US Southwest ** Full Event** Gold Butte/North Grand Canyon exploration

[Mike Dubya]

** Full Event** Yeah, I know- there is already one of these scheduled. Unbeknownst to them I've had this planned since last summer, just not posted until now. I am making a public YouTube video of the trip, so if you sign up you are agreeing to be filmed- the good, the bad, and the ugly. Don't sign up if you don't want to be filmed.

View Rally Point

 

[Sirgoomba]

Curious if dogs will be allowed, I know he can’t go in to GCNP, but I can stay outside when camping?

 

[Mike Dubya]

Curious if dogs will be allowed, I know he can’t go in to GCNP, but I can stay outside when camping?

I'm not sure of the park requirements for dogs into the area. I don't have any issue with well behaved dogs coming.

 

[Sirgoomba]

I will check my schedule and let you know.

 

[bear_den_overland]

oh this sounds cool. it'll depend when/if our summer trip is confirmed. Ill definitely be watching!

 

[Jeep'n It Simple]

Very interested in this trip, any restriction on trailers? Have a small off-road trailer I normally bring on trips.

 

[Mike Dubya]

Very interested in this trip, any restriction on trailers? Have a small off-road trailer I normally bring on trips.

I don't believe there would be any restriction on trailers- just what you feel comfortable with. If a section is problematic, there are enough re-routing options it shouldn't be a problem. Just make sure you have good communication with the group so we can lend a hand if needed. Frankly, I'm a little jealous of sleeping on a good bed!

 

[Jeep'n It Simple]

I don't believe there would be any restriction on trailers- just what you feel comfortable with. If a section is problematic, there are enough re-routing options it shouldn't be a problem. Just make sure you have good communication with the group so we can lend a hand if needed. Frankly, I'm a little jealous of sleeping on a good bed!

Thanks, should not have any issues. It's build for off-roading, 20" ground clearance, off road tires, spare tire, long arm coil suspension, etc. The guy i bought it from lived in Utah for several years and did a lot of back country exploring and said he never had an issue taking it anywhere.

 

[Z714XPLOR]

I have been wanting to explore this area. My schedule is clear. Thanks for putting it together.

 

[Mike Dubya]

I have been wanting to explore this area. My schedule is clear. Thanks for putting it together.

My pleasure- I'm looking forward to meeting you all

 

[Toyota4Funner]

Howdy! New to OB but not new to overlanding. Excited to join a group trip with y'all–I've been wanting to check out AZ for a while.

 

[Mike Dubya]

Howdy! New to OB but not new to overlanding. Excited to join a group trip with y'all–I've been wanting to check out AZ for a while.

Welcome aboard!

 

[Mike Dubya]

We are coming up on 4 weeks until the trip! Just a reminder- be prepared for no bathrooms on the route. Burying waste in the desert has become out of vogue in recent times. I suggest WAG bags for everyone to stay happy and sanitary. This will be an awesome trip! I'm very excited to meet all of you!

 

[Z714XPLOR]

Thanks for the update. See you in a few weeks.

 

[Toyota4Funner]

We are coming up on 4 weeks until the trip! Just a reminder- be prepared for no bathrooms on the route. Burying waste in the desert has become out of vogue in recent times. I suggest WAG bags for everyone to stay happy and sanitary. This will be an awesome trip! I'm very excited to meet all of you!

Sounds good. Looking forward to it!

 

[Jeep'n It Simple]

Mike, unfortunately I need to pull out of the trip. It looked awesome however family and medical issues mean no travel till late-April;. Have a fun and safe travels.

 

[Mike Dubya]

Mike, unfortunately I need to pull out of the trip. It looked awesome however family and medical issues mean no travel till late-April;. Have a fun and safe travels.

Bummer, I hope we're able to meet up another time. Best wishes!

 

[BBPinzi]

I’m very interested in going. How do I sign up?

 

[Mike Dubya]

Looks like you got it- welcome aboard! I hope everyone has access to the maps through the onX link in the description. Let me know if you need direct .GPX files- You are going to want them in case you need to navigate solo in case of an emergency.

 

[BBPinzi]

I'd appreciate it if you could send me the .GPX files. I have a GAIA account but not onX. I've been to that area before but have not visited any of the sites you listed other than Kelly Point. Expect lots of pin striping going out to Kelley Point unless the brush has been cut back since I was there.