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Hi everyone , Evan & I have a trip planned for the following dates 4/13-4/16 2023 .
summary of the trip :

4/13 : travel to beaty NV , aprox 5-6 hrs max
lunch stop @ keane wonder mine (suggestion)
explore/visit beaty area (suggestion)
check-in motel overnight , group diner @ smokin joes bbq (suggestion) , 630-7
4/14 : after breakfast , group meeting @ 830-9 in town TBD
depart for titus cyn trail , entering into DVNP
1st night camping mesquite springs camp ground
4/15 : ready to roll by 9am depart camp ground
visit ubehebe crater , tea kettle junction lunch break @the race track , explore as time permits
then travel (2 driver options) to go over the mountain pass down to saline valley rd
A) lippincott mine rd ( aggressive trail ) high clearance !!
B) hunter mountain rd ( mild/moderate trail ) , scenic
group will discuss prior as to which trail is suitable for each driver ,
and a meeting specified location when all drivers are on saline valley rd
then heading south aprox 30 miles , to route 190 west towards lone pine
2nd night camp in Alabama hills or camp ground
4/16 : all drivers at their leisure can prepare for travel home from lone pine area

the trip itinerary is subject to change due to weather and/or trail conditions
updates will be posted as needed

trip is limited to aprox 10 rigs
5-6 spaces are available as of 3/6/23

please respond only to this thread , first come basis

Marc
 
Did this part of the CABDR in 02/22 and can't wait to hit this trail again!

We will be completing Sections 5 to the start of Section 7:
 
I'm a maybe, unfortunately. I have a home improvement project around that time frame, so I can't commit just yet. I understand the need to have a finite number of trucks for logistics purposes (camp site space available, time on trail, etc...), so I will completely understand if it fills up before I can commit. Whether I make it on this trip, or not, I'm sure it will be a great trip!
 
I know the trip is over a month off, but surfpig reported 8' of snow on the south pass to Saline Valley. I'm sure Hunter Mountain road is no better right now.
 
Brentbba said:
I know the trip is over a month off, but surfpig reported 8' of snow on the south pass to Saline Valley. I'm sure Hunter Mountain road is no better right now.
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This may be of concern depending on how March weather goes ?
 
Brentbba said:
I know the trip is over a month off, but surfpig reported 8' of snow on the south pass to Saline Valley. I'm sure Hunter Mountain road is no better right now.
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At the end of the month or early April I will most likely be checking in with Eastern sierra 4 wheel drive club members?
 
oc cruiser 97 said:
Hi everyone , Evan & I have a trip planned for the following dates 4/13-4/16 2023 .
summary of the trip :

4/13 : travel to beaty NV , aprox 5-6 hrs max
lunch stop @ keane wonder mine (suggestion)
explore/visit beaty area (suggestion)
check-in motel overnight , group diner @ smokin joes bbq (suggestion) , 630-7
4/14 : after breakfast , group meeting @ 830-9 in town TBD
depart for titus cyn trail , entering into DVNP
1st night camping mesquite springs camp ground
4/15 : ready to roll by 9am depart camp ground
visit ubehebe crater , tea kettle junction lunch break @the race track , explore as time permits
then travel (2 driver options) to go over the mountain pass down to saline valley rd
A) lippincott mine rd ( aggressive trail ) high clearance !!
B) hunter mountain rd ( mild/moderate trail ) , scenic
group will discuss prior as to which trail is suitable for each driver ,
and a meeting specified location when all drivers are on saline valley rd
then heading south aprox 30 miles , to route 190 west towards lone pine
2nd night camp in Alabama hills or camp ground
4/16 : all drivers at their leisure can prepare for travel home from lone pine area

the trip itinerary is subject to change due to weather and/or trail conditions
updates will be posted as needed

trip is limited to aprox 10 rigs
5-6 spaces are available as of 3/6/23

please respond only to this thread , first come basis

Marc
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Death valley trip update . After monitoring conditions within the np. And Due to the epic winter season (still ongoing) in the eastern sierra . And death valley national park areas that have been affected by this winter. As well as last summer's flash flooding . Per Death valley NP website, Titus cyn is currently closed( Along with many other roads& trails) . The mountain passes that we would need to get through, Which are most likely under numerous feet of snow and trail conditions could be hazardous as well . We have decided for an alternate overlanding (historic Mojave trail & other trails within the preserve) trip . Below is the itinerary . Travel dates are still the same.


Updated: 3/30/23
4/13
travel day to Avi Resort & casino.https://www.avicasino.com/ Overnight hotel stay (optional ) . Meeting @main lobby 650pm . Group Dinner for those who want in the hotel @7 pm .There is local camping within proximity to the hotel property . KOA campground is nearby.

4/14
Friday morning meet up in the parking lot @830am . Those who wish can join for group breakfast in the hotel property @730am .
Meet at the trail head for mojave trail 9am .
Air down, From here we will visit several historic landmarks/sites along the mojave trail . Making our way westward towards the general new york mountains area . We have 2 options planned for first night camping . Depending on weather & how much daylight we have .

4/15
Break camp and be ready to move by 9 am . We will continue travel ( cedar cyn rd) ,then in a northern direction on ( Cima rd ) visiting several interesting locations, possibly exploring old mining sites or other significant landmarks . We will eventually get on I -15 , heading towards the state line Primm NV. For refueling and any provisions needed . We then proceed towards. Tecopa/death valley, (power lines rd,excelsior mine rd , tecopa pass ) . There will be a couple of sites To stop and explore along the way . When we reach the small town of tecopa , We will stop and discuss our camping options & dining . There is dispersed camping just outside/inside the n p boundary area .

4/16
Break camp by 9am , traveling on route 127 most of the way towards baker. I-15 home.

Please reply to this updated thread if interested . We have 4 drivers confirmed already.1of those drivers is going to meet us at the first night camp friday . As always trip schedule is subject to change. All times aprox. Hopefully winter will give us a break for april, With some spring like weather .GPS coordinates can be provided . Part of our trip will be on the eastern section historic mojave trail . And part on the CABDR (ca backcountry discovery route) map section 3 & part of section 4 .

Ps
The original trip will be reconsidered for a future date?

Marc
 
I planning on leaving the San Gabriel Valley at 9 if anyone is leaving the SGV wants to caravan. Anyone coming from the OC who wants to caravan, we can meet up in Barstow before turning onto the 40. I plan on getting to Laughlin around 1-130 to get in a round of golf at Mojave Resort or Las Lagos Golf Club (if anyone else is interested in joining, let me know).

A sneak peak of what we will be doing can be seen on these videos:
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From the NY Mtns, we will pick up on the CABDR to Tecopa/DV - (27:03-45:00)

Brandon will be meeting up with us Thurs night at the Avi and Andree will be meeting up with us at Fri night at camp.

The planned path can be seen highlighted in Orange.

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It doesn't look like I'll be able to make this trip, but look forward to future ones. Safe travels, all!
 
JZGarage said:
It doesn't look like I'll be able to make this trip, but look forward to future ones. Safe travels, all!
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Darn, thats too bad! Stay posted for future run updates!
 
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