Anyone know when it will be open. I would recommend it to everyone who enjoys amazing views and awesome Arizona terrain. At the base of the main trail the altitude is 1,506 feet (459 meters). Material may not be copied or reprinted without written permission. I couldn't believe the amount of garbage that has accumulated in the last two months. Please use trash receptacles: PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT! In the other direction, a more popular split brings you to a scenic shoreline access overlook point. View all images of the trail:http://www.arizonatrekker.com/treks/butcherjones/, View Complete Trekking Data:http://www.movescount.com/moves/move43858876. This area is densely vegetated and the trail becomes narrow at certain locations. 150765 km; SUV; Auto; . Mobil 1 104361 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube - 1 Quart (Pack of 2), VIAIR 88P - 00088 Portable Compressor Kit with Alligator Clamps, Tire Inflator, Tire Air Pump, 12V, 120 PSI, for Up to 33" Tires, VIAIR 400P - 40043 Portable Compressor Kit. The road is paved the entire way to the lake. Saw a chipmunks, ducks and a heron. All in all, the beautiful winter weather and yes, even the golf, make for an excellent backdrop for the best daytime party in town. Beautiful hike along the lake. Regulations: Day use only, pets must be leashed, no motorized travel on the trail, no glass containers, and no fires allowed on the beach areas. Butcher Jones Trail. View your favorite zones in 3D. Thupertrooper Posts: 674 Joined: Sat Jun 15, 2013 5:17 pm Location: Mesa,AZ. Overall beautiful scenery around the lake and a good view of four peaks. Jeep Gladiator and Toyota Tacoma Fun at Bulldog Canyon. Busy for trail running but overall an amazing trail. Its challenges are limited to three or four patches of rocky terrain but none that require scrambling or the use of ones hands. Took Pobrocito to the Rolls and headed down to the coves it made for a great day. The return to Butcher Jones Recreation Site is along the same route. Alcohol, sun and water are a deadly combination. Come walk and a view Saguaro Lake. 2324 E. McDowell Rd. It is filled with ankle twisting rocks and several skinny sections where a fall plunks you 10 feet down into cactus. Since I was beneath them in a low-lying ravine area, in fear, they hurried away from my location. This trail has some narrow parts making it a tight fit while passing other hikers. Beautiful scenery! You will have to climb a gnarly hill to get to the trail that I assume goes to the lake. Hike Distance: 4.9 miles round trip. I apparently startled them from about 30 yards (30 meters) away. Fantastic hike!!! Lots of steep hills to navigate. Went out pobrecito after some gnarly hills. Cave Creek Group Campground: Open. we've taken a few TW trips out there, its a great spot to wheel since its friendly for most trucks and you can make it as easy or difficult as you want. Cave Creek Trailhead: Open. Explore this 5.8-mile out-and-back trail near Apache Junction, Arizona. great spot. Gate is on north side of loop. Diamondback snakes have a venomous bite and are extremely dangerous to young children. Pinter Loop, Saguaro Lake. I love taking the family there that way we can enjoy some time splashing in saguaro lake. You get some red dirt like hiking in Georgia. You can obtain a pass at the Saguaro Lake Marina guard booth about a mile further down on Bush Highway. Gate is on north side of loop. Pinter, Split Trail, Overnight Fisherman, Butcher Jones Trail / Mt. This trail is so beautiful! Staging was just west of the Butcher Jones Recreation Area which has immediate access to the trail system. And can anyone also confirm if its open? Camper Cove is the next fish habitat area that the trail passes. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 19 min to complete. It was a great day. Pinter. Access Description. Map showing recreational areas. The ravine brings you back onto the main trail heading back into the beach area and parking lot. Turn left and travel approximately 2 miles to the Butcher Jones Recreational Area. If you care to experience various desert terrains, animal wildlife, and an abundance of vast desert plant life, then this is the trail for you. Had a difficult time on some steep hills but made it safely. Free camping is available at the beach and there is a good staging area just past the large gate at the trailhead. Lost Dutchman State Park 6109 N Apache Trail Apache Junction, Arizona 85119 More Open in Google . On a warm, winter morning, the amount of action on the water seemed hardly imposing. This lake is set in the magnificent Sonoran Desert where horses are frequently seen. 05, you must have 4WD, high clearance, excellent articulation or lockers. The first section of the trail is wooded with mesquite trees that accumulate into a thicket and offer a shaded canopy. They are independent publications and are not affiliated with or endorsed by Nissan or Infiniti. Make sure you take the extra paths in the middle to get right down by the water. With minimal elevation gain and beautiful views, it can't be beat!The trailhead is located right next to a large beach and picnic area. But had a great time! After Peregrine Point, the trail surface becomes more difficult. Pinter Loop, Saguaro Lake. From what I could see, there were about seven of them varying in size. Pinter Loop, Saguaro Lake. Amazing photographs can be taken from this area. Easy afternoon hike with amazing plant life. Seems pointless and should be open. Turn south (right) on Bush Highway/Forest Road (FR) 204 and travel 2 miles to FR 166, and then turn left. ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. Take the Bush Highway turnoff on the right (south) for approximately 2 miles to Butcher Jones Beach Road (FR 166). Moderate 4.6 (4804) Tonto National Forest. Easy tubeless. 55 Likes, TikTok video from discoveryfordhumboldt (@discoveryfordhumboldt): "Pretty cool to see a Discovery Ford Bronco Wildtrak hitting the Butcher Jones trails in Arizona! Post by Thupertrooper Tue Aug 25, 2015 2:55 am . Just need to use the Probecito entrance and not the one on this map. Pets must be on leash at all times, and are not allowed on the beach or wherever it is posted that animals are not allowed. If you go with us in the future, you'll have to leave that shit at home. This site is 31 miles northeast of Mesa. Visit Mesa 1 . Butcher Jones Peak. In one direction it leads you to Burro Cove, a very narrow trail that is rarely trekked. Gotta love gas pump pics before hitting a trail! Try this 5.8-mile out-and-back trail near Apache Junction, Arizona. Butcher Jones Trail . The start of the basic main trail from the beach levels out at 1,493 feet (455 meters), continues up to 1,646 feet (502 meters) at its highest point, and then descends to 1,607 feet (490 meters) at the end. Just wanted to ask, is the gate currently open to get to the butcher Jones OHV access area? If stepped on, the snake may bite, and if bitten, seek medical attention immediately. Butcher Jones, the rolls closure's . Not too strenuous, but several ups and downs. The trail was great and not super busy! I've only ventured into the butcher jones rec area a little ways. Actually 4th time out there spread out in a couple years but since it near me I'm trying to go more often maybe fishing again theres another post i made about the locking differential with videos if you want to watch, North Mesa,Arizona Butcher Jones 4x4 trail, https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0BEfl sp=sharing, http://www.thenissanpath.com/viewtopic.php?t=12621, Classifieds for Pathfinders and Pathfinder Accessories. Take great care in heading down this side of the mountain. ) or https:// means you've safely The trail is permanently closed, I ended up going on Rolls West OHV trail. Be careful of the 100-foot (30 meter) drop-offs surrounding three sides of the peak. All trails are open. 1 photo. Unsurprisingly grip and stick aren't remarkable, but it's predictably average in most conditions. To learn more please refer to our Hiking Disclaimer. Follow Bush Highway 2 miles to FR 166 and turn left. Pinter, Rougher Trail, Butcher Jones Trail / Mt. This trail has some narrow parts making it a tight fit while passing other hikers. Many hikes, most have bathrooms at the trailhead, some don't. So fun with kids, most are about a mile long loop. However, the further you trek into the trail the fewer sightseers you will meet. Butcher Jones Trail at a Glance. Loved the scenary. Carry an adequate supply of drinking water. A Great Desert Challenge and Adventure, Butcher Jones Trail / Mt. You will need high clearance and expect lots of pinstripes. Pinter. Moving along a ridgeline, the natural terrain becomes steeper and it forces you to approach the final ascent of the peak from the southwest side of the mountain. This is one of my favorite trails in Arizona! So me and some buddies decided to go for a spin up at butcher jones. LockA locked padlock Estimated Time: 3 hours. We took some off-road trails to the water which was closed off as well. Butcher Jones Trail. Beginning Trail, Butcher Jones Trail / Mt. You can find her on Instagram at @violetsky29. Since the trailhead is located in an approved picnic area, the America the Beautiful Annual Pass is accepted. Length 10.1 miElevation gain 1,017 ftRoute type Loop. Only experienced hikers should attempt this alternate trek. Crowded on Saturday but still an easy hike with good views. Little bit rocky in spots wear some good hiking boots very scenic views take the time to enjoy. Check out this 5.8-mile out-and-back trail near Apache Junction, Arizona. Pass Ft. McDowell and a few miles further take a right on the N. Bush Highway Exit. Butcher Jones Trail Hike. The basic trail begins at the beach of Saguaro Lake then smoothly guides you through environmental information regarding the history and local fauna of the area. Hung out in the lake for a couple hours then headed out the four peaks entrance. Again, a smooth cool breeze comes from the east and is another great spot for a short rest. BG 44K Fuel System Cleaner Power Enhancer 11oz. We did it in our stock 4-dr. Rubicon. No more than 15 head of livestock are allowed in a group. love this place, but don't tell too many people. On Saturday, Oct 25, 2014 I stumbled across only two people at the two-mile point of the trail. A vid of all 3 coves at Saguaro Lake / Butcher Jones trail in Arizona with my Grand Cherokee and a JKU Wrangler The gate is closed for the foreseeable future. ARB CKMTA12 '12V' On-Board Twin High Performance Air Compressor, Ideal for Air Lockers Locking Differentials, Tire Inflator, Air Horn, Air Tools and Pneumatic Tools. These diamondback snakes blend in very well with the rocks and tan sand. This area is heavily trafficked as the view of the lakes beach, with its marsh and striated cliff, come into view on the right-hand side. Trailhead is located in the parking area and is well marked. ArizonaTrekker@gmail.com, Your email address will not be published. If you haven't hiked Butcher Jones Trail yet, clear a few hours on your schedule this week and strap on the hiking boots. Trail gets more difficult based on which cove you end up at. 5/9/2022. Did it in a stock Nissan Frontier Pro-4x. In the summer months, the second half of the trail is exposed to direct sunlight. northeast from Phoenix to Saguaro Lake. bring your swim trunks, the water is amazing (cold water dunk after a run is ). great trail, was busy (midday so my fault), but such majestic views attract eyes! Pinter, Environmental Information, Butcher Jones Trail / Mt. The trailhead is in the southeast corner of the parking lot. Butcher Jones Trail Hiking Details: Distance: 5 miles. There also was a mention that Dr. Jones performed surgeries on his dining room table, which may have led to his nickname of Butcher (a Parks Department employee said of Butcher Jones 'I am pretty sure he was a doctor, but apparently not a very good one.'). Access to four-wheel-drive trail (Please keep gate closed to keep livestock out of recreation area). Butcher Jones OHV Trail. Length 5.8 miElevation gain 636 ftRoute type Out & back. Pinter): 179meters ascension climb, Temperature for October 25, 2014: 74.7F to 95.7F / 27.3C to 35.3C. [fts_twitter twitter_name=sports360az search=sports360az twitter_height=500px], On The Rocks Aspen Trail and Marshall Gulch Loop, Mount Lemmon, Wilner Pac-12 media rights: Our (final) predictions for the revenue, media partners, expansion decisions and more, VIDEO ESPNs Brian Windhorst Previews Kevin Durants Suns Debut, Bobby Hurley Previews Critical Weekend for ASU Mens Hoops. You pass by a monument, walk over a brick, sit on a bench with a person's name etched into the surface. 2324 E. McDowell Rd. This trail is filled with all off-road vehicles, sxs, dirt bikes, 4wheelers. 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