This Saturday we will once again go back to higher elevation and cooler weather to conquer the New River Trail. This is a fun and challenging trail that will have us slowly climb through the high Sonoran Desert and into the Tonto National Forest to experience a 360-degree unobstructed view of the scenery below. We will start on I17 and finish in Cave Creek.

Technically, we will be on the Table Mesa trail for a bit if you want to grab your Badge of Honor here.

This is typically an intermediate BLUE trail traversing steep rocky climbs and rutted narrow shelf roads. Recent erosion and wash out sections have made this trail borderline RED though. There are a few sections requiring climbing 3+ feet rocks and boulders. Towards the end of the trail, there is a level 6 obstacle, a boulder garden for those that want to challenge their Jeeps and expertise. A bypass option is also available.

Extensive off-road experience is recommended alone with a 2.5-inch lift and 33+ tires. Optional sections will require front and rear lockers to conquer.

Upon completion of the trail, we will stop at one of the many bars/restaurants in Cave Creek to grab a few drinks and a bite to eat.

Please note that we’re switching to our summer schedule and will be starting the trail at 9:00 AM sharp!

As always, please arrive with a full tank of gas at the designated meeting spot and be ready for a prompt departure. If you’re running late, please let us know by posting or messaging in the Meetup App. If your plans change and you’re unable to attend, please promptly remove yourself from the event so that others on the standby list can take your place.

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Event Type: 1 Day Adventure
AZ Pinstriping: Low
Difficulty: 4 to 5
Camping: None
Jeep Requirements: Stock Jeeps with offroad tires.
Equipment Requirements: Full Gas Tank, Spare Tire, inflation/deflation tools, drinks/lunch, Sense of Adventure
Radio: GMRS Radio Channel #15.