Saguaro Lake Attractions & Things to do

Desert Dog Offroad has been offering guided off-road adventure tours for over 25 years! What’s better than driving a 800cc UTV Sand Buggy over cool terrain with your best bud by your side? How about having a guide to lead the way so you don’t get lost! Ha ha ha, no but really… Anyways our customer reviews on this off-road adventure tour are through the roof! This is a smile-a-second ride through super-cool desert track; rock gardens, sandy washes, twisty canyons, and technical two track. Water and snacks will be provided at the mid way stop and drivers and passengers can swap at this point. On this
off-road adventure tour, you will also learn about the Flora and Fauna in Sonoran Desert and that the only place you can find the Saguaro Cactus is in The Sonoran Desert. Desert Dog Offroad brings the buggies, helmets, gators, water and snacks. You bring you and see why this is the funnest off-road adventure tour out there!


Duration: 2 hours.

While visiting the Phoenix area, what’s better than driving a 2-seated 800cc UTV Sand Buggy over cool terrain with your best bud by your side? How about having a guide to lead the way so you don’t get lost! Our customer reviews on this desert adventure tour are through the roof! This isn’t some slow-speed, single file UTV tour. This is a smile-a-second adventure tour through super-cool desert track; rock gardens, sandy washes, twisty canyons, and technical two track. Bottled water and snacks will be provided at the mid way stop and drivers and passengers can swap at this point. On this adventure tour will also learn about the Flora and Fauna in Sonoran Desert and that the only place you can find the Saguaro Cactus is in The Sonoran Desert. We bring the buggies, the helmets, gators, water and snacks. You bring you and see why Desert Dog Offroad Adventures is the funnest desert tour operator in the Phoenix and surrounding area!


Duration: 2 hours.

Desert Dog Offroad has been offering guided off-road adventure tours in The Sonoran Desert for over 25 years! What’s better than driving over cool terrain with your best bud by your side? How about having a guide to lead the way so you don’t get lost! Ha ha ha, no but really… Anyways our customer reviews on this off-road adventure tour are through the roof! Single and double riders available. This off-road adventure tour is a smile-a-second ride through super-cool desert track; rock gardens, sandy washes and technical two track. Water and snacks will be provided at the mid way stop and drivers and passengers can swap. On this off-road adventure tour you will also learn about the Flora and Fauna in Sonoran Desert and that the only place you can find the Saguaro Cactus is in The Sonoran Desert. Desert Dog Offroad brings the buggies, helmets, gators, water and snacks. You bring you and see why this is the funnest off-road adventure tour in the Scottsdale area!


Duration: 2 hours.

* Please note this trip has a MINIMUM OF 2pp OR MORE to operate and will show sold out if less than 2pp is inputted on the first booking.

What better way to see the desert than from the seat of your own kayak. Your guide will lead you through canyons and cliffsides on Saguaro Lake to some of the most scenic desert landscapes to be found.
Duration: 3 hours.

Whether you enjoy a refreshing day on the water to cool off in the summer months or looking to venture out on one of Arizona's warm winter days, kayaking Saguaro Lake offers stunning desert scenery with cliff-lined shores, tall canyons, and diverse wildlife.

We specialize in small-group, ensuring every guest enjoys a safe, relaxing, and memorable adventure. By keeping our tours intimate, we are able to provide a unique adventure for every tour. Perfect for families, couples, and travelers looking to escape the ordinary.

Some of the local wildlife you can expect to see during your paddle may include bald eagles, bighorn sheep and blue heron. The blue water against the desert topography is like nowhere else in the world.

Our guides are local to the Phoenix area and have been paddling the local lakes and rivers for over 15 years. All guides are certified through the American Canoe Association (ACA) for instruction, guiding, and water-safety. Each guide is first aid and CPR certified.
Duration: 3 hours.

There’s a reason that the U.S. Army outfits its fleets with Humvees: They’re bold, they’re versatile, and they’re badass. The M998 Humvee is military-grade only, but the Hummer H1 is the closest a civilian can get. This off-road vehicle is perfect for the rough-and-tumble tourist who prefers an up close and personal experience. Mud, dirt, water, rocks—it’s all the same for the Hummer H1. Coast along desert trails high above the ground, confident in the 4 x 4’s ability to conquer any terrain it encounters.
Duration: 4 hours.

This fun and adventurous tour offers a unique way to explore the Sonoran Desert. Choose between a single or double ATV or a UTV (perfect for a family) and hit the sandy trails. See Saguaro, barrel and prickly pear cactus as well as dozens of other plant life. You may even spot a bald eagle or a mule deer! This is a great way to see the beautiful Sonoran Desert while having the adventure of a lifetime! ATV DRIVERS MUST BE 16 OR OVER.
Duration: 2 hours.

Desert Dog Offroad lets you experience the Sonoran Desert in the Tonto National Forest in a way few get to see. For over 25 years Desert Dog Offroad has been offering Sunset guided U-Drive off-road adventure tours in the Sonoran Desert. Your Sunset Adventure begins, when the sun is cresting over the mountains and slowing moving behind the peaks. Let our informative and entertaining local guides show you the secrets of the evening desert while you enjoy the excitement of driving a UTV Sand Buggy in Tonto National Forest. Snacks and water are provided at the midway point. This is a great off-road adventure tour for families and should not be missed while visiting the Scottsdale / Phoenix area.
Duration: 2 hours.

This fun and adventurous tour offers a unique way to explore the Sonoran Desert. The UTV is perfect for a family to hit the sandy trails. See Saguaro, barrel and prickly pear cactus as well as dozens of other plant life. You may even spot a bald eagle or a mule deer! This is a great way to see the beautiful Sonoran Desert while having the adventure of a lifetime!

Duration: 2 hours.

This is an off-road trip through Four Peaks Wilderness Area. We will be passing Saguaro Lake and entering sandy rolls of through Pobrecito access point. The remainder of the trip will be spent in the Four Peaks Wilderness area which brings you past many different types of landscapes (Huge Boulders, Giant Cactus, Smooth Rocks and Big Desert Washes). The Trip takes 6 hours depending on road conditions and passenger preferences. Four Peaks is an area of the Tonto National Forest. There is a good chance of seeing desert animals such as: horses, coyotes, javelina, and snakes. The peak is much cooler in temperature than Pheonix. You will need to bring a coat or jacket. In the winter there is a good chance there will be snow on the peaks.
Duration: 5 to 6 hours.

* Please note this trip has a MINIMUM OF 2pp OR MORE to operate and will show sold out if less than 2pp is inputted on the first booking.

This trail offers majestic views of Saguaro Lake, with beautiful high canyon walls and the natural beauty surrounding it. On this trail, you may see bighorn mountain sheep, bald eagles, and more wildlife. The landscape is dotted with towering saguaros, cholla, jojoba, and prickly pear. This Hike's difficulty rating is considered moderate and about 4.5 miles out and back, with an elevation gain of about 636 ft and its highest grade of 15%.
Duration: 2 hours.