

Experience a classic Sonoran Desert hiking trail with a local expert guide.

Looking for one of the best things to do in Scottsdale? Desert Dog Offroad, just minutes from Scottsdale, has been offering guided offroad adventure tours in the Sonoran Desert for over 27 years! Explore the closest desert trails to Scottsdale in your very own 2026 Trail Sport UTV while an expert lo...

• Tonto National Forest
• Lake Saguaro
• Salt River
• Sonoran Desert National Monument

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Must have valid Drivers License to drive., Transportation can be arranged for an additional fee. Uber and Lyft are not recommended. Call for details., Weight restriction per buggy is 400 pounds, Tour runs rain or shine

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

Experience one of the top-rated outdoor activities in Scottsdale with Desert Dog Offroad! For over 27 years, we’ve been Scottsdale’s go-to choice for unforgettable Sonoran Desert off-road tours. Located just minutes from Scottsdale we offer the closest desert trails in The National Forest. Climb in...

• Tonto National Forest
• Lake Saguaro
• Salt River
• Sonoran Desert National Monument

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Transportation can be arranged for an additional fee. Uber and Lyft are not recommended. Call for details., Must have valid Drivers License to drive., Must be 8 years old to be a passenger, Weight restrictions per buggy is 400 pounds, Tour runs rain or shine

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

Just minutes from Scottsdale, Desert Dog Offroad takes you on a one-of-a-kind sunset adventure in the Sonoran Desert. For more than 27 years, we’ve been Scottsdale’s longest-running off-road tour company, and our guided ATV/UTV U-Drive buggy tours in the Tonto National Forest are the perfect way to ...

• Sonoran Desert National Monument
• Lake Saguaro
• Sonoran Desert National Monument

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Tour runs rain or shine, Must have valid Drivers License to drive., Must be 8 years or older to be a passenger, Transportation can be arranged for a fee. Uber and Lyft are not recommended

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

Learn how to drive an ATV with personalized training and guidance from a professional instructor in a Sonoran desert test course.