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HEVAK

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Truck Haven
« on: December 30, 2012, 07:47:40 AM »
Let's try this again. Hopefully mother nature will take pity on us since we're helping her clean and maintaining her beautiful 2N02.

I've never been there, but it sounds like a heck of a good time. That being said, I don't leading this run, as long as I have experianced tail gunner. John, Terry and Jordan, feel free to jump in here anytime.

LETS DO THIS!!!

CB Channel = 24(for X)  ;)
FRS Channel = Channel 1(For January) 24(for X) (Bring em if you got em, but CB comm is preferred)

Meet at Christmas Circle at 9:00am


Christmas Circle Google Map

Also, there is free air fill up (blue hose on the east side of the building, please re-coil when done) at the gas station just outside of town (western end) so please give them some gas/snack money during your stay.  Couldn't locate coordinates/map location, but look for the firewood for sale in wheelbarrows as you enter town from the west and you can't miss it.

Map and info courtesy of Ghost X - Thanks John

The description below is courtesy of Rockin X and Dirtopia:


Truckhaven Trail
From Dirtopia, The Off-Road Encyclopedia

A large part of this trail runs through private property with about 11 miles still open to hikers and private SUVs.

The loose sand on the terrain gives this trail a moderate difficulty rating except for the intersections with the Arroyo Salado Trail and Calcite Mine Trail which is rated more difficult. Another section in the North Fork Arroyo Salado Wash is rated even higher. Choose these sections only if you are an experienced driver and capable of avoiding serious damage to your vehicle.

Starting at Borrego-Salton Seaway (S22) east of Borrego Springs, the trail moves to the Santa Rosa Mountains. You pass by the Inspiration Point and Fonts Point Wash and can see the Clark Lake along the way.

You drive down for about 2.9 miles on S22 and then turn south towards Arroyo Salado Wash. Campers can use the sites that is near this section.

Inside Arroyo Salado Wash
Once in this zone, you are transported into a new world with the red canyon walls looming over you. After about 2.2 miles you land at a side wash which has a small intersection. You then reach the formed trail taking you out of the wash and leading to a saddle. From then on you start moving down the North Fork Arroyo Salado Wash.

After you move out of this wash you enter the section rated 5 which lasts until you reach Cannonball Canyon. After this it becomes easy again and rejoins S22. At this point you get access to the Calcite Mine Trail.

Maps and GPS Coordinates
Truckhaven Trail Coordinates: 33.303667
« Last Edit: February 23, 2013, 08:47:06 PM by HEVAK »
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Re: Truck Haven - January 19, 2013
« Reply #1 on: December 30, 2012, 07:58:45 AM »
Great idea Ray...homework pending I am in for this run for sure.

Just want to throw in that Christmas Circle in Borrego Springs makes for an excellent meet spot.  

Christmas Circle Google Map

Also, there is free air fill up (blue hose on the east side of the building, please re-coil when done) at the gas station just outside of town (western end) so please give them some gas/snack money during your stay.  Couldn't locate coordinates/map location, but look for the firewood for sale in wheelbarrows as you enter town from the west and you can't miss it.

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Re: Truck Haven - January 19, 2013
« Reply #2 on: December 30, 2012, 09:02:19 AM »
Git Er Done!!

OP Updated
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Re: Truck Haven - January 19, 2013
« Reply #3 on: December 30, 2012, 09:13:15 AM »
Check out Backcountry Adventures by Peter Massey, South Coast trail #26, on page 372 of the 2002 publication for a more detailed description, routing, map and GPS coordinates.  Also, Guide to Southern California Backroads & 4-Wheel Drive Trails by Charles Wells has a nice description, map and routing information.  If anyone has a video camera or GoPro, this would be an ideal location for it.  "Build it and they will come."

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Re: Truck Haven - January 19, 2013
« Reply #4 on: December 30, 2012, 09:24:18 AM »
Hope you and your amazing camera skills can join us Marshann
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Re: Truck Haven - January 19, 2013
« Reply #5 on: December 30, 2012, 09:42:02 AM »
I will not be able to roll with you on the 19th, but trust me you will have fun!!!!

Just remember if you get lost...   Head down the washes  they all lead to the Salton Sea eventually  :D

Plus...   Some things to do if you are bored?    Find the phone booth, yes a phone booth, on top of a hill in the middle of TruckHaven.   Next you might want to visit the "RV park" also in the middle of TruckHaven.   I'll tell you these people have a hell of a sense of humor.

Also, for your return.   The AM/PM at the intersection of S22 and Highway 86 has the best prices in the area.
Terry

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Re: Truck Haven - January 19, 2013
« Reply #6 on: December 30, 2012, 10:17:13 AM »
Me thinks Haven is a bit too much for a stock 4x4 so I'll sit this one out but it looks like an awesome park, it'll surely be a great day!!
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Re: Truck Haven - January 26, 2013 *DATE CHANGE*
« Reply #7 on: December 30, 2012, 10:42:52 AM »
Ok Ray...   I can make the 26th.  Put me down this will be fun.
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Re: Truck Haven - January 26, 2013 *DATE CHANGE*
« Reply #8 on: December 30, 2012, 10:48:42 AM »
Can't make the 26th. Have fun.

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Re: Truck Haven - January 26, 2013 *DATE CHANGE*
« Reply #9 on: December 30, 2012, 11:07:34 AM »
I won't be able to make this run but I am planning on being in the area for the annual Roughneck Rendezvous IV event the 26th and 27th.  There should be plenty of other geocachers and off roaders in the area too.


http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/pages/1170/files/roughneck-rendezvous-iv-poster.pdf
This isn't Santa's Workshop.  This place smells like mushrooms and everyone looks like they want to hurt me.

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Re: Truck Haven - January 26, 2013 *DATE CHANGE*
« Reply #10 on: January 03, 2013, 05:25:37 PM »
In:)
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Re: Truck Haven - January 26, 2013 *DATE CHANGE*
« Reply #11 on: January 03, 2013, 05:53:17 PM »
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Re: Truck Haven - January 26, 2013 *DATE CHANGE*
« Reply #12 on: January 03, 2013, 08:00:41 PM »
I'm in.
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Re: Truck Haven - January 26, 2013 *DATE CHANGE*
« Reply #13 on: January 03, 2013, 10:08:25 PM »
 :o HOLY CRAP, a trail run NOT in Big Bear!!! My work schedule is changing as of this Tuesday but I think I should be able to make this run. It will be nice to see everyone again.
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Re: Truck Haven - January 26, 2013 *DATE CHANGE*
« Reply #14 on: January 03, 2013, 10:14:45 PM »
Thank Ray, count me in! looking forward to see your new bumper in person
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