Sonoran Desert To MountainTop Jeep Tour minutes from Scottsdale

5.0 (27 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation

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27 reviews

5.0

Exhilarating Mountainside Ride to Gold Mine — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Road to Rackensack in Spring — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Board our Custom Jeep Gladiator and head ten minutes North into Tonto National Forest for off-road slow-crawl through Rackensack Canyon. Your expert desert guide will identify unique plants of the rugged Upper Sonoran Desert along with discussion of the Canyon's Ancient Indian Ruins.

You then climb 900 vertical feet over 1.5 miles into Chaparral Vegetation zone with breathtaking views at 4500 foot elevation summit. The short ride to the top can be a bit dusty & bouncy but is also exhilarating fun with entertaining narration and educational photo stops along trail.

At the Rammed Earth, Mountain Top Studio you will enjoy complimentary snacks with free time to relax on patio while taking in jaw dropping vistas or try your hand at Steer Head Roping, Cornhole and Horseshoes before return trip to Civilization.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 9 people
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English
Operated by: Rackensack Canyon Tours

Ages: Children (2–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Complementary Snacks at Mountaintop Studio
Included: Gift Shop
Included: Studio Activities: Steer Head Roping, Cornhole & Horseshoes
Included: Restroom Facilities

Not included

Not included: Tour Guide gratuity

Itinerary

Town of Carefree Sundial

10 min

Designated Departure location for our tours is in Carefree, Arizona Town Center on the East side of their World Famous Sundial. Come early and stay late to enjoy the small town hospitality of this beautiful community with excellent restaurants and unique shops in abundance.

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Tonto National Forest

1 h 20 min

Our private Road Easement in Tonto National Forest is connected to North Scottsdale/Carefree, Arizona. The trailhead is located 15 minutes northeast of our pickup location from the Sundial in Carefree.
Stop 3

one hour

We own the destination Mountain Top Sanctuary that you will be visiting which allows us to offer unique boutique style sojourns unlike any other. From spectacular wildflowers in spring to an occasional dusting of snow in Winter or mesmerizing panoramic views from the summit, each of our tours provide a Unique Arizona adventure that is available exclusively from Rackensack Canyon Tours.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Pickup at Carefree Town Center on East side of their World Famous 35 Foot Tall Sundial (Near Hampton Inn). White Jeep Gladiator with Rackensack Canyon Tour Signage will be parked there ready for boarding at your designated departure time.

End point

Pickup at Carefree Town Center on East side of their World Famous 35 Foot Tall Sundial (Near Hampton Inn). White Jeep Gladiator with Rackensack Canyon Tour Signage will be parked there ready for boarding at your designated departure time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travelers with excessive fear of heights may experience anxiety in our mountainous terrain.