St. Clair Corral

St. Clair Corral begins at a small staging area along North Horseshoe Dam Road, with enough room for 5–6 vehicles to air down before starting. Informational boards at the trailhead provide permit requirements, an overview map, and general area information, making this a well-marked and easy-to-follow starting point.

The trail itself is primarily hard-packed dirt and sand, offering a generally mild driving experience. However, a series of hill climbs, mild off-camber sections, and water-cut ruts along the way elevate the overall difficulty to a moderate rating. These features require careful line selection but remain manageable for high-clearance 4x4s.

Throughout the run, you’ll be treated to impressive views of Saint Clair Peak, Indian Butte, and occasional glimpses of the Mazatzal Mountains rising east of the Verde River. The combination of open desert terrain and distant mountain scenery makes this a visually rewarding trail from start to finish.

The trail concludes at its intersection with the Indian Springs Trail, where you can choose to continue east toward the Verde River or south toward the Indian Spring Trailhead along Bartlett Dam Road.

There are no suitable campsites along this trail.

This trail is part of the Tonto National Forest St. Clair OHV permit area. A permit is required. Use the permit link above for more information.