RZR Rentals Near Phoenix? Try the Can-Am X3
No RZRs in our fleet. We rent the 4-seat Can-Am Maverick X3, same class as a Polaris RZR. Street-legal, self-guided, about 5 minutes from Bulldog Canyon.
Weekday Gas on Us. Monday-Thursday UTV rentals come back at any fuel level - no fuel charge.
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What Comes With Every Can-Am X3 Rental
Underpowered, beat-up machines. Tired suspension, worn seats, and engines that struggle on the first real climb. Premium prices for used-up gear.
No trail guidance. No maps, no briefing, no idea where the good riding is. You burn half the day figuring out where to go.
Add-on fees for the basics. Helmets, goggles, the maps. Every item is another line on the bill.
No weather protection. Storm rolls in? Tough luck. Your deposit is gone and your day is ruined.
We built Wave and Ridge to be the opposite of all of that.
All Your Gear Included With Your UTV Rental
Every rental includes all of this. No add-ons. No hidden fees.
Can-Am Maverick X3 Turbo DS
135 HP turbo, 4 seats, 20 inches of suspension travel. Street-legal, so you drive straight off our lot to Bulldog Canyon.
4 DOT Helmets + Goggles
DOT-certified, sized and fitted for your whole group before you leave.
iPad GPS Trail Maps
Preloaded routes for Bulldog Canyon, Apache Trail, and the Tonto National Forest. Works offline.
Hands-On Safety Briefing
A 15-to-20-minute walkthrough of controls, four-wheel-drive modes, terrain reading, and trail picks for your level.
Weather Protection
ExclusiveStorm in the forecast? Let us know before you head out and we'll reschedule you at no charge.
All of the above, all-in
25+ to rent. Permit not included. Holiday weekends +20%.
UTV Rental Pricing: Can-Am Maverick X3
Four-hour rentals start at 8 AM or 2 PM. Trailer add-on from $80/day if you want to tow to a farther trail.
4 Hours
Half Day
Morning or afternoon in Bulldog Canyon
- 4 helmets, goggles, iPad maps
- 8 AM or 2 PM start
6 Hours
Full Day
The whole canyon without watching the clock
- 4 helmets, goggles, iPad maps
- Two full trail loops before lunch
- Enough time for the full canyon loop
8 Hours
Extended Day
Bulldog Canyon in the morning, Apache Trail after lunch
- 4 helmets, goggles, iPad maps
- Best value per hour
24 Hours
Overnight
Keep it at camp and ride two mornings
- 4 helmets, goggles, iPad maps
- Monday–Friday starts only (we're closed Sunday)
Holiday weekends +20%. Weekday Gas on Us: Monday-Thursday UTV rentals come back at any fuel level with no fuel charge.
Before you book: $1,500 security deposit (a hold, released same day) - Fuel not included, leaves full/return full - 25+ to rent or drive - Includes 4 helmets & goggles and iPad trail maps. The Bulldog Canyon permit is not included; buy yours on Recreation.gov. See our damage protection options.
10% off Monday-Thursday rentals - ask us when you book
RZR vs Can-Am Maverick X3: What You Are Actually Renting
A RZR is a Polaris sport side-by-side. The Can-Am Maverick X3 is a turbocharged sport side-by-side from a different brand, built for the same kind of riding: you sit in a seat, steer with a wheel, and cover rocky desert trail. If you have ridden a RZR, the X3 will feel familiar in what it is for. We are not able to rent you a Polaris, and we would rather say that up front.
| Feature | Polaris RZR | Our Can-Am Maverick X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Class | Sport side-by-side (UTV) | Sport side-by-side (UTV) |
| Brand | Polaris | Can-Am. We do not rent Polaris RZRs |
| Seats | Varies by model | 4 seats in every unit we rent |
| Power and travel | Varies by model | Rotax turbo, 135 HP, 20 inches of suspension travel |
| Getting to the trail | Varies by rental shop | Street-legal in Arizona: after pickup you drive it from our lot to Bulldog Canyon, about 5 minutes. No trailer needed |
| Included with ours | Varies by rental shop | Helmets and goggles for four, iPad with offline trail maps, walkthrough |
How a self-guided rental works
Pick up at 724 E Scenic St in Apache Junction. We run a 15-to-20-minute walkthrough of the controls and the terrain, load the iPad with offline trail maps, then you drive yourself to the trail. There is no guide on the ride, and we do not meet you at the trailhead. Pickup-only, every time.
If you need a specific Polaris model
If you need a specific Polaris model, we are not the shop for you. If you want the same kind of ride, a turbocharged side-by-side on desert trails with room for your group, the X3 is what we have. The renter and every driver must be 25 or older with a valid driver's license.
Check current rates on our pricing page, read the full Can-Am X3 rental page, or if you were searching for a four wheeler, see our note on ATV rentals near Phoenix.
Polaris and RZR are trademarks of their owner and appear here only to describe the class of vehicle. Wave and Ridge is not affiliated with Polaris.
How a Self-Guided Rental Works
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Half day, full day, or overnight. Pick your date, pay the deposit, done. Buy your Bulldog Canyon permit on Recreation.gov before your ride.
Pick up and gear up
Pickup is only at 724 E Scenic St in Apache Junction. Wave & Ridge does not meet customers at trailheads. Helmets fitted, iPad maps on the dash, and a 15-to-20-minute walkthrough of the machine and the trails — then you drive the street-legal X3 to Bulldog or tow farther if you rented a trailer.
Drive to the trail and ride
The X3 is street-legal. Bulldog Canyon is a short drive from our front door, so you drive straight there. No trailer, no towing, no extra cost.
Three ways to get the X3 on dirt
Ride from our shop
Pick up, do the briefing, and drive the street-legal X3 straight to Bulldog Canyon and the nearby trail access points. Drive it back when you are done.
Included
Add a trailer
Tow to Box Canyon or Four Peaks, or take the machine back to your campsite. Needs a 2-inch hitch receiver and a minimum 5,000-lb tow rating. Most full-size trucks and larger SUVs handle it.
From $80/day
Rent a U-Haul pickup
The U-Haul location a short drive from our shop rents pickup trucks. Reserve one the morning of your rental if you need to tow the X3 yourself to a farther trailhead — we still do not meet you there; pickup stays at our shop.
First time? Just pick up at the shop and drive to Bulldog Canyon. Save the trailer for the long routes on your second trip.
Where You'll Ride
Where to Ride After Pickup
Bulldog Canyon is about 5 minutes from our shop. These are the areas we send people to most often.
Most Popular
Bulldog Canyon
5 min from our shop
Flat dirt roads to moderately technical rock, all inside the Tonto National Forest. Permit required, and you buy it on Recreation.gov. Great for first-timers and families.
Advanced Routes
Apache Trail Corridor
Longer ride, more elevation
An out-and-back past Canyon Lake and Tortilla Flat, up close to Apache Lake, with plateau views dropping into the canyon. Dramatic scenery the whole way.
Experienced Riders
Four Peaks Area
Trailer recommended
Steep grades, loose rock, and conditions that change with the weather. On a clear day you can see all the way to the Phoenix metro. Not a beginner route.
On the Trail
Your Desert Adventure Awaits
The Machine
Our Side-by-Side: Can-Am Maverick X3 Turbo DS
The Can-Am we rent in place of a RZR.
Rotax Turbo
Engine
135 HP
Horsepower
4 Seats
Seat Belts Required
20 in
Suspension Travel
Street-Legal in Arizona
You drive from our lot to the trailhead (no trailhead meet)
Pack List
What to Bring
We provide the machine and the safety gear. Here is what you should bring yourself.
Required Items
- Valid driver's license for the renter and every driver (25+)
- Signed rental agreement and liability waiver
- Credit card for the security deposit hold
- Tow vehicle (only if adding a trailer rental)
Clothing
- Closed-toe shoes (boots or athletic shoes)
- Long pants (jeans or lightweight hiking pants)
- Bandana or neck gaiter for dust
- Clothes you do not mind getting dirty
Hydration & Food
- Water: 1 gallon per person minimum
- Extra water for summer months
- Packed lunch and snacks
- Cooler with ice for drinks
Comfort Extras
- Sunscreen and lip balm with SPF
- Phone and portable charger
- GoPro or camera for trail photos
- Your Bulldog Canyon permit (buy it on Recreation.gov before you ride)
Questions? Answered.
RZR Rental FAQ: Polaris, Razor Searches and the Can-Am X3
No. Wave and Ridge has no Polaris RZRs in the fleet. We rent a 4-seat, street-legal Can-Am Maverick X3 side-by-side, which is the same class of vehicle. If you need a specific Polaris model, we are not the right rental.
They are the same class: sport side-by-sides (UTVs) built for rocky desert trail riding. The X3 is a Can-Am, not a Polaris, so the brand and details differ.
The Can-Am Maverick X3 we rent has 4 seats. If your group is bigger than four, contact us before you book and we will talk through options.
The renter and every driver must be 25 or older with a valid driver's license.
Yes. Helmets and goggles for up to four riders come with every rental. Arizona law requires a DOT-approved helmet for every occupant under 18; for adults we recommend one, which is why we include them.
Yes. Every rental includes an iPad with offline GPS trail maps for Bulldog Canyon, the Apache Trail and the Tonto National Forest. iPads can overheat in extreme heat, so download the onX Offroad app on your phone as a backup.
Every rental goes out with a full tank. Return it full, or pay the cost of fuel plus a $20 refueling fee. The X3 takes 91 octane or higher. Monday-Thursday jet ski and UTV rentals get Weekday Gas on Us: bring it back at any fuel level and we skip the fuel charge.
Most riders drive the X3 from our lot straight to Bulldog Canyon, about 5 minutes away. A Bulldog Canyon permit is required: buy yours on Recreation.gov before you ride. For farther trails you can add a trailer. The Apache Trail is a longer ride.
It is self-guided: you get a walkthrough and trail maps, then you drive yourself. Rentals are pickup-only at 724 E Scenic St, Apache Junction, and we do not meet renters at trailheads.
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Ready to Hit the Trails?
Same class as a RZR, with room for four. Rentals from $349 for 4 hours. Helmets, GPS trail maps, and a full safety briefing included. Open Monday through Saturday.
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Serving Apache Junction, Mesa, Phoenix & Beyond
Wave and Ridge is based in Apache Junction, Arizona at 724 E Scenic St, right at the edge of the Tonto National Forest. Riders come to us from Mesa, Gold Canyon, Queen Creek, Gilbert, Tempe, San Tan Valley, Chandler, Scottsdale, Fountain Hills and Phoenix. Rentals are pickup-only at our shop.
Looking for other rental options? See our ATV rentals, jet ski rentals, wakeboat rentals, and utility trailer rentals.
Article by Steve Underwood, Founder of Wave and Ridge - Last reviewed October 25, 2026