SW Idaho Overlanding
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Lava Roads II April 26-29
Time: 9:30am
Meet Place: Valley Wide Country Store 2442 Main St, Gooding, ID 83330
Destination: Desert/Lava Fields
Estimated Duration: 4 days Estimated Distance: 250 miles, Gooding, ID to Firth, ID
Comms Channels: GRMS=17, CB=13
Well, it is time to post the next planned trip. Lava Roads II is planned for April 26-29. This should prove to be a great time to be out in the desert. Traditional highs in the 60's and lows in the 30's. Perfect! It is also part of the rainy season so it could be a bit wet so be prepared.
This route will take in a big part of the Upcoming West East Idaho Overland Route (WEIOR). A route verification for part of Leg 2 and most of Leg 3. Starting in Gooding, Idaho and ending in Firth, Idaho. This will take in 250 miles of mostly dirt, gravel and two track roads once we leave pavement north of Gooding. Keep in mind that this is a one way trip and depending on where you start there may be a long drive back.
I have driven some of these roads. Probably about 1/4 of the entire route, the rest will be all new to me as well. There are a few places that may require reroutes. We will not know that until we get there though. Some of these roads are rocky and some are going through lava fields so good tires are going to be needed. Stock high clearance vehicles should be fine. Vehicles such as Subaru's may have issues. 4x4 will probably be needed especially if it is wet. Roads could be narrow and brushy at times. Usually they are not, just giving a heads up since I have not driven most of these roads.
I have allowed for 4 days on trail, but if we make good time we may only need 3 days. There are plenty of good break off points if you wanted to make this a shorter trip as well.
This is not a guided tour and all who attend are ultimately responsible for their own safety. I am not responsible for damage, injury and or death. You partake under your own free will knowing the dangers of such activities.
Hope to see you there! George.
Time: 9:30am
Meet Place: Valley Wide Country Store 2442 Main St, Gooding, ID 83330
Destination: Desert/Lava Fields
Estimated Duration: 4 days Estimated Distance: 250 miles, Gooding, ID to Firth, ID
Comms Channels: GRMS=17, CB=13
Well, it is time to post the next planned trip. Lava Roads II is planned for April 26-29. This should prove to be a great time to be out in the desert. Traditional highs in the 60's and lows in the 30's. Perfect! It is also part of the rainy season so it could be a bit wet so be prepared.
This route will take in a big part of the Upcoming West East Idaho Overland Route (WEIOR). A route verification for part of Leg 2 and most of Leg 3. Starting in Gooding, Idaho and ending in Firth, Idaho. This will take in 250 miles of mostly dirt, gravel and two track roads once we leave pavement north of Gooding. Keep in mind that this is a one way trip and depending on where you start there may be a long drive back.
I have driven some of these roads. Probably about 1/4 of the entire route, the rest will be all new to me as well. There are a few places that may require reroutes. We will not know that until we get there though. Some of these roads are rocky and some are going through lava fields so good tires are going to be needed. Stock high clearance vehicles should be fine. Vehicles such as Subaru's may have issues. 4x4 will probably be needed especially if it is wet. Roads could be narrow and brushy at times. Usually they are not, just giving a heads up since I have not driven most of these roads.
I have allowed for 4 days on trail, but if we make good time we may only need 3 days. There are plenty of good break off points if you wanted to make this a shorter trip as well.
This is not a guided tour and all who attend are ultimately responsible for their own safety. I am not responsible for damage, injury and or death. You partake under your own free will knowing the dangers of such activities.
Hope to see you there! George.
Explorer I
- 3,680
- First Name
- Brian
- Last Name
- McGahuey
- Member #
23711
- Ham/GMRS Callsign
- GMRS WRMV941
Between prior commitments with my daughters girl scout troop, and my Xterra not currently in my possession, I won't be able to make this trip.
I'm planning on making the full run of the east/west route though.
Explorer I
- 3,680
- First Name
- Brian
- Last Name
- McGahuey
- Member #
23711
- Ham/GMRS Callsign
- GMRS WRMV941
Xterra is fine. I loaned it to a friend until he can get his jeep fixed.
Less than a week out. If anyone is interested in caravaning from Boise a couple of us will be meeting at
On the Run Travel Center
10026 S Eisenman Rd, Boise, ID 83716
at 7:00 a.m.
Hello
Schedule has cleared. I can make this trip if there is room available. Would plan to me at the On The Run Travel Center.
What is the gas availability if "going all the way" before heading back to Boise?
Thanks
Mordor V9.0
Date May 31-June 2
Time: Friday Afternoon
Meet Place: N 43.08874 W 114.07611 (Camp Site)
Destination: Desert/Lava Fields
Estimated Duration: 3 days
Comms Channels: GRMS=17, CB=13
It is time again for the Mordor Trip. Mordor V9.0 will be a base camp type trip. Base camp will be Northeast of Richfield, Id at N 43.08874 W 114.07611. There is no set time for people to arrive on Friday, but I will be arriving midafternoon. I will be planning a trail ride for Saturday.
Expect rough, rocky/lava roads. Stock high clearance vehicles should be ok. Good tires are highly recommended. No street tires. Roads could be brushy and narrow at times.
I will be leaving sometime late morning/early afternoon. If anyone wants to caravan from Boise let me know and we can plan a place to meet.
This is not a guided tour and all who attend are ultimately responsible for their own safety. I am not responsible for damage, injury and or death. You partake under your own free will knowing the dangers of such activities.
Hope to see you there! George.
Date May 31-June 2
Time: Friday Afternoon
Meet Place: N 43.08874 W 114.07611 (Camp Site)
Destination: Desert/Lava Fields
Estimated Duration: 3 days
Comms Channels: GRMS=17, CB=13
It is time again for the Mordor Trip. Mordor V9.0 will be a base camp type trip. Base camp will be Northeast of Richfield, Id at N 43.08874 W 114.07611. There is no set time for people to arrive on Friday, but I will be arriving midafternoon. I will be planning a trail ride for Saturday.
Expect rough, rocky/lava roads. Stock high clearance vehicles should be ok. Good tires are highly recommended. No street tires. Roads could be brushy and narrow at times.
I will be leaving sometime late morning/early afternoon. If anyone wants to caravan from Boise let me know and we can plan a place to meet.
This is not a guided tour and all who attend are ultimately responsible for their own safety. I am not responsible for damage, injury and or death. You partake under your own free will knowing the dangers of such activities.
Hope to see you there! George.
Happy 4th!
Though I would throw up a teaser of some of the WEIOR Route to celebrate the holiday!
This trip/video series covers some of Leg 1 of the WEIOR (West East Idaho Overlanding Route) that I am building across Idaho. In this video all the roads we are driving are the official route as it stands now. More videos to follow so stay tuned, like and subscribe! George.
Though I would throw up a teaser of some of the WEIOR Route to celebrate the holiday!
This trip/video series covers some of Leg 1 of the WEIOR (West East Idaho Overlanding Route) that I am building across Idaho. In this video all the roads we are driving are the official route as it stands now. More videos to follow so stay tuned, like and subscribe! George.
This trip/video series covers some of Leg 1 of the WEIOR (West East Idaho Overlanding Route) that I am building across Idaho. In this video some of the roads we are driving are the official route as it stands now. More videos to follow so stay tuned, like and subscribe! George.
