Arivaca Sweepers

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Average Rating - This road has been rated by 7 visitors

State: Arizona
Date Submitted: March 1, 2008
Submitted by: cmhitch
Motorcycle Road Length: 35 Miles

Written Directions

Start about an hour south of Tucson off I-19 in a town called Arivaca Junction. The route starts in Arivaca Junction as you simply head west out of town on W. Arivaca Road.

Scenery

Southern Arizona's best road within 100 miles with massive views of the desert and nearby mountains.

Road Quality

The only worry are cattle guards and the occasional cow. Great sweepers with instant elevation changes that makes the heart soar and all with little if any traffic! Beware the occasional cow and Border Patrol. I rode through two stops but they're nice guys doing a great job.

Roadside Amenities

Arivaca has no fuel but a quaint little market with cold drinks and snacks. Remember, it's about the ride, NOT the food.

Additional Info

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Reviewed by Guest on July 26, 2010 (2 out of 2 members found this review useful.)
Creator: Jeremy
motorcycle_year: 2004
motorcycle_make: Honda
Comment: Riding Arivaca has a little bit of everything if your talking twisties, unfortunately there are alot of washes that run through the ride. A friend of mine lost it on one of those blind turns that had gravel from a wash, and it hadn't even rained in weeks. There are a few decreasing radius off camber turns throught the trip to watch out for also. I was alomst victim to one, thank god no one was coming at me in the other lane. Also alot of Border Patrol out there and for good reason!!
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Reviewed by Guest on December 20, 2010 (0 out of 0 members found this review useful.)
Creator: Liz
motorcycle_year: 1993
motorcycle_make: Harley-Davidson
motorcycle_type: Cruiser
Comment: This is a great ride, but the road can be tricky. Like when they use that asphalt gravel to fill in the pot holes. PAY ATTENTION!
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Reviewed by Guest on January 29, 2010 (0 out of 0 members found this review useful.)
Creator: billcarr_
motorcycle_year: 2004
motorcycle_make: Honda
motorcycle_type: Touring
Comment: Yes there is fuel available at the store. The road is well maintained but beware, that thrilling sweeper may well run into a recently flooded wash. You will suddenly be in 4 inches of gravel 100 feet across. Cows do show up in this road and deer are all year. The sweepers are irregular, some tightening turns. Frankly this road is dangerous and should be taken seriously. Moreso between Arivaca and the Sasabee hiway on to the west. The scenery is stunning and at speed, a distraction. The huge peak is Barbaquivari Peak and a landmark for miles around. Be careful, slow down and enjoy the ride.
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Reviewed by Guest on September 25, 2009 (0 out of 0 members found this review useful.)
Creator: Seth
motorcycle_year: 2004
motorcycle_make: Yamaha
motorcycle_type: Sport-Touring
Comment: Fantastic Ride... There's definitely Fuel and Food. The road to Arivaca Lake, Ruby Rd., gets pretty patchy near the lake -- go slow, take it easy. Otherwise this is an AWESOME route.
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Reviewed by Guest on August 4, 2009 (0 out of 0 members found this review useful.)
Creator: erbemone
motorcycle_year: 2007
motorcycle_make: Suzuki
motorcycle_type: Cruiser
Comment: Continue through Arivaca and turn right at Sasabee Rd. This takes you into Three Points, turn right onto hwy 86 and back into Tucson for a nice loop. If you turn left at Three points, It takes you towards Kitt Peak Nat. Observatory and one can get out of the heat.
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Reviewed by Guest on March 21, 2009 (0 out of 0 members found this review useful.)
Creator: Russ
motorcycle_year: 2008
motorcycle_make: Harley-Davidson
motorcycle_type: Cruiser
Comment: Arivaca does have fuel... how do I know this? I deliver it!
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Reviewed by Guest on April 6, 2008 (0 out of 0 members found this review useful.)
Creator: kwthom
motorcycle_year: 2006
motorcycle_make: Honda
motorcycle_type: Touring
Comment: The desert area is HOT from mid-spring through early fall - use common sense in dealing with two- and-four-legged animals!
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