Signcutter 21 and I are planning to run El Camino Del Diablo (the Devil’s Highway). It’s a 130 mile, 2 day, 1 night camping trip through the Sonoran Desert. The trail runs from Ajo to Yuma. The area is extremely remote and conditions are harsh. There are no services along the way and parts of the trail run parallel with the Mexican Border. You’ll need to be 110% self sufficient… plenty of water, food, camping gear and extra gas.
A free permit from BLM is required for “each” person traveling this trail. To obtain the permit, each person is required by BLM to watch a 20 minute video on the dangers of the trail and sign a “hold harmless” form.
You can get the permits at:
BLM Field Office
2015 W. Deer Valley Road
Phoenix, AZ 85027
Or
Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge
1611 N. 2nd Ave
Ajo, AZ 85321
Both offices are open M~F from 0730~ 1600. You can get your permits on your own or we can meet in Ajo and get them together on Friday afternoon.
After we get the permits, we can spend some time together over dinner and wherever else we happen to find. We’ll depart for the trail first thing Saturday morning after breakfast. The trail ends in Yuma late Sunday afternoon. You can stay the night there, or head for home... your choice.
For those who did the Mojave Road Expedition~2009 last May, this trip will be much the same, but in a different and hotter location.
Note:
- This trip is limited to 7 vehicles. Anything more than 4 requires a special permit for which BLM is sending me a permit application.
- No wood fires, Charcoal and propane are okay.
- We will be required to set up camp in a designated area... Tule Well Campground (they are equipped with a picnic table and grill.
- There is no water or facilities... primitive camping.
- No firearms allowed.
When: Oct 2~5
Where: TBA in Ajo, AZ
Time: TBA
More info will be posted within the next few days.
Who’s going:
Signcutter21 +1
AZKJ +1
Maybe:
A free permit from BLM is required for “each” person traveling this trail. To obtain the permit, each person is required by BLM to watch a 20 minute video on the dangers of the trail and sign a “hold harmless” form.
You can get the permits at:
BLM Field Office
2015 W. Deer Valley Road
Phoenix, AZ 85027
Or
Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge
1611 N. 2nd Ave
Ajo, AZ 85321
Both offices are open M~F from 0730~ 1600. You can get your permits on your own or we can meet in Ajo and get them together on Friday afternoon.
After we get the permits, we can spend some time together over dinner and wherever else we happen to find. We’ll depart for the trail first thing Saturday morning after breakfast. The trail ends in Yuma late Sunday afternoon. You can stay the night there, or head for home... your choice.
For those who did the Mojave Road Expedition~2009 last May, this trip will be much the same, but in a different and hotter location.
Note:
- This trip is limited to 7 vehicles. Anything more than 4 requires a special permit for which BLM is sending me a permit application.
- No wood fires, Charcoal and propane are okay.
- We will be required to set up camp in a designated area... Tule Well Campground (they are equipped with a picnic table and grill.
- There is no water or facilities... primitive camping.
- No firearms allowed.
When: Oct 2~5
Where: TBA in Ajo, AZ
Time: TBA
More info will be posted within the next few days.
Who’s going:
Signcutter21 +1
AZKJ +1
Maybe:
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