Highway of the Devil is a challenging ATV trail. This area earned its name by taking the lives of travelers, even before Columbus discovered America, this section of land which is located across bare desert lands was enticing travelers into traveling its pathways as a shortcut to get to the Gold Rush in California and other Western destinations and met their ends. You will still see grave sites that still mark ended journeys from years gone by.
Devil's Highway has been open to motorized vehicles since 1915 and the Model T Fords bogged down in the sand, overheated, had to be pushed and pulled, and even had to be left behind when they broke down. In present day, the vehicles navigating these ATV trails are up for the challenge, but it is a challenge indeed for you and your machine.
Certain areas are presently closed off as 4x4s have caused a lot of terrain damage on the ATV riding areas, pay close attention to the signs and you should be fine on your ATV ride.
There are a few rules and regs to know before riding your ATV in this area. All roads except the Devil's Highway are closed to public use. Firearms are prohibited in all areas. Charcoal fires are permitted, wood fires are not. Camping is permitted anywhere along the highway except within one quarter mile of a water source. Collecting plants or animals is absolutely forbidden. Treasure hunting, collecting rocks or minerals, and littering are all major offenses and will end your day of ATVing quickly.
One of the best aspects of Devil's Highway, besides the challenging ride is The Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge, which has a motorized corridor right through the middle serving as open access to those of you who want to see wildlife in their natural habitat. Remember this is a refuge, a muffler for your ATV isn't mandatory yet, but probably will be. Call before you ride your ATV in area to make sure.
