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Black Hills Box Canyon

Monday, March 18, 2024

Other Names

Box Canyon, Rincon Road, The Box, Wickenburg Mountains, Constellation Road, Black Hills, Hassayampa River, Rincon Rd., Wickenburg Box Canyon, Fools Canyon, King Solomon Gulch, Blue Tank Wash

Last Known StatusOpen

If you are looking for an alternative to the Florence Box Canyon you can check out this place near Wickenburg. It is more "untamed" than Florence and it will test you on every type of terrain from desert single track to deep water crossings and steep rocky climbs.

Some of the trails cross the Hasayampa River at different points. The river flows most of the year and is usually very shallow and narrow but during some seasons it can get particularly wide and deep making it difficult to cross (see photos). It has a bottom of soft sand that will quickly capture you if you don’t keep some momentum.

There are also several side trails that lead to some mines and small canyons but they are easy to miss so keep your eyes open. There are some spectacular looking rock canyons to explore and although most of these trails dead end after a short distance, some of the routes have short but truly expert-only rock climbs.

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REGULATIONS

Permit RequiredYesAZGFD sticker required
AZ State Trust Land Recreation Permit
Dates OpenYear-Round
Spark ArrestorYesA spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise LimitYes (96 dB)
Whip FlagsNot Required
Maximum Vehicle WidthNo Restriction
Allow Dirt Bikes, Trail Bikes and Motorcycles Motorcycles & Dirt BikesPermitted
Allow All Terrain Vehicles / Quads / Four Wheelers ATVsPermitted
Allow Utility Terrain Vehicles, Side by Sides (SXS), RZR UTV & SXSPermitted
Allow 4x4 Jeeps, SUVs and 4 x 4 Trucks with License Plates SUVs & Jeeps (registered)Permitted
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail
4x4 (unregistered)
Permitted
2 Stroke EnginesNo Restriction
MX Helmet RequiredYouth Onlyrequired for persons under 18 by state law
(RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.)
Camping / Overnight RV Parking CampingNo Restriction(camp anywhere)
Campfire Restrictions CampfiresSome Areas(permitted in developed campsites only)
Night RidingYesNot Recommended
Trail BlazingSome Areas
Rule EnforcementFew/Periodic
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TERRAIN

Approx Size1,000 acres (2 sq mi)
Miles Of Trail10
Climate TypeDesert
Elevation2100 to 2400 ft.
Trail MaintenanceNot Marked, Not Rated, Not Maintained
Loose DirtThis trail has little loose dirt.Little
Hard PackThe trail has some hard pack terrain.Some
SandThis trail has mostly sandy areas.Mostly
MudThe trail has little mud after it rains.Little
DustThe trail has little dust on typical days.Little
RocksThis trail has some rocks.Some
TreesThe trail has few trees.Few
Steep HillsThis trail has some steep hills.Someside trails
Water CrossingsThe trail has many water crossings.Many
Small JumpsThis trail has few small jumps.Few
Large JumpsThis trail has no large jumps.None
BermsThe trail has some berms.Some
Sand/Gravel PitsThis vacant land has no sand or gravel pits.None
Single TrackThis vacant land has no single track trails.None
RoadsThis vacant land has mostly roads.Mostly
IntersectionsThis trail has some intersections.Some
Rider TrafficThe vacant land has few rider traffic on typical days.Few
ShadeThis vacant land has few shaded areas.Few
Ranges/GunfireThis vacant land has few shooting ranges or gunfire.Few
HazardsThis trail has few hazards.Few(hazards not marked)
flash floods
Easy Terrain NoviceThis trail has mostly beginner terrain.Mostly
Moderate Terrain AmateurThis trail has some intermediate level terrain.Some
Difficult Terrain ExpertThis trail has little expert terrain.Little

TYPE OF AREA

AreaMotorized Trails
LandAZ State Trust Land

KEY SERVICES

Gasoline Gasoline1-5 Miles (S)Chevron
Diesel Diesel1-5 Miles (S)Chevron
Potable Water Water1-5 Miles (S)Chevron
RV Hookups RV Hookup5-20 Miles (SE)Desert Cypress RV Park (928) 684-2153
RV Dump Station RV Disposal5-20 Miles (SE)Wickenburg Community Center (928) 668-0565
Primitive Camping Campground5-20 Miles (SE)Constellation Park Campground (928) 684-5451 **no tents**
Convenience Store Conv Store1-5 Miles (S)Chevron

FEES & PASSES

Parking(None)
Entry(None)
Riding(None)
CampingYes
Tent: $8.00
RV: $8.00
Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00
Constellation Park Campground Fee

RATINGS

Prosfree, many water crossing
Constrails are not marked, no real motorcycle trails
Our RatingRatingGood
Recommended Stay1-2 Days
Summer/Fall
Comments(Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments)

DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Nearest CityWickenburg, AZ
AddressScenic Loop Road, Wickenburg, AZ 85390
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Trail MapGo To Trail Map
From: Wickenburg, AZ
For the Northern Staging Area:
1) Take Hwy 60 to Hwy 89/93 junction
2) Turn north onto Hwy 89/93, continue 3.5 miles
3) Turn right (north) onto Scenic Loop Road, continue about 4 miles.

For the Eastern Staging Area:
1) Take Hwy 60 East past Hwy 89/93 junction .4 miles
2) Turn left on El Recreo Drive, continue .9 miles (El Recreo Drive will turn into Constellation Road)
3) Constellation Park Campground will be on the left, turn and stage here.

OFFICIAL CONTACTS

Contact InfoArizona State Trust Land
1616 West Adams Street
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 542-4631
land.az.gov
Contact InfoConstellation Park
1201 Constellation Road
Wickenburg, AZ 85390
(928) 684-5451
hworkman@wickenburgaz.org
dolson@wickenburgaz.org
www.wickenburgaz.org

RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS

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Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

There are a number of shallow canyons like this, but most are dead ends.

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Honda CRF Trail Bike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

There are short challenging rock climbs, with deep sand on the approach, making it difficult to get any speed.

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Honda CRF Motorbike crossing some water at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

You'll have to cross the river multiple times (seasonal).  The bottom is smooth, but very soft.  It's easy to get stuck.

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Honda CRF Dirtbike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

Talk about a tight fit!

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Honda CRF Off-Road Bike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

The most surprising thing about this area is the wide variety of terrain you will find.

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Honda CRF Motorcycle in the water at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

Sand and rocks is what you will find here.

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Honda CRF Off-Road Bike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

This sand play pit is just one of many fun areas to check out.

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Honda CRF Trail Bike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

This canyon was a dead end, but still worth seeing.

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Honda CRF Trail Bike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

The canyons have beautiful earthy colors. The occasional scrub brush and saguaro cactus call this place home.

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Honda CRF Motorcycle in the water at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

This is the entrance to "The Box", which is a tall shallow canyon with a spooky looking primitive campsite.

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Girl riding a Honda CRF Trail Bike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

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Honda CRF Motorcycle at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

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Scenic view of Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

Entrance to "The Box".  Its more of a cave than a trail.  You can't go very far.

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Honda CRF Motorcycle crossing some water at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

A Honda CRF250x is hard to beat in tight woods single track but I had to pin it to get through the water here.  One bobble and it lost all momentum.

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Honda CRF Off-Road Bike in the water at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

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Scenic view at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

This is a view from the hillside near the southern staging area.

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Honda CRF Motorcycle at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

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Terrain example at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

Like we said... very "untamed".  This is a brutal climb, much steep than the photo indicates.

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Honda CRF Off-Road Bike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

The highlights of this place was the unique, colorful and very cool terrain.

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Example of terrain at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

What made spots like this difficult was the soft sand at the base.

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Honda CRF Motorcycle at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

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Honda CRF Trail Bike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

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Honda CRF Dirtbike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

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Honda CRF Motorcycle in the water at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

Most of the river crossings were fairly shallow.

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Honda CRF Dirt Bike crossing some water at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

River crossings are fun!

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Honda CRF Dirt Bike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

The play are overlooks the Hassayampa River.

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RV Trailer Staging Area and Camping at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

This is the northern staging area off Scenic Loop Road. There is plenty of space for all types of RVs and campers.

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Honda CRF Dirt Bike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

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Honda CRF Trail Bike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

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Honda CRF Dirtbike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

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Terrain example at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

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Scenic view of Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

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Honda CRF Dirtbike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

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Honda CRF Motorcycle at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

Rocks and sand.

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Honda CRF Motorcycle at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

Since most of the terrain is sand, you have to be on the gas!

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Honda CRF Motorcycle at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

This was the turnaround point of "The Box". As you can see, its mostly a shallow and narrow canyon but is a popular place to camp.

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Honda CRF Dirtbike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

The Hassayampa River flows by the entrance of "The Box". Very unique.

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Honda CRF Dirt Bike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

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Honda CRF Dirt Bike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

The trails eventually break out into smoother and flatter roads.

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Scenery from Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

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Honda CRF Dirt Bike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

Another shot of the play area.

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Honda CRF Dirt Bike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

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RV Trailer Staging Area and Camping at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

This is the southern staging area off Rincon Road.

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Honda CRF Motorbike at Black Hills Box Canyon Trail

This play area is located just east past "The Box".

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