Arizona Broncos is kicking off our holiday charity drive early this year!

At every trailhead—starting with this run and continuing through the season—you’ll have a chance to give back. We’re collecting new, unwrapped toys, children’s clothing, and cash donations at all group events.

As a thank you, you’ll receive a raffle ticket for our Christmas Party & Raffle on December 14th (you do not need to be present to win). Expect some incredible prizes!

100% of donations will go directly to the organizations we’re supporting this year:

• Maricopa County Sheriff’s Toy Patrol

• Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children

• OCJ Kids Foster Program

Let’s make this season one to remember—both on and off the trail.

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• Meet up time: 9:00 AM (On the trail by 9:30AM)

• Trail Time (ESTIMATED): +/- 3 hours on dirt depending on number of rigs.

• Meet up Coordinates: 33.62893, -111.56076

• Google Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/CcS5gJLccLanXAhf6

• Trail Type: Easy

• Permit Required: NO

Are you new to off-roading or just getting to know your Bronco

The Newbies Run is the perfect way to ease into the adventure! This relaxed and beginner-friendly trail ride is guided by experienced members who will walk you through light obstacles and offer helpful tips along the way. We may even have a special sponsor presentation during the run!

You'll get hands-on experience with your Bronco’s features—learning what all the knobs, dials, bells, and whistles do and how they can improve your off-road experience. We'll also go over essential gear to make sure you're prepared for future adventures.

Whether you’re brand new to the trails or just want to build more confidence, this is a great opportunity to explore what your Bronco can do. All Bronco models are welcome, including the Bronco Sport!

Please Note: Like any trail in Arizona, there is always a chance of encountering "Arizona pinstripes" (brush marks or scratches). Arizona Broncos is not responsible for any damage or injury that may occur on the trail.

The Basics and What to Bring

• Nobody left behind… EVER!

• Pack it in, Pack it out.

• GMRS Radio (We will pick the channel when we air down). PLEASE, make sure you know how to use your radio before we go! We also will have some loaner radios available!

• More water and drinks than you think you will need

• Bring a lunch and chairs for when we break

• Full tank of fuel

• We will air down but if you don’t have a compressor, we can help out.

• Your normal “off-road” kit.

Arizona Broncos is kicking off our holiday charity drive early this year!

At every trailhead—starting with this run and continuing through the season—you’ll have a chance to give back. We’re collecting new, unwrapped toys, children’s clothing, and cash donations at all group events.

As a thank you, you’ll receive a raffle ticket for our Christmas Party & Raffle on December 14th (you do not need to be present to win). Expect some incredible prizes!

100% of donations will go directly to the organizations we’re supporting this year:

• Maricopa County Sheriff’s Toy Patrol
• Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children
• OCJ Kids Foster Program

Let’s make this season one to remember—both on and off the trail.

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• Meet up time: 9:00 AM (On the trail by 9:30AM)
• Trail Time (ESTIMATED): +/- 5 hours on dirt depending on number of rigs.
• Meet up Coordinates: 33.68108, -111.50514 (Upper Sycamore Sugarloaf staging area)
• Google Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/TisehWJbsXiq8Vm3A
• Trail Type: Moderate
• Permit Required: NO

Step it up with an intermediate run.

This run is geared toward those who may have done our Ruby's Newbies run or have a little bit more off-road experience and looking to take on a slightly more challenging trail. For this adventure, we recommend Broncos equipped with 33” tires or larger—a rear locker will definitely come in handy.

We'll kick things off at the Upper Sycamore Sugarloaf Staging Area and explore the scenic Upper Sycamore trail system. Expect to encounter a few moderate obstacles (with bypasses available), offering a great opportunity to sharpen your skills and experience the value of a good spotter.

Our exact route is still being finalized, but plan for approximately 4 to 5 hours on the trail.

As always, please remember: Any Arizona trail comes with the inherent risk of pinstripes, scrapes, or other vehicle damage. Arizona Broncos assumes no responsibility for any damage or injury that may occur during the run.

The Basics and What to Bring:
• Nobody left behind… EVER!
• Pack it in, Pack it out.
• GMRS Radio (We will pick the channel when we air down). PLEASE, make sure you know how to use your radio before we go!
• More water and drinks than you think you will need
• Bring a lunch and chairs for when we break
• Full tank of fuel
• We will air down but if you don’t have a compressor, we can help out.
• Your normal “off-road” kit

Father’s Day Trail Ride to the lake – Sunday, June 15th

What better way to spend Father’s Day than out on the trail with family and friends? Due to growing interest, we’re putting together another relaxed and fun ride to celebrate the day—and everyone’s welcome!

A couple of years ago we did this event and had an absolute blast. It’s time to do it again—play in the lake, catch up with friends, and enjoy a day of adventure and laughs.

Plan for the Day:
We’ll meet at the Four Peaks Upper (Cottonwood) Staging Area, just off Four Peaks Road and Highway 87.
📍 GPS: 33.666764, -111.474032
⏰ Meet at 10:00 AM, air down and be ready to roll out by 10:30 AM.

From there, we’ll cruise through The Rolls OHV area which is about a 1 hour trail ride and make our way down to COVE 2 at Saguaro Lake. We’re not sure how busy the area will be, but either way, it’s sure to be a great time. (We will also send an advance team down to claim our spot like last time)

YOU WILL NEED A TONTO RECREATION PERMIT FOR THIS RUN:  LINK HERE

(Note, this is the new Tonto National Forest OHV Permit, not to be confused with the Tonto Pass or State Trust Land permit

What to Bring:

·       Lunch for you and your crew

·       Plenty of water and drinks

·       GMRS radio

·       Chairs for lakeside lounging

·       Pop Up Shades are welcome if you have one you want to bring

·       And of course—bring the kids, dogs, cats, cows, or whatever makes you smile!

This will be an easy ride, suitable for most rigs and drivers.

On the way back:
We’ll split into two groups:

·       One group will return the same way we came in.

·       The other will take the more challenging route via Pobrecito/Butcher Jones.

Let’s make this Father’s Day one to remember. We hope to see you out there!

Back in 2023, Steph and I had a wild idea—a Sunrise Run to beat the heat. We didn’t think anyone would show up… but it was a hit. Last year? Same thing. This year, we’re back and adding a twist!

• Meet-Up Time: 3:45 AM

• Roll-Out Time: 4:15 AM sharp

• Trail Time: 4-6 hours depending on which option.

• Meet-Up Coordinates: 33.66911, -111.49515 (This is the lower (first) staging area for the 4 Peaks Trail.)

• Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/xL9uqDwH6ypp7LTT6

• Trail Type: Easy | Bronco Sport friendly

• Permit Required: No

What to Expect

Yes—it’s early. Yes—we’ll all groan as we air down and question our life choices. But once we're on the trail chasing the sunrise, all that fades away. The views from the top of 4 Peaks are absolutely stunning, and totally worth it.

We'll stop at the summit viewpoint to take in the sunrise, relax, and enjoy the scenery. From there, you’ll have two route options:

Option 1:

Head back the way we came to the staging area with one of the trail leaders.

Option 2:

Join a leader for the “Super Loop”—continue down the Roosevelt side, cruise past the dam, and head home via the scenic Apache Trail.

Bronco Requirements - All Broncos welcome — including Bronco Sports! Trail is well-maintained and great for all experience levels.

What to Bring

• GMRS Radio (We’ll pick a channel at air-down. Please know how to use it!)
• Plenty of water & drinks — bring more than you think you’ll need
• Snacks & a camp chair for our summit stop
• Full tank of fuel before the trail
• Your standard off-road kit
• Respect the land: Pack it in, pack it out
• And as always — no one gets left behind. Ever.
• We will air down for the comfort of the ride but it is not a requirement for this trail unless it is wet.

Note: Light Arizona pinstripes are possible, but the trail is generally very friendly to your paint. Arizona Broncos is not responsible for any damage during the ride.

We may open this and post in another off-road group as it gets closer. Let’s make this another awesome run!

See you bright and early (emphasis on early)!

• Meet up time: 7:30 AM (On the road to the trail by 8:00am)

• Trail Time (ESTIMATED): +/- 8 hours on dirt depending on number of rigs. Plan for a day on the trail!

• Meet up Coordinates: 33.91049, -112.32468 (This is the air down spot where the pavement ends on Castle Hot Springs Road)

• Google Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/h5HEGSGfoRYbXJePA

• Trail Type: Advanced – LIMITED TO 15 VEHICLES

• Permit Required: NO

If you've been waiting for the opportunity to run the Back Way to Crown King with the group — this is it! We’re finally putting it together.

This trail is known for its steep climbs, narrow shelf roads, rocky obstacles, historic mining remnants, and epic views. This is NOT a beginner trail. While many of the obstacles offer bypasses, there are a few you’ll need to conquer head-on. For many in the off-road community, this trail is considered a rite of passage.

Trail Limit: We’re capping this run at 15 rigs total (including lead, mid, and tail), which leaves about 12 open spots. First 12 then alternates after that based on when you responded going to the event.

Please note: If you're hesitant about scraping your skid plates or hearing rocks kiss the underside of your Bronco — this probably isn’t the trail for you. Body damage is a real possibility here.

Plan for a Full Day Adventure. With trails like this, we could find ourselves delayed by recovering ourselves or others along the way. If you have somewhere to be, you might be late!

We'll meet at the trailhead where the pavement ends on Castle Hot Springs Road. There, we’ll air down and hold a driver’s meeting. From there, we’ll make our way up the trail to Crown King, link up with the Bronco group coming from the front side, explore the town, grab some fudge, and then cruise down Crown King Road to Bumblebee to air up.

Bronco Requirements:

To join this trail run, your rig must have:
• Minimum 35” tires
• Rear locker (front locker highly recommended)
• Skid plates
• Rock sliders strongly recommended
• Remove large factory running boards or side steps. If you show up with them and they pose a risk, you’ll be asked to remove them before we hit the trail.

The Basics & What to Bring
• No one gets left behind. Ever.
• Pack it in, pack it out.
• GMRS radio (We’ll pick a channel at the air-down spot. Please make sure you know how to use it!)
• Plenty of water & drinks — bring more than you think you’ll need
• Lunch & camp chair for the break
• Full tank of fuel before we start
• Compressor and Air Down gear
• Your usual off-road kit including recovery gear.

As always, expect the possibility of Arizona pinstripes (and in this case, there is a risk of body damage). Arizona Broncos is not responsible for any damage that may occur during the run.

A GPX file will be shared prior to the run for anyone who requests it.

• Meet up time: 9:00 AM Trail Time (ESTIMATED): +/- 6 hours on dirt depending on number of rigs. (40 miles start to finish)

• Meet up Coordinates: 33.84417, -112.44222 (Boulders OHV Area Trailhead)

  • Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oeWttffeJ975cLpZ6

• Trail Type: Moderate to High Moderate

• Leaders: TBD

• LIMITED RUN TO 15 TOTAL RIGS – Register on Facebook please. Due to the length of the trail and some of the challenges we are limiting this to a 15 rigs total. If we have more than that sign up, we will consider a second group an hour behind the first group.

Westside Run!

This trail will take you from Boulders OHV to Box Canyon in Wickenburg. We will enjoy a little bit of everything from smooth dirt road to rock, lots of hill climbs and descents and some narrow shelf roads. Once we get to Box Canyon there will be plenty of fun water to play in and drive through.  The canyon is amazing this time of year.

You will want to have a Bronco (or Jeep/other) on a minimum of 33” tires and at least a steel front skid plate.  Some underbelly protection is also advised. 

For this trail you WILL need a State Trust Land permit.   https://azland.my.salesforce-sites.com/recreationalpermit/ Current cost for a 1 year family permit is $20 .  Purchase online here:  Please do not try to hop on the run without a permit as they do check from time to time.

We will meet up at the Boulders OHV Area off Carefree Highway at 9am, air down and hit the trail by 9:30am.  This is a great staging area with restroom facilities as well.

As always…. On ANY trail in Arizona there is an inherent risk of Arizona pin stripes or scrapes/scratches. This trail is NO exception to the rule. The Arizona Broncos group does not take any responsibility for any damage that may happen along the trail.

What to bring (The basics)

• GMRS Radio (We will pick the channel when we air down). PLEASE, make sure you know how to use your radio before we go!

• More water and drinks than you think you will need

• Bring a lunch and chairs for when we break

• Full tank of fuel

• You should have all of the tools to air down and air up as well.

Pobrecito to the Lake - Sunday Funday

• Meet up time: 10:00 AM (On the trail by 10:30AM)

• Trail Time (ESTIMATED): +/- 5 hours on dirt depending on number of rigs.

• Meet up Coordinates: 33.59368, -111.54394

• Google Map Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/zHyuNnhY452wsr7i7

• Trail Type: Moderate to Difficult

• Permit Required: YES (Click here for your Tonto OHV permit.)

This will be a fun day with some time for lunch at the lake.  We will meet up at the Rolls  (Butcher Jones) OHV area which is about ¼ mile straight from the entrance  off Bush Highway. (Coordinates are for the turn off, then follow straight past the parking lot to the staging area)

The first part of the run from Pobrecito to Cove 2 will be more technical and has some great climbs and a few obstacles.  We will take that route and head down to the lake, set up for lunch and spend a little time there.  Once we pack up, we will head up towards the Four Peaks upper staging area.  From the 4 peaks staging area, you will have the choice to either air up and head out or continue on with us down through Trail FR11 which will take us out to the Beeline Highway (SR87) near Mesquite Wash. If there is water in the wash, may make a detour to get wet. (Fingers Crossed). 

Most Broncos should have no problem running this trail (depending on your skill level), if you’re running tires smaller than 33” you may have some scraping in a couple areas.  Rear locker is preferred but not necessary to make it.  This is NOT a first timer trail and not Sport friendly.

As always…. On ANY trail in Arizona there is an inherent risk of Arizona pin stripes or scrapes/scratches. The Arizona Broncos group does not take any responsibility for any damage that may happen along the trail.

 The Basics and What to Bring

• Nobody left behind… EVER!

• Pack it in, Pack it out.

• GMRS Radio (We will pick the channel when we air down). PLEASE, make sure you know how to use your radio before we go!

• More water and drinks than you think you will need

• Bring a lunch and chairs for when we break

• Full tank of fuel

• We will air down but if you don’t have a compressor, we can help out.

• Your normal “off-road” kit.

• Permit – This is a permit zone and you will need to go here to get your Tonto OHV permit.

  • Please do not try to come without the permit, they are checking!

·      Please – No drugs or alcohol on the trail.

We will make the GPX file available prior to the run for those who request it.

POST DOETSCH EVENT RUN:

Following the Doetsch Offroad all breeds event, we will be hosting a run for all through Bulldog Canyon

• Meet up time: 4:00 PM (Air Down / Driver Meeting and on trail by 4:30PM)

  • We will be chasing the sun, should get some great sunset views and a little dusk driving for fun!

• Trail Time (ESTIMATED): 3-4 hours depending on number of rigs.

• Meet up Coordinates: 33.50477, -111.61737

• Link to Google Map: CLICK HERE FOR MAP

We will be running the Bulldog Canyon OHV trail from the Usery Pass Gate through to Lost Dutchman (with the option to exit at Apache Junction if you are short on time).  This route will take our group on FR3554 from Usery and we will pick up FR10 at the end of the wash to Apache Junction and those who continue will make the turn to FR1356 and continue to the Lost Dutchman Gate on SR88.

The first part of this trail is very tame, then it becomes rocky and bumpy for the second part of the trail. And the third part of the trail from Apache Junction to Lost Dutchman has a bunch of great variation.

For this trail you WILL need to have the new Tonto permit. Purchase online here: Tonto National Forest Recreational Permit.  Please do not try to hop on the run without a permit as they do check from time to time. (Once you purchase it, you can put it in your Apple Wallet)

Any rig on 33” or larger tires can run this trail without any major issues. If you are on smaller tires, expect to scrape in a couple of places.   (As with any trail run, there is a risk of Arizona pinstripes and there are spots on this trail where you may rub.)

What to Bring as the very basics. 

• GMRS Radio (Please test it and learn to use it beforehand!)

• Plenty of water (Bring twice what you think you may need)

• Food / Snack

• First Aid Kit

• Your normal “off-road” setup if you have it

This is a DRY RUN…. Please no Alcohol or Drugs on the trail.

Your trail leaders will have most everything we could possibly need on this run so don’t think you need to go buy a bunch of gear just to come out. 

Join us on Saturday, March 29, 2025, from 11 AM to 3 PM for the Doetsch Off-Road All Breeds Show & Open House—the ultimate gathering for Jeep, Bronco, Truck, and SUV enthusiasts! Whether you want to show off your rig, check out some killer builds, or just hang with fellow off-road fans, this is the place to be!

 FREE EVENT – Open to all off-road lovers!

 SHOW OFF YOUR RIDE – Bring your Jeep, Bronco, Truck, or SUV and let everyone see what you’re working with!

 FOOD TRUCK – Grab some delicious eats while you browse!

 PRIZES & GIVEAWAYS – Win awesome gear and goodies!

 SPECIAL PRICING – Exclusive event-day deals on parts & accessories!

 Doetsch Off-Road – 480 E Warner Rd Suite 2, Chandler, AZ, United States, Arizona 85225

You asked for a step up from a Ruby's Newbies event. This is one. This area was closed due to a fire in 2005. It was recently reopened due the the work of Tral, a non profit focused on work in the Tonto National Forest.

Unfortunately, shortly after it opened, another fire went thru and the area was closed for a short time. This trail includes climbs, descents, off camber and enough challenges to keep you on your toes.

If you don't have a lift or Sasquatch, you may have some issues. Running boards will become gifts to the trail gods. Lockers are highly desired.

This is a one-way trail since it is a narrow trail with minimal areas to pass.

Entry into this area now requires a permit from Recreation.Gov

A 3 day permit is $10, a 6 month is $60 and an annual pass is $80. Be sure to purchase your pass before to head out and print a copy to show rangers if you are stopped.

Due to the narrow trail and minimal areas to pass, we want to keep our group smaller so we are limiting it to 15 rigs plus Trail lead/tail.

If you plan on going, you must select going so we can monitor the anticipated group. If you sign up as going and have to cancel, please change to not going so it will open up a spot for someone else.

Link to Google Map

https://maps.app.goo.gl/789WNopi8NsymaWK6