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Hey guys I planned a Alamo Lake ride earlier this year in February, 5 of us went and had a blast. I have since planned another ride. I know a lot of you didn't go because we didn't get the cabins in time. Well this time I reserved all 4 cabins (all they have) for the weekend of December 14th through the 16th.

Note: we have 3 cabins Friday to Sunday and 1 Cabin for one night (Friday). At the time of the reservation this was all they had.

These cabins are pretty basic but will get you out of the elements.

They include 2 single bunk beds with mattresses (4 beds total, you must bring your own linens), 4 chairs, table, and heating and AC. These cabins can accommodate up to 6 people total (assuming air mattress on floor). Showers and toilets are nearby (waking distance) within the park. They also include a firepit and BBQ (charcoal). There are full hookups on the site as well for an RV.

To cover the trip cost and assuming 4-6 people per cabin, each person cost will be

$40 per person for the whole weekend.
you can send cash, paypal me, or write me a check.
PM me for details

December 7th will be the cutoff time. At that time any cabins unused will cancelled. ( I don't see that happening).


https://azstateparks.com/alamo-lake/camping-and-cabins/camping-cabins

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The ride:

We will start from Havasu (McCulloch and 95 @ the short stop) and leave roughly @ 8:00 am (official time TBD). We then will head down to Kevin's cabin and from there start crossing over until we reach Alamo Lake. There are several sites to see along the way (including cabins, ancient Indian ruins, mining equipment, views, slot canyon ect.) One way is about 90 miles depending on how many detours we make. On our way to Alamo Lake we will stop @ wayside RV where we can get Fuel, food and more beer (yes we cleaned them out last year even after bringing 5 cases!!).

This year we are going for two nights, so Saturday will be whatever we want to do day! shooting, fishing, drinking, we can go riding and explore more ect…

I also think it would be awesome to do a night ride through the slot canyon!

Overall this ride is between 180 miles to 220 round trip. Every vehicle must be able to do that distance without mechanical failures. Spares, jacks, tools, water, fuel are all highly recommended to bring with you. We will be traveling at a moderate speed (30 mph average). AZ Street legal is also required.

Note for Fuel:
Wayside only has 87 octane, so for you turbo guys please bring octane booster
87 octane at wayside is roughly $5 bucks a gallon or so as well

we all had a great time last year and we can have an even better time this year!
 
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Some good pics!

I’m in !! Call me or txt me your address I’ll send ya some cash, ASAP!

I have a buddy that might want to go, not sure if he is in yet or if he wants to drive his own RzR or what but I’ll pre pay for him!
Have to check with Short Deck to see if he is in....

This ride is a blast!
 

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Some good pics!

I’m in !! Call me or txt me your address I’ll send ya some cash, ASAP!

I have a buddy that might want to go, not sure if he is in yet or if he wants to drive his own RzR or what but I’ll pre pay for him!
Have to check with Short Deck to see if he is in....

This ride is a blast!

I'm in if you drive and Bruce can come. [emoji3]
I regret not taking him last year.


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I'm in if you drive and Bruce can come. [emoji3]
I regret not taking him last year.


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Oh sure thing Bruce can roll with us!!!
We’ll have a blast! I’m getting excited!
 

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Let me see if I’ll be available that weekend...
 

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I put my name in for this on the other thread, but did not notice the az street legal part. Is that a deal breaker? Or assume the risk on my own? Thanks!
 

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I put my name in for this on the other thread, but did not notice the az street legal part. Is that a deal breaker? Or assume the risk on my own? Thanks!
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I put my name in for this on the other thread, but did not notice the az street legal part. Is that a deal breaker? Or assume the risk on my own? Thanks!
We will be driving on the highway (95) for 5-6 miles in the Am when we leave and when we return Sunday. When we get there, there is also Alamo lake road and paved highway. I would say go for it but the risk is all yours
 

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We will be driving on the highway (95) for 5-6 miles in the Am when we leave and when we return Sunday. When we get there, there is also Alamo lake road and paved highway. I would say go for it but the risk is all yours
Yea, sounds like staying in the middle of the pack would be a good idea:)
 
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I have to wait until it gets closer , I would love to go
 

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So far we have the following people paid and going

Hplavey +1
Bn +1
Bpracing
DLC +1
Shortdeck +1
 

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I believe Noah and Wired For Sound crew want to go on this..

I'll call you in a second. I know I'm going for sure! :) Last time was a trip of a lifetime!

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Deb and I will love to go ... I'm just starting a new show that doesn't start shooting till Oct 22 ... Should know if I can get time off late in November ... Just need to see how it goes .. Some show are easy and some are crazy .... Now if it was Dec 22 - Jan 6 we could make it cause that is Holiday Hiatus ....
 

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Curious if there is a width restriction based on the pics? I’m right at 90-91” wide.
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I am hoping that I get my Manx done soon, I would love to join you guys too!
 

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It would be tight. That is the only area that is very narrow and you do not have to go through it. It’s an offshoot. There are 2-3 corners that are tight turns and narrow. I fit in my 76” wide commander with maybe 9-12” per side. I would think you will be ok.

The trails in some cases are narrow (utv wide) same as off-roading in havasu.

If you have offloaded in havasu and gone to the cabin. I think you will be just fine
 

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Really looking forward to this! Noah / Jeanette and Wendi and William are going!
 

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Really looking forward to this! Noah / Jeanette and Wendi and William are going!
Sounds good, send money to lock them in :) hahah.

On a side note anymore thought on the trailer deal we spoke about?
 

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I’m 80” and made it not touching but don’t know how much room I had to spare.

If I recall correctly in a couple spots length comes in to play also.

Brian
 

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Sounds good, send money to lock them in :) hahah.

On a side note anymore thought on the trailer deal we spoke about?

Im working on getting it out there. Text me cost on cabins and I’ll send you $$
 

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Is there still room for another??? You said there is RV parking. Maybe possible to have my toyhauler taken and setup?


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Is there still room for another??? You said there is RV parking. Maybe possible to have my toyhauler taken and setup?


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Yep there is room, and yes there is trailer parking at each cabin.
 

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I'd really like to do this, we'll see. I'm about 90/10 right now Ian. I'm normally right and I know how it will go.
 

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That’s the plan unless you can’t?

Last year we did a there and back on the same trail. This year wanted to do a loop trail
 

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Curious if there is a width restriction based on the pics? I’m right at 90-91” wide. View attachment 689924

My buddy's old Durango beater had a 1/32 on each side, so no problem :D. We had a 2 door Tahoe in the group that made it but the sidewalls rubbed. My 2 door rubicon at the time made it with a little finesse.

The canyon follows a somewhat parallel FS road and its about 6 miles in the canyon before you pop back to the FS road. if you are too wide you could just meet at the end using the FS road and just goof off hiking the slot canyon waiting for the group to come out.


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Update on the list of people who are committed on going.

DLC +3
Shortdeck +1
Hplavey +1
Bn +1
Bpracing

11 people so far.

Interest from several others.

Andy01
River Dave and wired for sound plus wendi and William
Dirtbag
Devious Chris
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Dezertracer
Dwc
02howard
Crazy jimmy

Lock it in to get your spots :)

Once the cabins are full the rest of people will sleep outside :)

I plan to sleep outside already :)
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3 cabins are booked. I have 1 cabin left for Friday night only! Saturday night will require other accommodations.
 

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Would be so cool to pull this off. My schedule still too busy. Wasn’t this the trip that the tundra got broken in on last year?


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The Toyota lost a tire, due to Ivan the iron man driving! He was attached to Shortdeck’s rzr bumper! We couldn’t loose him he was always right there behind us!

His truck did AWESOME!
 

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The Toyota lost a tire, due to Ivan the iron man driving! He was attached to Shortdeck’s rzr bumper! We couldn’t loose him he was always right there behind us!

His truck did AWESOME!
Learning from lost the tire last year I have two full size spare now.
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Last year was an awesome trip and met all great people. Try to make it this year again 50/50 since friend's son birthday at the same weekend. Will see how's goes. If make it I will sleep in the truck bed tent.
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I located this junk/hoarder yard in the middle of nowhere out by Alamo. I always wanted to approach it but haven't. Weird crap you see in the desert, If you zoom in on earth there is all kinds of crap. I think you guys should bum rush the place. :D

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Im penciled in for this one also +1. Ill be tent camping since work can throw me for a curve ball at any moment and dont want to take a cabin space if that happens.

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I located this junk/hoarder yard in the middle of nowhere out by Alamo. I always wanted to approach it but haven't. Weird crap you see in the desert, If you zoom in on earth there is all kinds of crap. I think you guys should bum rush the place. :D

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That sounds like a fantastic way to get killed. Lol
 
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