4x4tographer 3,642 Posted March 5, 2021 (edited) Join me for a "Saturday in Sedona"! We'll tackle the somewhat exclusive Soldier's Pass, which is limited to 12 total vehicles per day. This trail, while short, takes you to see some pretty awesome sites including the 7 Sacred Pools and the Devil's Kitchen. We'll then jet over to Oak Creek Homestead where we'll enjoy a fun trail ride that dumps us out near the 89A. WHEN & WHAT! Saturday, April 17th We'll run Soldier's Pass Trail and head over to hit Oak Creek Homestead/Cliffhanger After Oak Creek Homestead, feel free to enjoy Sedona or head home by way of Cottonwood to avoid the typical Sedona traffic MEET-UP 9:00 AM at Starbucks Sedona 34.864825508909476, -111.7944874009835 https://goo.gl/maps/Z7nynTeJJuLGco158 There is an ARCO gas station right there on the corner for an easy fill-up! TRAIL INFO Soldier Pass (link) Soldier Pass requires a $6 permit that can be purchased here. Limited number of permits (12 total) are available per day. Oak Creek Homestead/Cliffhanger (link) Both trails are rated as moderate. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This trip is subject to cancellation or postponement due to rain or inclement weather. Communications: GMRS - Channel 20 (462.675 MHz) Ham - 146.460 MHz Other Considerations: Water & Food (pack a lunch and snacks!) Folding chairs Sunscreen! Camera Emergency supplies / Med Kit DRIVER & VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS Both trails are rated as moderate. Be advised there are a few steep climbs, rock shelfs, with loose rock and some mild off-camber areas on shelf-roads. Vehicle Minimums: All vehicles are required to meet state legal requirements, (i.e.: current registration and insurance) Have functional seat-belts for each occupant Must have suitable recovery points front and rear High-clearance 4x4's with low-range 30"+ aggressive all-terrain or mud-terrain tires SIGN-UPS Space is limited due to the number of Soldier Pass permits available. Click here to buy your permit ($6) and post if you score one! I'll add you to the list. 1 - @4x4tographer (trail lead) 2 - @Trail Toy 3 - @CAVU2 5 - @SonoranWanderer 6 - @JL Goat Permit available from @AZRNintheJeep242 Permit available from @FleetSailor Permit available from @mbuckner Edited April 17, 2021 by 4x4tographer 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4x4tographer 3,642 Posted March 5, 2021 Here's a video from Soldier's Pass 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stacey and Scott 1,404 Posted March 5, 2021 We want to be there but I don't get off work till 7am that Sat. Pretty sure we can't make it from Surprise to Sedona in an hour. Maybe next time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CAVU2 267 Posted March 5, 2021 Howdy. I’d like to tag along 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4x4tographer 3,642 Posted March 5, 2021 12 minutes ago, CAVU2 said: Howdy. I’d like to tag along Sounds good @CAVU2, haven't seen you in a minute! Were you able to secure a permit for Soldier's Pass? 1 minute ago, Trail Toy said: Pass has been purchased, please add us, thanks Ryan! @Trail Toy got you guys down! Should be a fun day! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mbuckner 208 Posted March 5, 2021 Permit paid for trip. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SonoranWanderer 715 Posted March 5, 2021 I have also scored a permit and would like to sign up. /Woody 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4WLNRN 774 Posted March 5, 2021 (edited) Count me in and permit purchased Edited March 5, 2021 by AZRNintheJeep242 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4x4tographer 3,642 Posted March 23, 2021 UPDATE! We're got a free permit up for grabs, thanks to @REDROCK TONIHAWK, who had bought one, but has to work that day. They're willing to send it to you for free. If you're interested, please let me know and I can coordinate it with Emanuel. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
