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The Closest Trails to the Valley

ATV tours near you

If you're searching for ATV tours near you in the Phoenix area, you're in the right place. Desert Dog Offroad Adventures rides exclusive Tonto National Forest trails just outside the Valley, the closest real off-road terrain to Scottsdale, Phoenix, Mesa and Tempe. Start with our Scottsdale ATV tours. You drive, we guide, no experience needed.

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  • 45 min from Scottsdale · 50 from Phoenix
  • You drive · no experience needed
  • 4.9★ from 1,700+ riders
  • From $150 / person
Serving the Whole Valley

The nearest guided desert tours, wherever you're staying

Whether you're in Old Town Scottsdale, downtown Phoenix, or out in the East Valley, our trailhead is an easy drive, and closer than the long hauls other outfitters ask for. Come to us, or add round-trip hotel pickup and let us handle the drive.

ScottsdaleOur home base, the closest trails to Old Town & North Scottsdale.
PhoenixAbout 50 minutes from downtown, 45 from Sky Harbor. See our Phoenix tours.
Mesa & TempeA quick drive from the East Valley, see Mesa & Tempe.
Hotel pickupRound-trip resort pickup across the Valley (additional fee).
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How far is it, really

Drive times from wherever you are staying

Our meeting point is the Butcher Jones OHV Staging Area on the Bush Highway near Saguaro Lake, in the Tonto National Forest. Paved roads the whole way; arrive 15 minutes early to park, sign the waiver and gear up.

Fountain HillsAbout 15 minutes.
Mesa and the East ValleyAbout 30 minutes.
Tempe and ASUAbout 40 minutes.
Old Town ScottsdaleAbout 45 minutes.
Phoenix Sky HarborAbout 45 minutes.
Downtown PhoenixAbout 50 minutes.

Round-trip hotel pickup is available for groups across the Valley and priced by group size; ask when you book.

Guided ATV tour at a glance

Serving
Scottsdale, Phoenix, Mesa, Tempe, Fountain Hills & the East Valley
Distance
The closest off-road trails to the Valley · 45 min from Scottsdale, 30 from Mesa, 50 from Phoenix
Price
$299 per 2-seat buggy ($150 per person) · $199 single driver · plus tax & fees
Days
Open 7 days a week · morning and sunset departures
Your buggy
Only your party rides in your buggy, never paired with strangers
You drive
Yes, no experience needed
Ages
Drive 16+ (valid license) · Ride 8+
Included
Expert guide, safety gear, water & snacks, free photos, all trail permits
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Good to Know

ATV tours near me, FAQs

What Valley visitors ask before they book.

How close are your ATV tours to me?
We ride exclusive Tonto National Forest trails just northeast of the Valley, the closest real off-road trails to Scottsdale (about 45 minutes from Old Town), 30 minutes from Mesa and about 50 from downtown Phoenix. You’ll get exact directions when you book; see our maps & directions page.
Which areas do you serve?
Riders come to us from all over the Valley, Scottsdale, Phoenix, Mesa, Tempe, Fountain Hills, Gilbert and Chandler. Hotel and resort pickup across the Valley is available for an additional fee.
Do I need experience to drive?
None. If you can drive a car, you can drive our 800cc U-Drive buggies. A full safety briefing comes first and an expert guide leads the whole route. Drivers must be 16+ with a valid license; riders 8+.
How much does a tour cost, and what’s included?
Tours start at $299 for a 2-seat buggy ($150 per person, or $199 for a single driver) plus tax and fees, and that covers your machine, an expert guide, all safety gear, water and snacks, free adventure photos and every trail permit. Check availability & book.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations are handled by phone and must be made at least 48 hours ahead for a refund, less a cancellation fee of $25 per buggy ($50 per buggy on private tours). Cancel within 48 hours for a 50% refund; within 24 hours, or a no-show, there is no refund. To cancel, call (480) 837-3966.

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The Real Desert

Scottsdale was one road in and one road out. We have run the backcountry beyond it since 1997, and we never left. The tour you book online shows you the postcard. Meet the real desert →