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Thanks for the fabulous jeep tour. Our guide was awesome and we really learned a lot about the history and nature of Arizona.

– Kim W, Az. Biltmore Resort & Spa

I am just writing to tell you what a fantastic time I had last Friday and to thank you for taking me on such a lovely adventure. The desert and the mountains are just beautiful and I feel so lucky to have enjoyed them so close up. Your guide, Flapjack, was just super. He was knowledgeable, friendly, informative and pleasant. He was a great companion for the excursion.

– Karen D, Embry-Riddle, Prescott, AZ

I am so grateful for the personal tour through the desert. It was a terrific experience! You can’t put dollar values on an experience so precious. I was lucky to find someone so knowledgeable of the desert!

– Renae

What a phenomenal hike! We wanted a hike that would challenge us and Apache Trail Tours delivered. The panoramic 360 degree views from the top of the Superstition Mountains was absolutely breathtaking and made the strenuous climb worth it!

– Charlie J, Missouri

Larry was our tour guide today. He was very interesting and informative. My brother-in-law and I had a great time and would highly recommend him. Thanks for the experience.

– Lyle K & Mike C, Kansas

The Tours were Awesome! thank you so much! All the feedback I received was "awesome," "great," guides were so “informative," "did a great job”, & “stopped for photo ops upon request! ", etc. etc. Our thanks to you, Jan and both CJ and Dead Eye for helping make our Rally a success!

– SCW RV Club

Thank you so much for accommodating our group. Everyone loved the trip and raved about their tour guides!

– Julia, B-AABC/Washington DC

We did the three hour tour and it was awesome. Our guide and driver, Rex was so personable and informative. He told us lots of history about the area and also the plant life and some geology. You go down a steep unpaved road-the ride is full of twists and turns. We stopped at a lookout point for photos and some additional info on the plants, etc. I would recommend this trip. It was well worth it.

– Carrie, Pennsylvania

Bouncing in the Arizona desert on a jeep tour gave me more than fanny bruises; I ended up with a burning desire to return for the eight-hour version into the Superstition Mountains. Mule deer, bobcats, jojoba bush, cholla cactus, hedgehog, javelina, jackrabbits, ironwood trees, giant saguaro cactus — Rattlesnake Phil identifies them all and stops for up-close looks. Bounce-challenged as we were, one hour was not enough for this spectacular land.

– Christine Tibbetts, Tibbetts Travel, Tifton, GA

To Rattlesnake Phil, We just wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed the jeep ride. It was the highlight of our vacation and something we won’t soon forget!

– Wendy M, Lititz, PA

The Academy of Travel & Tourism senior class would like to thank you for all of the time and hard work that you invested in our Senior Trip. Your dedication helped make our trip an unforgettable experience. We also appreciate the opportunity that was provided for us in being able to experience Arizona and all it has to offer.

– Miami Fl Senior High

Thank you so much for your gracious hospitality during our fabulous jeep tour on the 28th. What a great time! We will definitely recommend your company to all our groups.

– Maryanne B, Pennsylvania

On behalf of our company I would like to thank you for a fun off-road desert jeep tour ride. Our party had many nice compliments to say about this tour. A good time was had by everyone.

– Sally R, Phoenix, AZ

We are writing to let you know how much we enjoyed our tour. We found the views breathtaking and your guide very informative and knowledgeable of the plant life and the history of the area. We are recommending to all that we know that will be visiting Arizona that it should be a must in their plans that they partake in one of your tours!

– Bud & Sharon A, Lannon, MI

What a wonderful jeep tour and dinner. Thank you for the experience of the Apache Trail and Goldfield Ghost Town. Rattlesnake Phil is a true asset – we learned so much!

– Kristi

Rattlesnake Phil was the most delightful and incredible guide. He has an obvious passion for his job. The tour was so informative and sharing his personal photos absolutely made the tour for us!

– Mary Ann, TN

Thanks so much for the fantastic jeep tour yesterday. Pat was an excellent guide (truly encyclopedic!) and we had a great time.

– Mary, AZ Office of Tourism

We had the great honor of being on your 4 hour tour with Rattlesnake Phil in March. You run wonderful, interesting tours from a great ghost town. Thanks.

– Mary J, Pennsylvania

Your desert tour was fantastic! The kids said they thought it was better than the Indiana Jones ride at Disneyland.

– Courtney S, California

I want to comment on the excellence of the jeep tour. We had an incredible guide, Britannica Pat. He was so knowledgeable and tuned into our comfort. It made the experience for my husband’s 65th. birthday very special.

– M. Wisenski

Your Geo-Caching tour was an absolute blast and we have been raving about it to our office. The whole day was amazing.

– R. Geiger & K. Bloomquist, Tempe Convention & Visitors Bureau

My husband and I went on a 2 hour jeep ride with Ranger Tim today and I just wanted to say how amazing he is as a guide. The tour was the best part of my trip. I even liked it more than the Grand Canyon …. he was so passionate about the desert and knew so much it made the trip amazing. There are very few things that get me excited but your tour was it for me. I want to come back just to do it again. Thanks so much.

– Jen C.

Frequently Asked Questions

Open year round because FUN IS ALWAYS IN SEASON!

We hit the trails rain or shine! Tours are cancelled only in extreme weather conditions or at the discretion of the Tonto National Forest or Apache Trail Tours.

Our guides are trained professionals who devote themselves to providing you the most educational and entertaining tour experience. Although we strive to provide a safe adventure, there are certain dangers involved that are beyond our control. Each guest will be required to sign an acknowledgement of risk.

A credit card is required to hold your reservation. Tours may be cancelled or rescheduled at no additional charge up to 48 hours prior to tour date/time. There are no refunds for cancellations after that time. Tours rescheduled 24 hours prior to original tour date/time, will incur a $10 fee. Reschedules on original tour date/time will incur a $25 charge. No shows will be charged full fare.

Please check in for your tour 15 minutes prior to departure. Jeeps roll on scheduled departure times. Late arrivals will either miss their tour (for which they are still financially responsible for) or their tour will be shortened by the amount of time they are late.

Our tours explore the Superstition Mountain areas as well as the world famous Apache Trail. Our permitted trails include areas in the Tonto National Forest and Bureau of Land Management territory. We are the only outfitters authorized to off-road here and would love to have you join us on the trails where fierce Apache rode and the gold rush took place in the 1800’s.
We offer rugged off-road 4X4 tours, on-road scenic journeys and gold-panning. Combine types of tours or add a steak dinner at sunset for a unique experience. A picture is worth 1000 words…..being there priceless!

The company’s maiden tours in 1993 were in Jeep CJ’s. As business increased, Commanche pick-ups that would seat more people, were added. All of these original vehicles, now over 35 years old, are still used occasionally. However, the fleet has been enhanced and strengthened with the addition of customized Dodge pickups, a Chevy Blazer, and more. Our focus is not on Jeep, it is on providing comfortable, reliable transportation for your tour. Come hit the trails with us – adventure awaits!

Your guide will weave the trails and tales of the old west. We specialize in educating our guests about the history and legends, Native lore and culture, desert resources, and the flora and fauna. We take our role as caretakers seriously and are partners in preservation through education with the United States Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management.
Reservations are always recommended to assure availability on the day and time that you would like for your adventure.
Because of the ruggedness of our tours or the time/distance to/between facilities we do not recommend our tours for pregnant women.
Trail Masters and company personnel reserve the right to refuse service to anyone not physically capable of accessing Jeep seating area without assistance.  Access to seating area may involve stepping up, lifting legs up and over, bending/leaning over, turning sideways, etc.  Tour price less $25 for Trail Master call-out will be refunded if tour cancellation is the decision of Apache Trail Tours personnel.
  • Closed-toe shoes (tennis shoes are fine)
  • Sunscreen and/or hat, sunglasses, lip balm
  • Lightweight wrap (the temperatures along desert floor and through the canyon area of the Apache Trail can vary from turn-to-turn)
  • Camera
Tours start from our office location at Goldfield Ghost Town. Please refer to “Our Location” for detailed directions.
Absolutely!  The minimum age is 2 and we offer a reduced child fare for ages 2-15.
Tour times vary on season sunrise and sunset times.  Departures may be as early as 7 am or as late as 5 pm depending on reservation availability.
A credit card is required to hold your reservation. Tours may be cancelled or rescheduled at no additional charge up to 48 hours prior to tour date/time. There are no refunds for cancellations after that time. Reschedules within 48 hours of tour date/time incur a $10.00 fee. No shows will be charged full fare plus tax.
Tours rescheduled within 48 hours prior to original tour date/time, will incur a $10 fee. There is no reschedule fee for changes prior to the 48 hour window.
Transportation may be available for an additional fare based on our current reservation load.
There are restroom facilities available at Goldfield Ghost town prior to your departure. Facilities are also located at Tortilla Flat and Fish Creek Hill overlook.
We run rain or shine. There’s nothing quite like the fragrance of the Arizona desert in the rain. And who would want to miss the opportunity of seeing the water falls off the canyon walls along the Apache Trail? Of course, full refunds will be issued if there is zero visibility or the trails are closed by the forest service.
Our tour guides work had to provide you with an entertaining and educational experience. Tipping in appreciation of their workmanship is customary and greatly appreciated. The recommended gratuity is 15-20%. The gratuity may be paid directly to the guide or added to your credit card payment.
Our tour vehicles hold up to 8 average size people. Please let us know if anyone in your group is over 6’ tall or over 180 pounds.
Our tour vehicles hold up to 8 average sized people and groups are combined.  Private tours require the purchase of a minimum of six seats.
Yes. Private tours require the purchase of six seats.
Absolutely! We can either add you to a tour that is already reserved or put your name on our waiting list.

Yes, click here.

The office does not need to be open to reserve or run tours.  Phones are answered from 8am to 5pm daily.
We do offer tours during the hot summer months, except for the month of August.  For your comfort and safety, tours typically do not run once the outdoor temperature reaches 105 degrees.
No discounts and specials are offered as a standard practice but repeat customers are rewarded for hitting the trails with us. Be sure to ask for your repeat customer discount. On tours lasting two hours or less, groups of 12-17 receive a 10% discount off the tour price. And, for groups of 18 and up, we cover the gratuity – a savings of 20%!
We supply complimentary bottled water. You are welcome to bring your own contained snacks. Eating is not recommended while the vehicle is in motion.

Tours are available 7 days a week except during the month of August and the following holidays:

  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day
From the central Phoenix valley and equivalent surrounding areas, plan an hour. Our tours depart promptly on time and your credit card will be charged if you are not on board. Please arrive 15-30 minutes prior to your departure time for check-in.

When you call to make a reservation, please advise us in advance of any special needs anyone in your party has. We do not have the capability of carrying wheel chairs. Tour participants must be physically capable of accessing tour vehicle seating area withoutassistance.  Access to seating area may involve stepping up, lifting legs up and over, bending/leaning over, turning sideways, etc.  We will make every effort to accommodate you and provide a comfortable and fun adventure, however Trail Masters and company personnel reserve the right to refuse service to anyone not physically capable of accessing Jeep seating areas.  Tour price less $25 for Trail Master call-out will be refunded if tour cancellation is the decision of Apache Trail Tours personnel.

Alcoholic beverages in cans or plastic ONLY are permitted on the 4×4 desert adventures.  No alcohol can be taken on any tours of the Apache Trail.

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