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Trip Planner:   USA  /  Arizona  /  Apache Trail Scenic Drive

Apache Trail Scenic Drive, Tortilla Flat

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Once a trail for the Apache tribe through the Superstition Mountains, Apache Trail Scenic Drive showcases the desert Southwest along a now-paved highway known officially as State Route 88. However, portions of the trail remain unpaved, and these rugged sections travel through rough mountains and Saguaro cactuses. Two reservoir lakes, Apache Lake and Canyon Lake, lie just off the road. Be careful when driving the unpaved sections, because the rocks can damage the underside of cars. Some rental companies don't allow clients to take rented SUVs, RVs, or campers onto the unpaved portion. Take a look at our Tortilla Flat road trip planning app to schedule your visit to Apache Trail Scenic Drive and learn about what else to see and do during your holiday.
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  • By chicago20162016
    Scenic drive, lovely scenery but we could only go from Gold Mine Town up to Tortilla Flats, couldn't drive all the way since some sections were closed due to some flooding. Would definitely drive it.....  more
    Scenic drive, lovely scenery but we could only go from Gold Mine Town up to Tortilla Flats, couldn't drive all the way since some sections were closed due to some flooding. Would definitely drive it.....  more »
  • By pkst2016
    If you have about 3 hours to spare while in Phoenix or surrounding area I would highly recommend driving the Apache trail up to tortilla flats. Not much to do once you get there but the drive is... 
    If you have about 3 hours to spare while in Phoenix or surrounding area I would highly recommend driving the Apache trail up to tortilla flats. Not much to do once you get there but the drive is...  more »
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