Motorcycle Riding Guide

Ride Smarter. Ride Safer.

Arizona Riding Routes

Arizona has many scenic motorcycle routes that offer desert views, mountain roads, and beginner-friendly rides.

Motorcycle riders leaning through a curved road

Ride Routes That Match Your Skill Level

Beginner riders should start with routes that have lighter traffic, good road conditions, and manageable curves before moving on to more technical roads.

Superstition Mountains in Arizona during sunset

Apache Trail (SR 88)

A popular beginner-friendly ride near Phoenix with paved, winding roads through the Superstition Mountains leading toward Canyon Lake and Tortilla Flat.

Road winding through desert

Bush Highway

A scenic and easy ride through the Tonto National Forest, following the Salt River and passing Saguaro Lake.

Route 66 desert road near Oatman

Route 66 (Kingman to Oatman)

A nostalgic ride through desert mountains with twisty roads and a unique stop in Oatman.

Gates Pass desert road

Gates Pass Loop

A short but exciting ride near Tucson with beautiful desert scenery and curves.

Open desert road

Wickenburg to Bagdad

A longer ride with open roads, rolling hills, and low traffic for a relaxed cruise.

stone wall in middle of desert

South Mountain Park

A quick ride in Phoenix leading to Dobbins Lookout with amazing city views.

Get Cruising!

Pick a route, wear your gear, and cruise! With time, you'll grow more comfortable at riding, and be able to take curves and these routes more confidently.