Bulldog Canyon - Charity Drive Run
Sponsored by Bulldog Winch and Desert Rat!
Date: Saturday November 8th (Immediately following Desert Rat Coffee and Crawlers)
Meet up time: 11:00 AM (Air Down / Driver Meeting and on trail by 11:30AM)
Trail Time (ESTIMATED): +/- 4 hours depending on number of rigs.
Meet up Coordinates: 33.50483, -111.61777 (Bulldog Canyon OHV staging area off Usery Pass Road)
Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7UWsB3AEBT3EiyXy8
Directions from Desert Rat Tempe: https://maps.app.goo.gl/sBT1nRxWcJm8izqg7
Immediately following Coffee and Crawlers at Desert Rat in Tempe, we will be running the Bulldog Canyon OHV trail from Usery Pass through to Lost Dutchman (with the option to exit at Apache Junction if you are short on time). This route takes us along FR3554 down through the wash and then we turn at the end of the wash to FR 10 towards Apachee Junction (where you can choose to exit if you are short on time), the rest of the group will continue on to FR1356 to the Lost Dutchman Gate on SR88.
There are a couple obstacles and a rocky section on this trail but for the most part it is a fairly tame trail to do with the group!
For this trail you WILL need a Tonto OHV permit. Current cost is $10 for a 3 day permit, $60 for a 6 month Permit and $80 for an annual permit. for a 6 month permit. Purchase online here: https://www.recreation.gov/activitypass/AP22844. This permit gets you in to all of the Tonto OHV areas (Bulldog, Rolls OHV, Desert Vista and St. Clair).
Please do not try to hop on the run without a permit as the Forest Service is enforcing and checking for permits.
Any Sasquatch Bronco or Bronco on 33” or larger tires and a driver who has been off road a few times should be able to run this trail without any major issues. You will rub more with tires smaller than 33”.
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 so bring your compressor!
Your normal “off-road” kit.
CHARITY DRIVE DETAILS: At every trailhead through the season—you’ll have a chance to give back. For those who are able, we’re collecting new, unwrapped toys, children’s clothing, and cash donations at all group events. (Our target is a gift worth approximately $10.00.) Donations are not required but are greatly appreciated! All toys collected on this run will go to the Desert Rat Coffee and Crawlers Christmas Event Donation Drive!
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 at the raffle! 100% of donations will go directly to the organizations we’re supporting this year.