Estrella Wayside Recreation Area

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The Estrella Wayside Recreation Area is in the Sonoran Desert National Monument. The area includes parking, picnic tables, grills, and fire rings just off Maricopa Road. Four primitive campsites are north of Maricopa Road off route 8002B. The campsites are small and can accommodate tents and passenger vehicles. High clearance vehicles are recommended along route 8002B. Dispersed camping is available along route 8002.Route 8003, which follows the path of the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail, is about 4.3 miles north of Maricopa Road along route 8002. High clearance is required.Hou…

Activities: Accessible Facility or Activity, BIRD WATCHING, CAMPING, Dispersed Camping, HIKING, HISTORIC SITES, STARGAZING, HORSEBACK RIDING