FR 11

4.7/5 (11 reviews)
Fountain Hills, Arizona (Maricopa County)
Last Updated: 07/07/2021

Trail Information

Highlights

Deep in the heart of the Mazatzal wilderness is a trail full of Saguaro fields, washes, and great camp sites. If this trail sounds like fun to you, then you need to head up to Four Peaks and check out Forest Road 11. While it doesn't offer the most jaw-dropping views, it does offer seclusion and plenty of intersecting trails to entertain your inner explorer.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

Trail Navigation

Trail Reviews

4.7/5 (11)
200
Open
Rated 5/5
Visited: 04/30/2023
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

Made it no problem in a stock 4Runner
200
Open
Rated 5/5
Visited: 04/30/2023
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

Made it no problem in stock 4Runner
Open
Rated 5/5
Visited: 01/08/2023
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

I can honestly say, days like today are why we live in Arizona. It was sunny and a perfect temperature. We had an absolute blast with 8 other Broncos today on Forest Trail 11. We met at the trailhead at 10 am and quickly aired down. By 10:15, 7 Broncos were heading out on the trail. Before we turned off the main road onto trail 11, we heard on the radio of another Bronco coming up to us. We pulled over and were joined by another Bronco. Now our herd had grown to 8 Broncos. Heading down the trail you could see where the rain had done some damage to the trail. Luckily we were able to navigate around the washouts. After navigating around a couple rough spots on the road we reached the bottom of the hill and entered the wash and proceeded downstream. Shortly after entering the wash we spotted a water tank and windmill so we turned off the route to investigate and take the obligatory photos. Again we headed back downstream in the creek bed. Approaching a rock obstacle you could see that there was tire tracks going around it to the left. Stopping to investigate, we quickly determined that going over the rock ledge wasn't in the best interest of rear bumper or our shorts for that matter. Once everyone was around safely we took the opportunity to show the others how capable these rigs are. SeeMore attempted to climb the ledge in several spots. Realizing that the breakover was a little too much, SeeMore backed down and did a more prudent climb up the right side of the obstacle. About another mile down the trail there was a giant rock outcropping just begging to be driven over by the mighty Bronco herd. This was a perfect opportunity to try your hand at climbing a steep obstacle with little fear of damage. The incline was still a impressive 25° going up and 20° going down the other side. Once everyone got a turn at the climb and descend we had them take their Broncos on the sidehill and it was an intimidating 18° which may not sound like much, until your the one in the drivers or passengers seat. As we were just finishing up, along came another Bronco. We showed him what we were doing and had him try the obstacle as well. Now that everyone was done practicing we continued on our way down the trail. Stopping for a few more photo ops along the way. Back at the highway we pulled over to begin the process of airing up our tires. We bid our farewells to everyone and wished those going back on the trail safe travels. All in all this is a very easy trail, suitable for most any vehicle. Very little traffic and only a few people camping or shooting throughout the trail. Happy Trails!
Official Crew
74350
Open
Visited: 07/07/2021

Arizona National Forests and State Lands are back open for travel. There are still some very important fire restrictions in place. These restrictions can often change by specific areas.
Official Crew
74350
Temporary Closure
Visited: 06/25/2021

Tonto National Forest officials will close the state’s largest national forest due to ongoing extreme fire danger beginning at 8 a.m. on Friday, June 25. The forest is implementing this forest closure as a precaution to protect the health and safety of the public, employees and firefighters by reducing the risk of human-caused fires. No one is allowed in the closure area, including Forest Service personnel, unless they are responding to a wildfire or other emergency or patrolling to ensure enforcement of the closure. The order shall remain in effect until July 31, 2021 or until rescinded, whichever occurs first. Residents or businesses using roads in the restricted area to the extent necessary to access their private property are exempt.

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