Saguaro Lake - Butcher Jones - AZ Land Rover Rally 2007. Media in category "Butcher Jones Trail" The following 81 files are in this category, out of 81 total. Meet up is at 9am in the back of the Butcher Jones parking lot. Back on the published trail, there are not too many challenging obstacles that 4WD cannot overcome. google_ad_width = 728; Links. Close to the Butcher Jones turn off is a boat trailer parking/camping area. ?Vault toilets (at Butcher Jones) are equipped with grab bars and may require some assistance. Butcher Jones OHV Trail [CLOSED] is a 16.2 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Fort McDowell, Arizona that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. Saguaro Lake - Butcher Jones Trail. So me and some buddies decided to go for a spin up at butcher jones. google_ad_type = 'text_image'; Butcher Jones Trail #463, AZ: ... We started out at 5:30 AM from the trailhead clearly marked at the SW end of the parking lot at the end of the Butcher Jones road from the Bush highway. The trail has an average slope of 8 percent but has short stretches of 11 percent slope). The great thing about this trail is that you maintain a view of the lake through out most of the trail. any stock jeep will probably be ok but any other stock 4x4 vehicle with low clearance will have trouble, Super fun trail many offshoots easy to hard you can spend the whole day there the view of Bartlett Lake is gorgeous, Four Peaks OHV Road #143 to Route 188 [CLOSED], Butcher Jones to the Beeline OHV Route [CLOSED], Willow Springs Basin Tank via Bulldog Canyon, The Rolls and Saguaro Lake OHV Loop [CLOSED], https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/tonto/recarea/?recid=35415. The great thing about this trail is that you maintain a view of the lake through out most of the trail. This trail has trail markers and its number is 13. At Butcher Jones, Mesquite trees provide welcome natural shade to picnic units. Accomodations: (on site) Toilets Water Ranger Station Directions: From Phoenix/Fountain Hills area, take the Beeline Highway (87) North to the Bush Highway turn off on the right. 2.7mi — 3h 15m Take Shea Blvd east to 89A (beeline highway). Butcher Jones Recreation Site has pristine waters that rival the Caribbean, and it deserves a top spot on your summer bucket list. We've spent time at two of the three coves, and both were relatively easy in our Jeep Rubicon (2.5" body lift with 35" tires). Close to the Butcher Jones turn off is a boat trailer parking/camping area. Awesome as always make it as hard or easy as you want! Coves at Saguaro Lake | OffRoadAtlas.com. $3 for 3 months. However, the highlight of the area is the Butcher Jones Trail, a 4 mile out and back trail that is suitable for all skill levels. When: February 9, 2019 . Take Bush Highway south to the Butcher Jones Beach Rd, make a left and take it to the beach. This is not a rocky trail like other desert trails. Please check here for updates: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/tonto/recarea/?recid=35415. SUBSCRIBE NOW. This trail has some narrow parts making it a tight fit while passing other hikers. google_ad_width = 120; ?The trail from Butcher Jones to Peregrine Point is paved and has handrailings. Trail Description: Visits a number of coves along the north shore of Saguaro Lake. Just about an hour away from Phoenix, Butcher Jones Trail offers majestic views of this … Me, putting my socks and shoes back on. Did try a few off shoots after going too far up the left side of the wash once we started. google_ad_client = 'pub-1918679927959179'; Save time, save money by utilizing the All-Access content filters and unlock our All-Access Member only trails. Can have a lot of traffic, because it is so close. $3 for 3 months. google_ad_format = '728x90_as'; Enter this parking area and exit out the back onto a dirt trail and make a left turn (away from the lake). Hiking trail information for central Arizona's Tonto National Forest - Butcher Jones Trail 463. A popular long known 4x4 trail from the picnic area at Butcher Jones to a secluded cove at the water's edge of Saguaro Lake. google_ad_channel = '5804661494'; The first 1/4 mile to Peregrine Point is paved to provide for wheelchair access. tore right through a tire. Trail begins at the far east end of the beach. You get some red dirt like hiking in Georgia. took my brand new 2019 phoenix polaris 200 on this trail. Butcher Jones Trail #463, AZ: ... We started out at 5:30 AM from the trailhead clearly marked at the SW end of the parking lot at the end of the Butcher Jones road from the Bush highway. Bring a map because it's easy to go the wrong way with so many options. Trails Offroad All-Access membership gives you the highest grade of information before you hit the trails. Mesa, AZ 85215 The trail is primarily used for ohv/off road driving and is accessible year-round. Butcher Jones Trail provides amazing views of Saguaro Lake. menu Who was Butcher Jones, and why is a trail named after him near Saguaro Lake? This is not a rocky trail like other desert trails. Saguaro Lake - Butcher Jones - AZ Land Rover Rally 2007 [details], Coves at Saguaro Lake | OffRoadAtlas.com [details], , , Visits a number of coves along the north shore of Saguaro Lake, Enter through the green gate at the back of the Butcher Jones Recreation Area, Saguaro Lake - Butcher Jones - AZ Land Rover Rally 2007. The 4 Runner was tippy a couple times. Check it out: ... Much of the trail parallels the lake, so you'll be treated to awe-inspiring views every step of the way. Who: Ed, Marilyn, Dave, Diane, Kevin, Joanne, Rob, Meike . Trail gets more difficult based on which cove you end up at. Had a great time! The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. It is within 1/8 of a mile from the Butcher Jones turn off. Check it out: ... Much of the trail parallels the lake, so you'll be treated to awe-inspiring views every step of the way. With minimal elevation gain and beautiful views, it can't be beat! We took some off-road trails to the water which was closed off as well. Went about half way through the trail and then returned. Save 90%. Save 90%. Four Peaks Trail Photo The southwestern area "Sycamore Creek Access" has a large play area with many tall chutes like this cut into the hillside. So if you arrived at the trailhead without a permit, it's about a 20 mile backtrack to get one. The rest of the trail is all sand. The first 1/3 mile is sidewalk and pavement as it goes to a large boat launch area and gate at Peregrine Point. SUBSCRIBE NOW. The first half-mile is bustling with families and fishermen enjoying the lake. Butcher Jones Trail Saguaro Lake, the most easily accessible of four reservoirs on the Salt River, is a sight for eyes parched by the urban desert landscape. More rock art along the trail. In 2.3 miles take the Butcher A fun area to explore, especially in the summer when you want to spend some time on the lake without all the crowds. Actually, make that $8 for a Tonto Pass, which is good for the However, the highlight of the area is the Butcher Jones Trail, a 4 mile out and back trail that is suitable for all skill levels. It was my first time there, but the beach at Butcher Jones was Wolf's old stomping grounds. Go east for 2 miles to the signed turnoff for Butcher Jones Recreation Area. At the Base of Mt Pinter, Tonto National Forest, Arizona - panoramio.jpg 4,928 × 3,264; 3.65 MB Directions from Fountain Hills, AZ. Get one but the beach have seen these percent but has short stretches of 11 percent )... 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