This short spur is off the Chiva Falls trail (see Chiva Falls Adventure for more information). In the summer months, I enjoy going to the pools more than Chiva Falls. The pools are a series of three large (by southern Arizona standards) pools feed by a series of small waterfalls. After a summer monsoon, these pools are a great place for a cool swim. If you are brave enough, you can also do some cliff jumping into the largest pool from heights of 10 to about 25 feet.
The information from this blog has been moved to the Experience Arizona website at: http://www.experience-az.com/adventures/4wd/chivapools/chivapools.html
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Sunday, November 7, 2010
Chiva Falls Lower Loop Trail
When I first started going out to Chiva Falls, this trails was closed. I believe the forest service opened the trail around the year 2000. When it was first opened it was classified as very difficult (a 7 or 8) until it was bulldozed a few years ago. Now I would rate it a 7 (due to a boulder field in a wash and some very steep hills in which having a locker is helpful to climb).The trail offers some extremely beautiful views as it ascends the steep foothills of the Rincon Mountains.
The information from this blog has been moved to the Experience Arizona website at: http://www.experience-az.com/adventures/4wd/chivalowerloop/chivalowerloop.html
The Experience Arizona website has a lot more than the adventures contained in this blog:
- Interactive maps
- Weather
- To Do List
- Updated information
- Information on Arizona wildlife, plantlife and history
- Online magazine
- All for FREE!
Take a look, you'll be glad you did!
The information from this blog has been moved to the Experience Arizona website at: http://www.experience-az.com/adventures/4wd/chivalowerloop/chivalowerloop.html
The Experience Arizona website has a lot more than the adventures contained in this blog:
- Interactive maps
- Weather
- To Do List
- Updated information
- Information on Arizona wildlife, plantlife and history
- Online magazine
- All for FREE!
Take a look, you'll be glad you did!
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Charouleau Gap
Charouleau Gap (pronounced shar-lou) is one of the most well-known and difficult trails around Tucson. It connects the towns of Catalina and Oracle through a “gap” in the Catalina mountain range. It has a long history of tearing up stock 4wd’s and spitting them out. Those with modified trucks need not worry, this trail has enough bite to give you a workout if look for it. And it’s a ton of fun to boot.
The information from this blog has been moved to the Experience Arizona website at: http://www.experience-az.com/adventures/4wd/charouleaugap/charouleaugap.html
The Experience Arizona website has a lot more than the adventures contained in this blog:
- Interactive maps
- Weather
- To Do List
- Updated information
- Information on Arizona wildlife, plantlife and history
- Online magazine
- All for FREE!
Take a look, you'll be glad you did!
The information from this blog has been moved to the Experience Arizona website at: http://www.experience-az.com/adventures/4wd/charouleaugap/charouleaugap.html
The Experience Arizona website has a lot more than the adventures contained in this blog:
- Interactive maps
- Weather
- To Do List
- Updated information
- Information on Arizona wildlife, plantlife and history
- Online magazine
- All for FREE!
Take a look, you'll be glad you did!
Saturday, March 20, 2010
Experience Arizona Quick Trip Reports
We’ve decided to add an exciting new feature to Experience Arizona, which we’re calling Quick Trip Reports or QTR’s. As all of you already know, Experience Arizona is dedicated to providing the best, most detailed information regarding hiking, biking and four-wheeling in Arizona. And I think we’re doing that.
But there’s more to enjoying Arizona than just hiking, biking and four-wheeling. A lot more. Maybe you want to dip your toes in a cool stream on a hot day? Or find a shady spot to observe some of Arizona’s colorful birds? Or a unique place to eat lunch? Maybe attend a little-known festival in a small town? Anything that might be fun and exciting to do on a weekend.
QTR’s to the rescue.
QTR’s will be placed on the Experience Arizona blog site and will be short and to the point. One or two paragraphs describing the site or adventure, maybe a picture or two, possibly a GPS waypoint and a general map (but no detailed directions). Bim, Bam, Boom and you’re done. Free to go explore it on your own!
In addition, some QTR’s may only include a picture and short description with no GPS coordinates. No, we’re not being lazy or mean. We believe puzzles are fun. We’re going to leave it up to you to figure out where it is and how to get there. Don’t worry, we’ll provide enough clues to solve the mystery (though some will be harder than others). Besides, we believe exploring new areas is half the fun anyway.
Look for QTR’s to start popping up on the Experience Arizona blog shortly. I hope you enjoy them. And, as always, I’d love to hear from you. Send me pictures, descriptions and GPS coordinates for that perfect spot, park, out-of-the-way diner, or whatever, I’d be happy to post them here.
Remember, the more people involved the more new areas ALL of us can explore and enjoy.
But there’s more to enjoying Arizona than just hiking, biking and four-wheeling. A lot more. Maybe you want to dip your toes in a cool stream on a hot day? Or find a shady spot to observe some of Arizona’s colorful birds? Or a unique place to eat lunch? Maybe attend a little-known festival in a small town? Anything that might be fun and exciting to do on a weekend.
QTR’s to the rescue.
QTR’s will be placed on the Experience Arizona blog site and will be short and to the point. One or two paragraphs describing the site or adventure, maybe a picture or two, possibly a GPS waypoint and a general map (but no detailed directions). Bim, Bam, Boom and you’re done. Free to go explore it on your own!
In addition, some QTR’s may only include a picture and short description with no GPS coordinates. No, we’re not being lazy or mean. We believe puzzles are fun. We’re going to leave it up to you to figure out where it is and how to get there. Don’t worry, we’ll provide enough clues to solve the mystery (though some will be harder than others). Besides, we believe exploring new areas is half the fun anyway.
Look for QTR’s to start popping up on the Experience Arizona blog shortly. I hope you enjoy them. And, as always, I’d love to hear from you. Send me pictures, descriptions and GPS coordinates for that perfect spot, park, out-of-the-way diner, or whatever, I’d be happy to post them here.
Remember, the more people involved the more new areas ALL of us can explore and enjoy.
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Raymert Townsite
This is a short, mostly unknown spur trail off the Box Canyon / Martinez Mine trails near Florence, Arizona that leads to the old town site of Reymert. This is fun offshoot of the main track and an interesting place to go explore (especially if you want to be alone).
The information from this blog has been moved to the Experience Arizona website at: http://www.experience-az.com/adventures/4wd/reymert/reymert.html
The Experience Arizona website has a lot more than the adventures contained in this blog:
- Interactive maps
- Weather
- To Do List
- Updated information
- Information on Arizona wildlife, plantlife and history
- Online magazine
- All for FREE!
Take a look, you'll be glad you did!
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Broken Arrow
Red Rock formation near beginning of trail
The Broken Arrow trail is located in the heart of the red rocks in Sedona. The Broken Arrow trail is a short, very scenic, moderately challenging 4wd trail. This is one of my favorite four wheel drive trails in Arizona.
The information from this blog has been moved to the Experience Arizona website at: http://www.experience-az.com/adventures/4wd/brokenarrow/brokenarrow.html
The Experience Arizona website has a lot more than the adventures contained in this blog:
- Interactive maps
- Weather
- To Do List
- Updated information
- Information on Arizona wildlife, plantlife and history
- Online magazine
- All for FREE!
Take a look, you'll be glad you did!
Friday, January 1, 2010
Rug Road / Carpet Hill / Turkey Creek
Carpet Hill
This is extremely remote, ruff and beautiful 4wd trail located between Mammoth and Klondyke, Arizona.
The information from this blog has been moved to the Experience Arizona website at: http://www.experience-az.com/adventures/4wd/rugroad/rugroad.html
The Experience Arizona website has a lot more than the adventures contained in this blog:
- Interactive maps
- Weather
- To Do List
- Updated information
- Information on Arizona wildlife, plantlife and history
- Online magazine
- All for FREE!
Take a look, you'll be glad you did!
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