Black Canyon City, Arizona · Maricopa County · Facility
The Little Pan Staging Area provides a staging and rest area for the Table Mesa Recreation Area. The staging area features two OHV training areas.Primitive camping is available and includes two accessible vault toilets and information kiosks.
The Little Pan Staging Area provides a staging and rest area for the Table Mesa Recreation Area. The staging area features two OHV training areas.Primitive camping is available and includes two accessible vault toilets and information kiosks.
The staging area is located 42 miles north of downtown Phoenix. From Phoenix, head north on Interstate 17 to exit 236. Turn left on Table Mesa Road. Turn right after 500 feet to stay on Table Mesa Road. Follow the main road heading north for 2.5 miles, left on the first fork, right on the second fork.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Heading to Little Pan Staging Area? A few things to know before you go:
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