Road Trips from Yuma, AZ
Got a weekend free and looking to get out of Yuma? You've got options ranging from short, easy day trips to slightly longer drives with more elevation change and park access. If you want to stick close, there are a few spots less than three hours away with parks like Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. For a longer haul, consider routes that climb into higher elevations and offer access to multiple national monuments and parks, perfect for a more involved adventure.
Total Routes
11
Shortest
2.9h
With Parks Nearby
11
Full-day getaway
Ajo, AZ
2h 56m158.5 mi one way
This 2.9-hour drive is one of your closest options from Yuma, at just 158.5 miles. It features a high drive score of 9 and takes you through gently rolling terrain. A major draw is the included access to Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, making it a solid choice if you want a nature-focused day trip without going too far.
Wickenburg, AZ
3h 36m174.4 mi one way
At 174.4 miles and 3.6 hours, this route is a straightforward drive with a score of 8. The terrain is gently rolling, making for an uncomplicated trip. While it doesn't list specific nearby parks in the data, it's a moderate distance option for a day out.
Guadalupe, AZ
3h 33m196.3 mi one way
This 3.6-hour trip covers 196.3 miles and has a drive score of 8. You'll encounter gently rolling terrain. A key feature is the proximity to Casa Grande Ruins National Monument, offering a historical point of interest within a manageable day trip.
Marana, AZ
3h 47m218.6 mi one way
This 3.8-hour drive is 218.6 miles, with a drive score of 8. The terrain is gently rolling. Like the trip to Guadalupe, it offers access to Casa Grande Ruins National Monument, providing a similar historical park experience but with a slightly longer travel time.
Weekend trip
7 total in this range
Winslow, AZ
6h 45m375.9 mi one way
For a longer excursion, this 6.8-hour, 375.9-mile drive scores a 9. It involves high-altitude sections with climbs, offering a different driving experience than closer routes. You'll have access to multiple parks: Montezuma Castle, Walnut Canyon, and Sunset Crater Volcano National Monuments.
Bisbee, AZ
6h 3m336.6 mi one way
This 6.1-hour, 336.6-mile drive has a score of 8 and features high-altitude sections with climbs. It's a longer trip that provides access to Saguaro National Park, Coronado National Memorial, and Casa Grande Ruins National Monument, packing in significant park opportunities.
Apache Junction, AZ
4h 3m219 mi one way
Covering 219 miles and taking 4.1 hours, this route has a drive score of 8. The terrain is gently rolling. It offers access to two national monuments: Casa Grande Ruins and Tonto National Monument, making it a good choice for exploring historical sites.
Oro Valley, AZ
4h 11m235.4 mi one way
This 4.2-hour drive is 235.4 miles with a drive score of 8. Expect hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes. It provides access to both Casa Grande Ruins National Monument and Saguaro National Park, offering a diverse range of natural and historical attractions.
Williamson, AZ
5h 3m232.6 mi one way
At 232.6 miles and 5.1 hours, this drive scores an 8. It's characterized by high-altitude sections with notable climbs, differentiating it from closer, flatter routes. The main park access point is Tuzigoot National Monument.
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Ajo, AZ
2h 56m158.5 mi one way
Winslow, AZ
6h 45m375.9 mi one way
Bisbee, AZ
6h 3m336.6 mi one way
Apache Junction, AZ
4h 3m219 mi one way
Winslow, AZ
6h 45m375.9 mi one way
Bisbee, AZ
6h 3m336.6 mi one way
Sierra Vista, AZ
5h 28m311.3 mi one way
Wickenburg, AZ
3h 36m174.4 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
The gently rolling terrain and proximity to desert parks like Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument make spring an ideal time for these drives.
Summer
Longer drives with high-altitude sections might offer cooler temperatures, but shorter trips on surface roads can be very hot.
Fall
As temperatures cool, the gently rolling terrain and access to multiple national monuments and parks become more appealing for day trips.
Winter
The mild climate in Yuma means winter is suitable for all these routes, especially those with high-altitude sections offering varied scenery.
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