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Email us at: Bob@az4x4campingclub.org
Families and riders welcome on most trips but riders must
Please Read: Bob is BACK
- Again! and ready
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See below for details - 2013 Winter CALL BOB to RSVP: 602-956-2311
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Definitions:
Pebbles High clearance 4WD vehicles preferred. Trails will vary from graded roads to dirt trails with rocks, steep grades, water crossings or ruts.
Rocks High clearance 4WD vehicles with limited slip differentials or lockers strongly recommended. Trails are potentially dangerous. Potential obstacles include large ruts, rocks, mud and deep stream crossings. Traction may be an issue at times. Very steep slopes and loose gravel are possible.
Boulders Lets just say that this club does not seek out trails with this level of "fun". Lockers, skid plates as well as other enhancements for the vehicle are required. Body damage is a good possibility.
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February 3, 2013 – Sunday
Rating: Rocks & Pebbles
Meeting: 8:30am Arby's
Meet at Arby's at Shea and the Beeline Highway at 8:30 am., departing at 8:45. This is to Indian Caves with some walking and exploring to build up an appetite for the game! The trip iw to just North of Roosevelt Lake. The area around the caves was heavily used by Indians from 1300 A.D. to 1500 A.D. Most of the dwellings had disappeared by the 1800’s, destroyed by early settlers and cattle ranchers. Bring your camera, lunch, warm clothes and spirit of adventure. Dinner will be at the Butcher Hook Bar & Grill. Dinner is a FREE all you can eat Mexican buffet. Why you asked? Because it's their Superbowl Party with 100's of Door Prizes. Families welcomed. NOTE: due to time of year / road closures Bob may have to divert to another trail
February 10, 2013 – Sunday
Rating: Rocks & Pebbles Meeting: 8:30am Holliday Inn US60 & Country Club
Departing at 8:30 am and be heading into a part of the Superstitions. This is a new run that Bob has not done in many many years. Come join the adventure. Bob may have to divert to another trail
February 24, 2013 – Sunday
Rating: Rocks & Pebbles We will meet at the Thunderbird Bank at Scottsdale and Thunderbird Roads at 8:00 am., departing at 8:15 a.m. We'll head north through Carefree and regroup at Seven Springs. From there we will follow the leader. This is a very scenic drive through several canyons with creeks. We'll be climbing to elevations of 4,500 to 5,500 ft., where it should be 15 degrees cooler then the valley. Wildlife is abundant in this area so we'll have a good chance to see deer and javelins. Bring lunch, water and sunscreen. As always, riders are welcome.
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March 3, 2013 – Sunday
Rating: Rocks & Pebbles Meeting: 8:00am Holliday Inn US60 & Country Club
Departing at 8:10 am and be heading into a part of
the Superstitions. A long drive to a short trail. A short, narrow canyon
with little room to maneuver. Rock obstacles are challenging with sharp edges to
cut tires if you get careless. One obstacle appears to be an opening cut through
solid rock and is barely wide enough to squeeze through. Large vehicles will
have problems on this trail. See
http://azoffroading.com/arizona-trails/jack-handle/ for more.
March 17, 2013 – Sunday
Rating: Rocks & Pebbles Meeting: 9:00am Arby's at Shea & Beeline Highway
We'll meet at Arby's at Shea and the Beeline Highway in Fountain Ws at 9:00 am. and depart 9:15 a.m. We'll drive to Sycamore Creek and follow the leader to the Rose Quartz Mine. Bring your camera as we'll allow time to stop for photos. Well be having lunch at Rose Quartz Wash and take a short hike to Rose Quartz Mine.
April 7, 2013 – Sunday Rating: Rocks Meeting: 8:00am Holliday Inn US60 & Country Club
Departing at 8:15 am and be heading into a part of the Superstitions that will take us into the backside of the mountains giving us views of the East valley and the town of Superior. Lunch wll be at 4500' elevation. The cactus and wild flowers should be in bloom! Bring lunch, water, light jacket and camera.
April 14, 2013 – Sunday
Rating: Rocks
Meeting:
NE Corner of I-17 & Carefree Hwy @ McDonalds. 8:00am with departure at 8:15 am
This trail is both easy and challenging. Two-thirds of the 23 miles is easy gravel road (old bed for railroad tracks). The portion through Martin Canyon is narrow and rocky. Trail starts at the fire station in Jerome on 89A. Sections of the trail are part of the Great Western Trail. Great views of the Verde Valley for the first section. Series of rocky washes in Martin Canyon and several boulder fields. We’ll see a 2 foot boulder on the left with a naturally formed Smiley Face. We come back to 89A at Potato Patch Campground and will head toward Camp Verde. Those interested can stop for dinner. Note: We will stop off at Cottonwood to top off our gas tanks.
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Prior Trips, Pictures and Reports below:
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July 21, 2007 Arastras Rating: Pebbles
Meeting:
8:30am Arby's
Fountain Hills Departing at 8:45 am: We will head north to Payson and regroup at Jack in the Box in the Safeway Parking lot. We will then drive to an area on the lower east Verde River, rich in mining history dating back to the Spanish explorers. We’ve located two Arastras, which were used to crush gold ore. We’ll do a short hike to the Arastras after we enjoy lunch at a beautiful secluded place on the river. This spot is also perfect for swimming. Bring lunch, water and camera. (Trip report & Pictures)
August 18, 2007 MOGOLLON MESA Rating: Pebbles Meeting: TBD Mogollon Mesa Trail – Meet behind the McDonalds at I-17 and Carefree Hwy at 8:00 am. Take I-17 to Camp Verde the on to Zane Grey Hwy. We will then a fire control road along the edge of the rim. Some of the trail may need clearing of fallen trees. We will stop for lunch by a wildlife watering hole. We usually see wildlife during the day on this trail. We should be back on the Hwy by 4:00. Some of us are stopping for dinner on the way home everyone is welcome to join us!!!
September 1 - 3, 2007
Labor Day Campout Rating: Pebbles
Meeting:
8:00am Arby's
Fountain Hills Caravan to the Jack in the Box in the Safeway parking lot. We will play follow the leader to one of Dan’ favorite campsites on the Rim. This is wilderness camping so be prepared!!
September 15, 2007 Smiley Rock Trail Rating: Rocks Meeting: NE Corner of I-17 & Carefree Hwy @ McDonalds. 8:00am with departure at 8:15 am If you want you can catch up with the group at the Fire Station in Jerome at 10:30 am. This trail is both easy and challenging. Two-thirds of the 23 miles is easy gravel road (old bed for railroad tracks). The portion through Martin Canyon is narrow and rocky. Trail starts at the fire station in Jerome on 89A. Sections of the trail are part of the Great Western Trail. Great views of the Verde Valley for the first section. Series of rocky washes in Martin Canyon and several boulder fields. We’ll see a 2 foot boulder on the left with a naturally formed Smiley Face. We come back to 89A at Potato Patch Campground and will head toward Camp Verde. Those interested can stop for dinner. Note: We will stop off at Cottonwood to top off our gas tanks.
(Trip report &
Pictures)
September 22, 2007 Night Run - Raw Deal Trail Rating: Rocks & Pebbles Meeting: at Meet behind the McDonalds at I-17 and Carefree Hwy. at 6:00 p.m. and depart at 6:15 p.m. We’ll stop at Rock Springs for dinner. After dinner, we will drive to the trailhead and run Pipeline Trail. At the end of the trail, those who wish can run lower Raw Deal or just watch the rest of the group have some fun!! High clearance, good tires and at least one locking differential is recommended for Raw Deal.
Prior Trips
February 10, 2007 Honey Comb Caves Rating: Pebbles Meeting: 9:00am Arby's at Shea & Beeline Highway Departing at 9:15 am we'll head North on the Beeline and regroup at the new rest area at the Roosevelt Lake turn off. The area around the caves was heavily used by Indians from 1300 A.D. to 1500 AD. Most of the dwellings had disappeared by the 1800's, destroyed by early settlers and cattle ranchers. Bring lunch, water, light jacket and camera.
February 18, 2007
Bartlet Trail Meet at Dairy Queen in Cave Creek at 9:15 for a 9:20 departure. This is a half day (3 hr) trip followed by lunch in Cave Creek. This trail follows fire roads 2090 and 2097. It starts easy with runs through wash's past great rock formations. The climb out of the wash to the high rim sets the tone for the last 2 miles. Up, down, hidden turns leaves you guessing where the trail goes! Watch your stance and take it easy. Spring time is beautiful with all of the wild flowers.
March 10, 2007 "Snow Day" Young Rd. Rating: Pebbles Meeting: 8:00am Arby's at Shea & Beeline Highway Departing at 8:15 am we'll head North on the Beeline Highwway to Payson and regroup at the Burger King. After a short break we will head North on Highway 260 to the Mongollon Rim and the Young Rd. turnoff. Then we will head South to our play area. The road is about 6 mi. long. We will return the same way. Bring lunch, water, heavy clothing (layers) and camera for a picnic in the snow. |
October 13, 2007 Honey Comb Caves Rating: Pebbles Meeting: 9:00am Arby's at Shea & Beeline Highway Departing at 9:15 am we'll head North on the Beeline and regroup at the new rest area at the Roosevelt Lake turn off. The area around the caves was heavily used by Indians from 1300 A.D. to 1500 AD. Most of the dwellings had disappeared by the 1800's, destroyed by early settlers and cattle ranchers. Bring lunch, water, light jacket and camera.
October 27, 2007 Preachers Canyon Rating: Rocks
Meeting:
Meet at the Arby’s in Fountain Hills and Shea Blvd at 8:00 am, departing at
8:15 am. Caravan to the Jack in the Box in the Safeway parking lot. We will head
north on Hwy 260 to the Preacher Canyon turnoff. Preacher Canyon runs under the
new bridge and is lined with sycamore, oak and ponderosa pine trees. One stop
will be for a cave used by Indians.
November 3, 2007 Sedona Rating: Rocks Meeting: Meet at 8:30 a.m. (for a 8:45 departure), at Meet behind the McDonalds at I-17 and Carefree Hwy. This is a popular trip; Devil's Kitchen, Submarine Rock and Three Nuns and the Madonna. Have you guessed where it is?? This is one of the roads that the Jeep Tours do in the Sedona area.. . a very picturesque ride, so bring your camera. Bring lunch, drinks and the NOTE: No vehicle over 16 feet in length!
November 10, 2007 Coffee Pot Rating: Rocks
Meeting: 8:00am Departing at 8:15 am and be heading North on the Beeline highway. This is a new trip and will be a great adventure for all! Bring lunch, water, light jacket and camera.
Mud Springs
Rating: Rocks to Boulders!!!
Meeting:
Meet ate Arby's in Fountain Hills and Shea Blvd at 8:00, depart at
8:15. Mud Springs trail rises up 1000 ft in the first few miles from 2012' at
the trail head. The trail runs along Shadow Boulder Mountain and we will cross
Pine Creek several times on the trail. At the end of the trail there is a cabin
used by early miners. This is also where we join Valentine Trail and cross into
Valentine Canyon and to the boulders area!!
Prior Trips
April 21, 2007 Superstitions Rating: Rocks Meeting: 8:00am Holliday Inn US60 & Country Club Departing at 8:15 am and be heading into a part of the Superstitions that will take us into the backside of the mountains giving us views of the East valley and the town of Superior. Lunch wll be at 4500' elevation. The cactus and wild flowers should be in bloom! Bring lunch, water, light jacket and camera.
May 12, 2007 Coffee Pot Rating: Rocks
Meeting: 8:00am
Departing at 8:15 am and be heading North on the
Beeline highway. This is a new trip and will be a great adventure for all! Bring
lunch, water, light jacket and camera.
May 26, 2007
Memorial Day Rating: Pebbles and Chairs
This was a last minute gathering of a few who went
to the high country. A little 4x4'ing and camping.
June 06, 2007 Strawberry Rating: Pebbles and Gnats
This was another last minute gathering of a few who went
to the high country. A little 4x4'ing and and lunch with the locals.
the game was to see who could eat lunch first. The humans or the Cedar
Gnats.
June / July 2007 Rating:Real Mountain High Meeting: 6:00am McDonalds at I-17 & Carefree Highway (or in Ouray) RESERVE EARLY! Departing at 6:15 am we'll head North on I-17. See the attached document drive details. We will be camping at the KOA campground with lots of grass and trees. Activities will include easy 4x4 day trips, white water rafting, Silverton train ride and fishing. There are several hot springs in the area for relaxation. This will be a week of relaxation, 4x4 play and outdoor activities. Families and riders welcome! Reserve early! |
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