# Forest Lakes OHV

**Location:** Happy Jack, AZ | **Difficulty:** Easy | **Length:** 50+ miles

**GPS:** 34.5287, -111.2965

**Vehicle requirements:** Stock high-clearance 4WD or AWD with all-terrain tires. No lift or lockers required.

**Best season:** April - November

Escape Phoenix heat in this high-altitude Arizona forest with easy trails and camping.

**Region:** Southwest • **Trail type:** Trail • **Rating:** 4.3/5

**Highlights:** Cool temps, Easy trails, Near Phoenix, Camping

**Nearby campgrounds:**
- [Rock Crossing Campground (Arizona)](https://4x4playground.com/camping/arizona/rock-crossing-campground)
- [Clint’s Well Resort (Happy Jack, Arizona)](https://4x4playground.com/camping/arizona/clints-well-resort)
- [Ponderosa Campground (Arizona)](https://4x4playground.com/camping/arizona/ponderosa-campground)
- [Payson Campground & RV Resort (Payson, Arizona)](https://4x4playground.com/camping/arizona/payson-campground-rv-resort)
- [Oxbow Estates RV Park (Payson, Arizona)](https://4x4playground.com/camping/arizona/oxbow-estates-rv-park)

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