anywhere to wheel in camp verde

[terron gregg]

not looking for scenic routs but anywhere from 2-3.5

[CaptainMorgan]

Not too much good trails that I've found. You've got Sedona and then the other trails out by Cottonwood(smiley rock and smasher canyon).

If you find some let me know!

[terron gregg]

i didnt think so but wanted to make sure

[terron gregg]

ive seen pics from people in some washes out there though just didnt know where or what they where

[CaptainMorgan]

Go exploring...I am sure there is a wash or two you could try some of that new armor out on...but it might not be on a "trail"

[David C]

Yes, there is a good trail from Camp Verde! The canyon that runs alongside I-17 the long downhill grade just before coming into CV. I believe it's called Copper Canyon and it's a fun trail that will take you up to the Cherry Rd. exit at the top. I believe you get to it off of S. Salt Mine Rd, but I don't remember for sure. Just ask other Jeepers up there - there's a lot! Hope this helps and I'm sorry I don't remember the details.

[drroadie]

Try Dugas Rd. over the Verde rim, and down to Verde Hot Springs. The river should be low enough to cross with out any problems. Good dirt road out the other side will take you back to 260 and into town that way, or go on up to Strawberry then back into the valley on 260 from there,,,,,or turn around and do it all over again. Don't neglect to stop at the spring for a soak. Makes the whole trip worth while.

[ActualReverend]

Watch out for the naked hippies in the springs :)

--Bryan

[Sedona Jeep School]

The road David C referred to is the original General Crook Trail, and the easiest way to find it is from the bottom. From I-17, take 260 east to Oasis Road, turn right, head down the hill toward Salt Mine Road, and the start of the trail is the first road on your right, just before you get to Salt Mine. I think it's FR 361? It is mostly easy, with a couple of moderately jeepy spots. There is a gorgeous water fall just as you start up the canyon, multiple shallow water crossings, and a great old homestead site when you get to the ranch gate. So, if you are NOT looking for scenic, by all means, DON'T go!

There are several "jeepy" trails off of FR 618 that go up to the rim. The easiest one to find is close to I-17 and 179. From I-17 go east on Hwy 179/FR 618 to the first stop sign. Turn left (this is now FR 689). About a mile up there is a road to the right. Go right and then take the immediate fork to the left. This will take you across the creek bed and up onto the rim. Depending on your height and/or skills, this area could test your under armor. Moderately Jeepy, nice views. Connects in with Cedar Flats Road--turn right and take it back down the canyon to FR618. Then left to Camp Verde. Also a good trail to avoid if you don't like scenic.

Happy trails!

[Bill Ritter]

You may want to do this run:

Central Arizona Jeepers Spring Valley - Dugas -Cherry Trailride Sunday December 2
Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2007 10:51:25 -0700


First, it's going to be a full day of wheeling and anywhere to buy something to eat will be at the start or the end so, a large snack or sandwich packed along might be your friend. Also, CB radios are strongly encouraged but not necessary.

Lets meet up at the Texaco/Liquor Barn Plus in Spring Valley at 0930, depart promptly at 1000 hours . There is a laundry-mat just across the street if we need more room. For folks coming from the Prescott direction, that's the last wide spot in the road on Hwy. 69 before you get to I -17. If coming from I -17, hwy 69 is exit 262. Spring valley is just a couple miles up Hwy 69.

From Spring Valley, we'll head for I - 17 South for a few miles. From I - 17, we'll take the Bloody Basin Road exit 259. On Bloody Basin Road, we'll cross the Agua Fria National Monument and go into the Tonto National Forest.

We will leave Bloody Basin Road and take FS677 north. This is part of the Great Western Trail System. This stretch will consume a couple hours as there are lots of rocks. Not boulders! Very pretty area with several gates that will need opened and closed so, we will stay together pretty tight and lots of opportunities for folks to take care of nature needs. This road goes through some range land as well as some nice riparian area with large cottonwoods and sycamores.

From FS677, we will turn Northwest onto FS171 towards Dugas Ranch. We will pass Dugas ranch very slowly as there are lots of homes there. Also, it will give everybody a chance to check out the old dwellings from the road. There are several vintage buildings that have not been molested by bubbas and are really neat.

Right after we leave the Dugas ranch we will turn north on FS68D and take it up to FS372. 68D is a nice smooth road through some beautiful range land.

We will go west on 372 almost back to I - 17 (If anyone needs to bail out, this is a good time). From 372, we will turn north once again on FS136 leaving the Great Western Trail.

This is the final stretch into Camp Vedre. This trail goes through canopies of cottonwoods and sycamores as well. It is a bit more challenging then the previous trails but, I've done it in a stock jeep and just bumped my trailer hitch a couple times. The southern end is graded.

We'll hit pavement at Camp Verde. There's Cold Stone, DQ, and other fast food places right there by I - 17 along with gas and other services.

From here, folks can do their own thing or follow me up hwy 260 a short ways and return to hwy 169 via FS75 through Cherry. There are spectacular views of the Verde Valley from this road.

See you then.

www.cazjeepers.org

Bill

[terron gregg]

im always up there and have seen pics of people wheeling in the washes just never been .i seem to always to tinker around at broken arrow