Turkey Creek – Easy to Intermediate Run!
Date: Saturday September 13th
Meet up time: 12:00 NOON Roll out at 12:30
Trail Time (ESTIMATED): +/- 3 hours on dirt depending on number of rigs.
Meet up Coordinates: 34.16153, -112.16629 (Staging area shortly after you hit dirt on Crown King Road)
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/BFwHf51QfGzx8WnU7
Trail Type: Easy to Moderate with some fun obstacles that have bypasses
Permit Required: NO
Turkey Creek is a fun trail with lots of opportunity to hop out and explore some old Mine Ruins. We will run the trail North to South from Cleator back down to Bumblebee. Meetup is the staging area that is shortly after you leave pavement. From there, we’ll hit the graded dirt road and drive up towards Cleator where we can hop out and check out the “Yacht Club” for a few minutes before we turn down the trail.
There are a few spots where we could see water along this route depending on what the weather does and a couple obstacles that will challenge you if you choose not to take the bypasses.
To get there, take the Bumblebee exit off I-17 and head west. You will continue down Crown King Road for a mile or two and hit dirt, shortly after that is the staging area off to the left where we will meet up, air down and be on our way.
There is a high likelihood that we will have some Jeeps and other vehicles along for the ride since some of us will be coming directly from the Desert Rat Coffee and Crawlers event that morning.
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 if you like and chairs for when/if we break
Full tank of fuel
Air down kit and compressor (If you are new don’t have one, we can help)
First aid Kit
Your normal “off-road” kit as you see fit
Reminder: There is always a risk of Arizona pinstripes or body damage, especially on a trail like this! Run at your own risk — AZ Broncos is not responsible for vehicle damage.
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!
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.