This 20-acre off-grid parcel in Apache County sits at 6,600 feet elevation in northeastern Arizona's high desert plateau - covered in juniper trees, gently sloped, and positioned on a natural ridge that opens up long-range views of the landscape stretching toward Petrified Forest National Park to the west. It's the kind of property that feels remote without being inaccessible, and private without feeling isolated.

The northern edge of the property sits at the highest elevation, where the ridge gives you a natural vantage point over the rest of the parcel and the surrounding country. From there, the terrain drops gently southward at just over a 5% grade - enough character to be interesting, flat enough to be workable. The juniper canopy provides natural shade, wildlife cover, and a sense of enclosure that open desert parcels simply can't replicate. Whether you're setting up a base camp, planning an off-grid retreat, or just looking for a quiet piece of Arizona to call your own, this land delivers.

Access

The property is reached via N7411, an unmaintained dirt road. The unmaintained final stretch is what keeps this parcel genuinely off the beaten path - it filters out casual traffic and ensures that your neighbors on this road are people who value the same solitude you do. The good news: county-maintained CR7230 is just 4 miles away, making the route to civilization straightforward once you're on a graded surface. Roads leading to the parcel may not be passable during or after heavy rain, so a high-clearance vehicle is recommended. Contact us for detailed directions and maps.

Zoning & Restrictions

The property is zoned A-General (Agricultural General) by Apache County - the most permissive rural zoning classification in the county, and one of the most flexible in Arizona. There is no HOA, no POA, and no covenants of any kind. What that means practically: you can build a traditional home, a modular or manufactured home (15 years or newer), a tiny house, an earthship, a cordwood structure, or a rammed earth build. Apache County specifically accommodates alternative structures with engineered plan review. Camping and RV use are permitted as accessory uses, and full-time RV living is allowed once connected to an approved septic system.

Utilities

The property is fully off-grid with no current connections to power or water. This is common and expected in this part of Apache County, and the off-grid infrastructure solutions here are well-established:

• Solar: With approximately 275 sunny days per year, solar energy is highly practical at this elevation and latitude.
• Water: Well drilling in this area typically reaches water at around 500 feet depth. Water hauling is also a common and workable interim solution.
• Septic: A perc test is required prior to installation.

Hunting

This property lies within Game Management Unit 2A - the St. Johns Elk Hunt Area - where elk tags are available over the counter. That's increasingly rare in Arizona and a genuine advantage for hunters. Mule deer, pronghorn antelope, and coyote are commonly seen on and around the property. State Trust Land is located 3 parcels to the east, accessible with an affordable annual recreational permit purchased online at the Arizona State Land Department website.

The Surrounding Area

At 6,600 feet on the Colorado Plateau, this property sits in the heart of a region with far more recreational depth than most buyers expect. The Petrified Forest National Park - one of the country's most unique and undervisited national parks - is under an hour to the west, with 346 square miles of Painted Desert badlands, ancient petroglyphs, and 225-million-year-old petrified wood. Lyman Lake State Park, widely considered home to the best walleye fishing in Arizona, is about 1 hour 25 minutes away and also offers boating, camping, and hiking. The Springerville/Eagar area to the south provides access to White Mountain Regional Medical Center and expanded services. Gallup, NM, about 1 hour 27 minutes east, serves as the nearest major shopping hub. The Navajo Travel Center in Chambers is the closest fuel and convenience stop at approximately 44 minutes away.

Climate

Apache County's high-elevation semi-arid climate delivers approximately 275 days of sunshine annually. Summer highs average 87°F with cool nights dropping into the mid-60s - genuinely comfortable sleeping weather even at the peak of summer. Winters are moderate for the elevation, with highs around 46°F, an average annual snowfall of about 20 inches (light and short-lived), and low humidity year-round. The July–August monsoon season brings dramatic afternoon storms that green up the landscape and fill seasonal washes. This is not Phoenix desert - it's elevated plateau country with four real seasons.

PRICING

Cash Price: $18,400 Owner financing is available with $3,750 down and $349/month for 60 months (total financed price: $24,690). No credit check required. See the Pricing section below to reserve this property with just $500.

At Ashbrook Land Company we perform extensive research into all of our properties before listing them, but it is ultimately the buyer's responsibility to perform their due diligence before purchase. The information provided on this page is, to the best of our knowledge, correct, and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All prospective buyers are encouraged to contact the county to confirm legality or feasibility of any future development plans. Rural, undeveloped land can be dangerous due to terrain, weather, and poor or non-existent road access and calls for caution when visiting. Ashbrook Land Company will not be held responsible for any action or outcomes by visitors to a property of ours. We make no warranties or representations about the land, its condition, or what can be built on the property. Property lines in photos and the LandID interactive map are approximate and for visual purposes only. GIS/aerial maps vary slightly from actual property boundaries.