Arizona Peace Trail Atlas by Anatol Ursu

Atlas

Connected Horizons, LLC, 2018

Arizona Peace Trail â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Atlas By: Connected Horizons, LLC with assistance and direction from Arizona Peace Trail, Inc.

This atlas was produced by Connected Horizons, LLC. Revision 2018-0601 Copyright ÂŠ 2018 Connected Horizons, LLC. All Rights Reserved. ISBN: 978-1-7326014-0-6 Printed in Phoenix, Arizona USA This atlas cannot be duplicated or reproduced in any form without the expressed written consent of Connected Horizons, LLC. To order additional copies of this book, request copies of maps, and other products produced for the Arizona Peace Trail contact us via email: maps@connectedhorizons.com.

Credits and Acknowledgements This atlas’ authors are David Quine and Karol Francis from Connected Horizons, LLC. Connected Horizons, LLC is a Business, Real Estate, OHV, and Information Technology consulting firm located in Phoenix, Arizona. Connected Horizons, LLC will donate a portion of any profits associated with the sale of this atlas and the supporting maps to the further development and maintenance of the Arizona Peace Trail. Connected Horizons, LLC and the atlas authors would like to recognize the following individuals and organizations that have contributed content to this atlas. Without their guidance, support, and input this project would not have been possible.

John “JC” Sanders – President Arizona Peace Trail Inc. John Geyer – Director of Promotions, Arizona Peace Trail Inc. Chris Wildfeuer - for many of the photographs used in this atlas Ron Riffe – Arizona Peace Trail Board Member / Bouse Ghost Riders ATV Club Mark and Lynda Goldberg – Quartzsite Offroad, Quartzsite, AZ Chris Gammage – AZ OHV Ambassador Program Coordinator Matthew Eberhart – Arizona State Parks and Trails OHV Program Coordinator Mickey (Mick) Rodgers – Arizona State Parks and Trails Grant Coordinator Jeremy Casteel and the team at Logan Simpson, Inc – Tempe, Arizona The team at the Division of Resource Information AZ State BLM Office – Phoenix Anatol “Olywebart” Ursu and team in the Connected Horizons Graphics Department

The Arizona Peace Trail Atlas is dedicated to the hundreds of individuals who have put in thousands of volunteer hours in support of the Arizona Peace Trail and the greater OHV Community in Western Arizona.

Table of contents 11

Introduction / History

About Arizona

43 Trail Resources 57

Using the AZPT Atlas

AZPT Segment Maps

157 Appendix, References and Credits

User notice as to the status of trails, the hazards, historical sites, or businesses listed in the atlas.

The Arizona Peace Trail is currently under development in western Arizona. This atlas was built from data obtained from several independent sources, government agencies, and ground-based investigation by the authors. The information reflected in this atlas might not reflect the final version of the Arizona Peace Trail. Furthermore, the information in this atlas has not been endorsed by any government agency, land manager or private party. Connected Horizons, LLC assumes no liability for the total accuracy or any users use of the information contained in this atlas. Connected Horizons, LLC provides no warranties, guaranties, or liability

Off-highway vehicle travel can be dangerous as such Connected Horizons, LLC or its affiliates is not responsible for any damage, injuries, or law enforcement violations that can occur because of using this atlas. While sections of the Arizona Peace Trail can be accessed and driven in a stock SUV, there are many sections of the Arizona Peace Trail that require a modified 4-wheel drive, ATV, UTV, Dual Sport, or other vehicle designed for off-highway use and a driver with experience in navigating the harsh desert terrain.

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Those using the Arizona Peace Trail are responsible for knowing the local laws and regulations of off-highway vehicle travel. For more information about OHV laws and regulations in Arizona visit azgfd.com/ohv. The Arizona Peace Trail is on land of many different ownerships and management agencies. The ownership and control of the properties, land, and buildings shown in this atlas may be under private ownership or management by a federal, state, or local government agency. It

is a userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s responsibility to check with individuals and/or agencies controlling the properties, land, or buildings with regard to right-to-pass or permits that might be required. Please respect any signs, notices, gates, fences, etc. as posted by the land management agency or land owner. Please stay on existing roads and trails and always Tread Lightly. Pack it In Pack it Out.

***Your use of this Atlas is STRICTLY AT YOUR OWN RISK***

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The Arizona Peace Trail (AZPT) is a 675+ mile off-highway vehicle loop trail and trail system located on the western side of Arizona. The trail reaches from Yuma, AZ on the south to Bullhead City, AZ on the north while passing through Mohave, La Paz, and Yuma counties. Along the trail, the AZPT passes through some of the most unique and picturesque landscapes in the United States. The AZPT passes through towns large and small as well towns deserted after mining activities came to a halt. The AZPT is open to motorized and non-motorized recreation, however, this atlas focuses on motorized use of the trail.

Rider Notes: Throughout this work we use the abbreviation AZPT to refer to the trail that is commonly referred to the Arizona Peace Trail. When we use the terms Arizona Peace Trail, Inc we are referring to the nonprofit entity that represents a coalition made up of individuals, clubs, business, and other organizations that support the development, marketing, and definition of the Arizona Peace Trail.

The AZPT provides an off-highway vehicle experience unlike any other in the United States. The AZPT travels through rolling deserts full of saguaro cactus, red rock landscapes, windy sand washes, narrow canyons barely wide enough for vehicles and mountain passes that reach over 7000 ft. in elevation. The off-highway vehicle enthusiast will enjoy a trail full of excitement and challenges from easy graded dirt roads to moderate rated trails that once carried minersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; dreams of striking it rich, and difficult trails that will challenge those with even the best driving skills. The AZPT is full of fun terrain variations, picturesque landscapes, historical sites, and a vast variety of plants and wildlife many of which can found nowhere else on Earth. The AZPT offers recreation opportunities for all types of off-highway vehicles. Dual sport bikes, Motocross bikes, ATVs, ROVs, UTVs, highly modified 4x4s, and even stock SUVs will find the AZPT a fun and rewarding recreational experience. // 17 //

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What is the Arizona Peace Trail?

Introduction / History

How the Trail was Designated The goal of the AZPT is to develop a sustainable OHV trail system that can support recreational opportunities for all off-highway vehicle types as well as non-motorized recreation such as hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and more. The team at Arizona Peace Trail, Inc. had only a couple of other models for such a project to look at for reference. The team studied the Piute Trail System in southern Utah, the Alpine Loop in Colorado, and the Hatfield McCoy Outlaw trail system in West Virginia as well as a few others from around the United States. Each of these trail systems is unique in its own way but the situation in Arizona would be different because of the vast amount of BLM land and the unique landscape, ruggedness of the deserts, and elevation changes present in western Arizona. The team at Arizona Peace Trail, Inc. started defining the route at its first meeting by looking at a collection of trails used by the

various OHV clubs. Over the course of several meetings, the team eventually agreed upon a route that would utilize existing trails and dirt roads to create a loop approximately 675 miles long. Essential to the route planning process was the need for the trail to connect the various towns and communities that are essential for trail support of requirements such as fuel, food, lodging, and maintenance. The route planners where able to connect the communities of Bullhead City, Lake Havasu City, Bouse, Quartzsite, Cibola, Martinez Lake, Yuma, Wellton, Dateland, Salome, Wayside (Alamo Lake), Wickiup and Kingman. Once the route was established the team would then need to get the support of the various land management agencies. The largest land manger which the AZPT crosses is BLM. The team would then immediately start working with BLM to get the route approved as part of

While working with BLM, the team was also working with La Paz County on designating parts of dirt county roads as part of the AZPT. In early 2015, La Paz County received a grant from Yamaha Corporationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Outdoor Initiative Program to install the first Arizona Peace Trail sign just outside Bouse, AZ.

In the fall of 2015, La Paz County received a grant from the Arizona State Parks and Trails OHV Program to build the first AZPT staging area in community of Cibola in an area along the Colorado River commonly known as Hippie Hole. In the meantime, Mohave and Yuma Counties are also working to install route signs along their respective county roads that are part of the AZPT. The Town of Quartzsite is installing signs on their city streets and roads and are in the planning phase of building a dedicated staging area on town land. The Arizona Peace Trail, Inc is also working closely with the Arizona Department of Transportation to identify the safest possible highway crossings and is exploring the idea of having AZPT signs installed along Arizona roads and highways to direct users to the trail. As the trail continues to develop, the team at Arizona Peace Trail, Inc realized that it would be necessary to create a Master Plan for the entire trail system. With funding provided by the Arizona State Parks and Trails through the Arizona OHV Sticker program, Arizona Peace Trail, Inc hired the planning firm of Logan Sinpson Design, Inc in Tempe, AZ to build a master plan for the AZPT in 2017. The master plan will designate staging areas and other amenities, and will be used as a vital planning tool by the various communities and land managers along the trail, and enable them to obtain grant funding for the development of facilities along the AZPT. The AZPT Master Plan is expected to be completed in the second half of 2018.

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the agencyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Travel Management Plan (TMP) process. Alignment with the TMP process would be necessary to ensure that the trail designations would fit within environmental regulations and ensure alignment with future plans for existing trails and routes on BLM land. Note that as of this version of the atlas, the TMP process on BLM land is ongoing in western Arizona.

Introduction / History

Signage and Markings

Logo Variations

The AZPT logo was updated in 2016. Users of the AZPT will notice a mixture of the old logo and the new logo on signage along the trail as well as on pamphlets, t-shirts, social media, and other materials generated by Arizona Peace Trail, Inc. To date, more than 200 miles of roads and highways in La Paz and Mohave counties have been signed or marked with AZPT logos. Portions of the trail within BLMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s La Posa Travel Management Plan (TMP) area have also been signed. There are currently 5 kiosks installed with information about the AZPT. For the unsigned portions of the trail, this atlas will act as a guide to help users navigate the trail. Users of the AZPT should also check the materials provided by Arizona Peace Trail Inc, on their website at arizonapeacetrail.org under the trail resources section.

* Users of the AZPT will notice a mixture of the

old logo and the new logo on signage along the trail as well as on pamphlets, t-shirts, social media, and other materials generated by Arizona Peace Trail, Inc.

AZPT Kiosk Locations

Latitude

Longitude

Hyer Road

N 32.95999

W 114.34226

Trail 7752 - Golden Valley

N 35.17999

W 113.47570

Fishers Landing

N 32.96153

W 114.45333

Red Mountain Road-Fishers Landing

N 33.09609

W 114.59761

Cibola Camp

N 33.21795

W 114.65311

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for each. The trail ratings for the AZPT were developed based on feedback from agency stakeholders, OHV clubs, and individual riders with decades of experience in the area. Additionally, the team considered other trail system rating criteria. In general, most segments of the AZPT are rated as “easy” with a few rated as “moderate.” No segment of the AZPT trail is identified as “difficult”, however; there are many difficult trails contained within the connector, bypass, and spur trails mentioned in this atlas. Users are encouraged to study the available resources including connecting with local experts before attempting to transverse the AZPT. The following trail ratings are provided to help users understand what they will encounter along the AZPT.

The AZPT offers access for several popular modes of motorized transportation, including 4-wheel drive vehicles, UTVs, ATVs, and motorcycles. The individual segments of the AZPT possess various levels of difficulty, with surface conditions ranging from paved roadways, graded dirt roads, and two track trails. In some instances, segments consist of relatively flat surfaces that are easily negotiated by all vehicles. However, the AZPT also has segments that are characterized as having portions that are steep, rocky, uneven, and/or narrow and may be more appropriate for skilled, experienced riders and specific vehicle types with specialized equipment. Trail ratings are provided for each individual AZPT segments and current trail conditions, perceived difficulty, and vehicle types considered appropriate

NOTE: Trail ratings are highly subjective. A trail that is easy for an experienced rider with a highly modified vehicle may be impassable for a novice driver in a stock vehicle. Weather conditions may also significantly affect the difficulty of a trail. In addition, the difficulty of a trail may change over time, as trail use, weather, and maintenance modify it. It is recommended that riders check with land managers and/or recent rider reports on the Arizona Peace Trail, website and social media before planning a trip on a segment. Additionally, riders are encouraged to scout ahead on foot if current conditions are unknown or look beyond the skill set of the least experienced rider in your group. // 25 //

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AZPT Off-highway Vehicle Trail Ratings

Easy Trails

E-1 An E-1 trail is considered to have gentle, wide grades that are highly accessible by stock OHVs . The trail is wide enough for vehicles to pass. The trail would be a 2-wheel drive under most conditions, with the potential for rain or snow creating 4-wheel drive a necessity. Surfaces can consist of paved highways or county roads or graded gravel, dirt, and sand with mildly rocky surfaces. An E-1 trail is typically dry but can include areas with less than 3 inches of water crossing depth. Some ruts and small rocks (less than 5 inches) may be embedded in road surface. Slight grades up to 10 degrees may be present with some steeper grades possible.

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E-3

Trails have gentle, wide grades that are highly accessible by stock OHVs, but passing spots for two vehicles are less frequent. These trails are dirt roads, which are occasionally graded or maintained. The trail would be passable with 2-wheel drive under good conditions, but 4-wheel drive is recommended in rainy or snowy conditions and there is a greater potential for rougher surface conditions. The trail may have some rocks, loose surfaces, and features with obstacles that are easy to navigate, and adequate ground clearance and skill is recommended. Trails cross sandy washes and sections may be rough (washboards). An E-2 trail is typically dry but can have areas with less than a 6-inch water crossing depth and passable muddy areas. Rocks (between 5 to 9 inches) may be embedded in road surface, with ruts being a reasonable line for driving. Slight grades up to 10 degrees may be present with steeper grades possible.

Users on an E-3 trail should expect rough, rutted, and/or rocky surface conditions. Trail conditions are more suitable to 4-wheel vehicles with aggressive tire treads requiring low tire pressure when passing through rocky and sandy sections. No shelving conditions are expected and rocks (up to 9 inches) may be embedded in road surface. Substantial sections of the trail may be restricted to a single travel lane, but wider trail sections are frequently available for passing. An E-3 trail may require the crossing of inundated washes, with water crossings less than hub-deep on vehicles. Grades up to 15 degrees may be present with steeper grades possible.

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E-2

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About Arizona

When to Go

will travel the AZPT in the months of October through April. The conditions of the trail vary significantly from season to season depending on the elevation of the trail, the amount of rain received during summer monsoon season, and the amount of maintenance performed on the trail.

The conditions along the AZPT are as varied as the terrain that is transverses. Conditions along the trail can vary greatly from one season to another which makes the conditions hard to predict. In general, the best time to travel the AZPT is during the fall, winter and spring months. Most users

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Weather

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The deserts of western Arizona can reach temperatures of well over 110 degrees in the months of June, July, and August. In addition, the months of July and August bring the annual monsoon thunderstorms which can produce dangerous cloud to ground lightening and flash floods through many of the washes along the AZPT route. Many businesses along the AZPT are not open or have limited hours during the hot summer months. The higher elevation sections of the AZPT, especially when the trail reaches the 7,000ft elevation mark in the Hualapai Mountains, can contain snow in the winter months. Users of the of the AZPT are encouraged to check the latest weather conditions daily when traveling on the AZPT.

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About Arizona

Fires Be aware of the possibility of fires. The desert areas are often very dry and can be ignited with the smallest of sparks. Watch for smoke when you are at higher points along the trail, fires move quickly through the dry brush of the desert and can change directions quickly depending on wind conditions.

Water Water in the desert areas of Arizona is scarce but can be present at times. No matter how cool, clear, or refreshing a watering hole might look, never drink the water without boiling it, using a filter or iodine tablets. Be sure to carry plenty of drinking water when on the AZPT.

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Off-highway Vehicle Laws and Regulations

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Arizona has some of the friendliest OHV laws in the United States. As per Arizona state law, any vehicle is an OHV when operated off the highway. Some of the more common OHVs include ATVs, UTVs (sometimes called side-by-side), dirt bikes, and 4x4s. In general, OHVs operating on unimproved roads on public and state trust land and having an unladen weight of 1,800 pounds or less and/or an engine greater than 50 cc must obtain a vehicle title and properly display an OHV decal. The ADOT Motor Vehicle Division is responsible for issuing titles, license plates, and OHV decals for Arizona residents. In the spring of 2018, a legislation change related to the use of off-highway by non-residents was signed into law by the Governor of Arizona. While the implementation date of the new law is unclear as of the publication of this atlas, the law does require non-residents to obtain an OHV decal while using an off-highway vehicle in Arizona. For the latest information on resident and non-resident laws and regulations related to OHVs, go to www.azgfd.gov/ohv.

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About Arizona

Law Enforcement Currently, the AZPT route is served by a variety of law enforcement agencies. The AZGFD employs OHV enforcement officers that patrol the AZPT and the trails surrounding the area. In addition, the local sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office from Mohave, La Paz, and Yuma counties as well as any city and town police departments can enforce the OHV laws and regulations. Users of the AZPT are encouraged to understand the local laws and regulations of off-highway vehicle travel.

Planned Closures Several of the segments of the AZPT are subject to closure because of planned closures. The currently known planned closures are the first week of January and first week of February, Segments 26: Bouse to Midway and 27: Midway to Planet Ranch can be impacted by the Parker 250 and Parker 425 off road races in the area. Furthermore, Segment 07: Alamo Lake and Segment 27: Midway to Planet Ranch may be closed due to high water conditions at their respective Bill Williams River crossings during the late winter/early spring months. Users are advised to check the AZPT website at arizonapeacetrail.org for the latest information on closures along the route. // 40 //

Safety Check List

RR Water: 1 gallon per person per day RR First Aid Kit RR MRE / Snacks RR Hand Wipes / Hand Sanitizer RR Flashlight and Batteries / Glow Sticks RR Basic tools: Hammer, pliers, screwdriver, wrench, multi-tool RR Tow strap RR Duct Tape / JB Weld / Epoxy / Super Glue RR Hat / Visor RR Sunscreen RR Toilet Paper RR Ax or Large Knife

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Most of the AZPT is in very remote areas. In the event of a medical emergency or equipment mechanical failure it is likely to require traveling significant distances to reach a cell phone signal or to reach help. Never travel the AZPT alone and always let a friend/family member know where you are going and when you expect to return. Users of the AZPT are encouraged to pack the following items at a minimum for safety.

Trail Resources

Ways to Navigate the AZPT While riding the AZPT, using a digital Global Positioning System (GPS) is highly recommended. There are many different forms of GPS technology in use today including traditional style GPS devices from industry leaders such as Garmin and Lowrance. In addition, most smart style cellular telephones and tablets that run the iOS ® and Android ® operating systems can be used as a GPS device. Which ever device a rider chooses to use the team at Arizona Peace Trail, Inc. and Connected Horizons have put together the following resources that will aid in navigating the AZPT using a GPS capable device.

inal charge. To get started using Avenza users should first download the Avenza APP to their smart device, then from inside the APP use the QR code below to purchase the AZPT map that can be used for navigation. For more information about the Avenza APP and how to use it for navigation visit the Avenza web site at: https://www.avenzamaps.com/maps/ how-it-works.html

GPS Tracks – available for free on the AZPT website at arizonapeacetrail.org under the Trail Resources section is a track in GPX and KML/KMZ formats. The GPX file can be loaded into most GPS devices that will import this format. The KML/KMZ versions can be used with Google Earth® to help in route planning. Avenza Map – Avenza is popular mapping software that allows map creators to publish a georeferenced version of a map in PDF format and then use the Avenza APP with the map to navigate a route. A full scale detailed map of the AZPT with the route, POIs, connector, spurs, bypass and alternative trails is available in the Avenza Map Store for a nom-

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QR Code for Arizona Peace Trail map on Avenza

Sample Itinerary for Traveling the Entire AZPT

Day

Title

Milage

Fuel

Havasu to Kingman

120 miles

9.6 gallons

Kingman to Salome

165 miles

10.7 gallons

Salome to Yuma

155 miles

12 gallons

Yuma to Quartzsite

130 miles

10.8 gallons

Quartzsite to Havasu

100 miles

6.7 gallons

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Taking on the entire AZPT in one trip requires careful planning and preparation. Most riders will cover the AZPT in pieces utilizing the vast network of trails that intersect or can be accessed using the AZPT for single day trips or as a part of general OHV recreation in the area. If you are interested in taking on the entire AZPT in one trip, the team at Arizona Peace Trail, Inc has laid out the following 5 Day, 4 Night trip which covers then entire trail. The following itinerary was put together by local experts who have traveled the Arizona Peace Trail multiple times using an ATV/UTV as the primary mode of transportation. It should be noted that while this itinerary starts in Lake Havasu City, a trip such as this can be started at any point along the AZPT and can be completed in either a clockwise or counter-clockwise direction. The itinerary included here is only a guide and as such should only be used for planning purposes and to give users of the AZPT insight into how others have traveled the route.

Trail Resources

Day 1

HAVASU to KINGMAN Lunch in Bullhead - Dinner in Kingman

Total Time: 8.5 hours

Est RUN Time: 6 hours

Est STOP Time: 2.5 hours

The first day starts in Lake Havasu City at the Quality Inn on Lake Havasu Ave and ends in Kingman, AZ, a total of approximately 120 miles. This day travels segments in order: 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, and 01. LAKE HAVASU CITY SERVICES Fuel: Many Food: Many Lodging: Quality Inn, 271 Lake Havasu Ave, S. Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 ph: 928-855-1111 Mechanic/Services: Just Money Motorsports (John Caudle) ph: 907-394-1499 Ultimate SxS (Cole Hamill) ph: 928-855—8185 Medical: Havasu Regional Hospital, 101 Civic Center Ln, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 ph: 928-855-8185 GOLDEN SHORE AREA SERVICES Fuel: Shell, 13015 Golden Shores Pkwy, Topock, AZ 86436 Food: Double D’s Roadhouse, 5035 Powell Lake Rd, Topock, AZ 86436

Approx Mileage: 120 Miles

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CHLORIDE Food: Digger Daves, 4962 Tennessee Ave, Chloride, AZ 86431, 928-5653283 Yesterdays Restaurant, 9827N @nd St, Chloride, AZ 928-565-4251 Lodging: Shepâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Miners Inn, 9827 2nd St, Chloride, AZ 86431, 928-565-4251 Mechanic/Service: KINGMAN AREA SERVICES (end for day) Fuel/Services: Flying J Travel Center, 3300 E Andy Devine Ave, Kingman, AZ 86401 Food: Many Hotel: Best Western King Inn, (Breakfast Buffet) 2930 E. Andy Devine Dr, Kingman, 928-753-6101 Spring Hill Suites (Breakfast Buffet); 3101 E. Andy Devine; 928-753-8766

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BULLHEAD CITY AREA SERVICES Fuel: Terrible Herbst; 1815 AZ-95 Hwy, Bullhead City, AZ 86442 ph: 928-758-6080 Food: Black Bear Dinner; 1751 AZ-95 Hwy, Bullhead City, AZ 86442 ph: 928-763-2477 Lodging: Lodge on the River; 1717 AZ-95 Hwy, Bullhead City, AZ 86442 ph: 928-758-8080

Trail Resources

AZPT Contributing Organizations and Clubs The AZPT would not be possible without the contributions from the organizations, clubs, businesses, and government agencies who work tirelessly towards the creation, ongoing development, and maintenance of the AZPT. If you are planning to travel on the Arizona Peace Trail, we recommend connecting with these local organizations and clubs and their decades of experience on the trails in western Arizona. Most organizations on this page have dedicated webpages and/or Facebook pages. We recommend using an internet search engine to find the best way to connected if a URL is not listed here.

ATV / UTV / 4X4 OFF-ROAD CLUBS Bouse Ghost Riders Arizona Sunriders ATV Club Arizona Desert Riders Lake Havasu 4-Wheelers Bullhead 4-Wheelers Cerbat Ridge Runners Martinez Lake Jeepers Yuma 4-Wheelers Havasu Side by Side Trail Association Parker 4 Wheelers Walapai 4 Wheelers Scooter Trash Pack Quad Riders Yuma Trail Group Yuma Foothills Road Runners FMC Desert Rovers

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Bouse, AZ Quartzsite, AZ Salome, AZ Lake Havasu City, AZ Bullhead City, AZ Kingman, AZ Cibola Lake, AZ Yuma, AZ Lake Havasu City, AZ Parker, AZ Kingman, AZ Yuma, AZ Yuma, AZ Yuma, AZ Yuma, AZ // 54 //

Arizona State Parks and Trails OHV Program http://azstateparks.com/ohv Bureau of Land Management Arizona Division https://www.blm.gov/arizona Arizona Game and Fish Department https://www.azgfd.com/ohv/ Arizona OHV Ambassadors http://azohvambassadors.org

LOCAL AGENCIES AND ORGANIZATIONS La Paz County, AZ Yuma County, AZ Mohave County, AZ Town of Wellton, AZ Town of Dateland, AZ Town of Quartzsite, AZ Kingman Area Chamber of Commerce Parker Are Chamber of Commerce Lake Havasu City Convention and Visitors Bureau Oatman Chamber of Commerce Bullhead Area Chamber of Commerce Yuma County Chamber of Commerce // 55 //

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AGENCIES

Using the AZPT Atlas

Key Definitions and Terms Used on Atlas Maps The Arizona Peace Trail is made up of 34 segments, each of which has a dedicated set of pages in the maps section of this guide. To best understand the maps and the symbology used, it is important to note the following definitions and terminology are used throughout the map pages.

Bypasses, Alternates, Spurs, and Connector Trails In addition to the core 34 segments of the AZPT, there are almost endless miles of trail bypasses, alternates, and connector routes identified in the map pages of this atlas. These routes are not officially part of the AZPT but are frequented by the riders along the AZPT to reduce route lengths, access local communities with services such as gas and lodging, and to adjust to trail conditions such as planned closures. These routes are provided in this guide for context, to aide in navigation, and to provide additional recreation opportunities to riders of the AZPT. The authors make no guarantee as to the condition or legality of any of the trails in this atlas. When traveling off the AZPT route it is important to only travel on existing routes, trails, and roads and to honor all no trespassing signs as posted. The following definitions where used when categorizing the network of trail bypasses, alternates, and connector routes shown in the maps of this atlas. Bypass – a trail or route that can be used to avoid a portion of the AZPT because of a planned closure or for a rider to avoid a specific obstacle along the trail. Alternate – a trail or route that can be used instead of the AZPT route. Alternates are generally used when riders choose to visit specific towns or points of interest that are not along the AZPT. In addition, alternatives can be used when riders have mechanical issues and need to access to an area with more services than traveling along the core AZPT route. Connector – a trail or route that can be used to access the AZPT from a populated area or can be used to significantly reduce the miles of the AZPT into smaller segments. A connector is often used by riders to make a day loop involving the AZPT. Spur – trail or route to access a town for supplies or to a point of interest (mine, vista, etc.). In general, a spur trail is an out and back off the main AZPT route.

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Points of Interest A Point of Interest (POI) is a specific point along or near the AZPT that a user may find useful or interesting. POIs in the AZPT Atlas are grouped into these general categories:

Mechanical – those locations that provide general mechanical and parts services for vehicles. Many of the locations featured in the atlas cater to off-highway vehicles including 4x4s, ATVs, UTVs, and Motorcycles. If you need mechanical services while on the AZPT, look for these businesses and mention you are traveling the AZPT for discounts. Kiosk – a unique type of navigation aid that general is placed at a major entry point to an area. A kiosk will often contain information specific to the general area including trail closures, local rules, and other regulations that riders should be aware of. Cultural/Sightseeing – these locations represent the location of interesting artifacts or recreational opportunities. Examples of these POIs include mines, ghost towns, cemetery, photo spots and petroglyphs.

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Medical – medical facilities that provide urgent care and hospital services. Conveniences – those features that provide items such as food/beverage, fuel, etc. Examples of conveniences include truck stops, fuel and food marts, fast food restaurants, and diners. Many of the convenience POIs featured in the Atlas have been selected because they provide several services in a single location to help riders minimize stops. Navigation Aid – those locations which help riders navigate along the AZPT. Common types of navigation aids include major trail or road intersections, historical markers, cattle guards, mountain pass summits, and gates. Ranger Station/Visitor Info – these locations provide maps and other information to visitors in the area. Often the staff at these facilities can provide detailed maps or other information about the area surrounding the AZPT. The locations featured in the Atlas are familiar with the AZPT and as such can often answer questions that riders may have about traveling the trail.

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Lodging – those locations such as hotels, motels, RV parks, and campgrounds. Many of the lodging locations mentioned in the Atlas offer riders of the AZPT discounts. When making reservations mention that you are visiting the area to ride the AZPT to see if they offer a discount.

Using the AZPT Atlas

Guide to Reading an AZPT Segment Map

For instant info about the trail rating, the number of the segment is in the rating specific colour.

Description of the segment. Features important information about the track.

POI list. Detailed information about objects on the segment.

Name of the segment

Check this section for trail lenght and dificulty rating.

26.39

Hualapai Mountain Park to Boriana Mine

M-1

The Hualapai Mountain Park to Boriana Mine segment extends between the southern boundary of Hualapai Mountain Park and immediately south of the Boriana Mine at County Road 253. Passing through the Hualapai Mountains, this segment is a graded road that is not maintained and with steep, rough, rocky climbs up to 7,000 feet. Many vistas can be accessed along the alignment. Depending on snow conditions Haulapai Mountain Road/Boriana Mine Road may be closed during winter months.

Points of interest Wild Cow Springs Campground

AZPT & Gold King Trail

Survivalist Camp

Boriana Mine Rd & Bar I & Whispering Winds Dr

Water Tank & Windmill on Walnut Creek Trail

Cattle Gate on Upper Walnut Creek Trail

Petroglph off Walnut Creek Trail

Trail 7101 (Ridge Trail) & Walnut Creek Trail (Survivalist Camp)

35.06508199; -113.8698673

35.02866268; -113.9048338

35.01661118; -113.9460991

34.86820288; -114.0063725

35.03145201; -113.9652625 5.03502706; -113.9679726

35.03716436; -114.0102843

34.98731224; -113.9083971

Boriana Mine

34.9370551; -113.9186932

Very Steep Rise Start on Walnut Creek Trail 34.99555291; -113.915716

Gold King Mine

35.02649898; -113.836637

Sensitive waypoints on the road.

Core information either for safety or about places to visit on the road. On maps with insets, this category can be on the next page.

Difficult Waypoints

From here to Borianna Mine difficult rocky road. 35.064368248;-113.875823021

Steep Rocky difficult sections from here to Wild Cow Springs Campground. 34.9344274588; -113.920431593

Rider Notes Segment 4 can be closed in the winter months after a snow storm. Riders should use the alternate 01 or bypass 01 when this segment is closed. Check the latest trail conditions at arizonapeacetrail.org. Segment 4 provides access to several points of interest including the Boriana Mine and the Gold King Mine. Also on segment 4 is the connector to alternate 1 which can be used in winter months when the Haulapai Mountain area is closed because of snow.

The arrow markers show you the segment before the one on current map, and the segment after.

114o1’W

113o59’W

113o57’W

113o55’W

113o51’W

35o5’N

Wild Cow Springs Campground

35o3’N

Cattle Gate on Upper Walnut Creek Trail

S-03

Petroglph off Walnut Creek Trai Water Tank & Windmill

S-02

AZPT & Gold King Trail

35o1’N

Gold King Mine Survivalist Camp

34o59’N 34o57’N

Hualapai Mountain Park to Boriana Mine

34o57’N

Trail 7101 (Ridge Trail) & Walnut Creek Trail (Survivalist Camp)

34o59’N

Very Steep Rise Start on Walnut Creek Trail

Boriana Mine 02

34o55’N

34o53’N

S-04

Boriana Mine Rd & Bar I & Whispering Winds Dr

05 114o3’W

114o1’W

113o59’W

113o57’W

113o55’W

113o53’W

05 - Boriana Mine to Wikieup - Page 78

LEGEND BLM

Spur

Lodging

Mine

Local or State Parks

Main Loop, E-2

Cultural/Sightseeing

Navigation Aid

Private

Main Loop, M-1

Petroglyph

Difficult Waypoint

Legend. Explains the features on the current segment map only. On maps with insets, the legend is on the next page.

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On maps with regions crowded with points of interest, such as cities on the route, maps of particular segments have insets, that show at a larger scale which point and where exactly is located.

Using the AZPT Atlas

AZPT Segment breakdown

Location

Miles

Rating

Kingman

9.12

E-1

Kingman to Hualapai Mountain Park

10.35

E-1

Hualapai Mountain Park

3.14

E-3

Hualapai Mountain Park to Boriana Mine

26.39

M-1

Boriana Mine to Wikieup

37.31

M-1

Wikieup to Alamo Lake

33.90

E-3

Alamo Lake

10.09

E-2

Alamo Lake to Butler Valley

38.53

E-3

Butler Valley to Salome

13.42

M-1

Salome to Interstate 10

16.30

M-1

Interstate 10 to Hovatter Road

23.72

E-2

Hovatter Road to Dateland

51.46

E-3

Dateland to Muggins Mountains

48.25

M-1

Muggins Mountains to Dome Valley

11.31

E-1

Dome Valley to Yuma

20.11

E-2

Yuma to Laguna Hills

10.10

M-2

Laguna Hills to Martinez Lake

14.42

M-1

Martinez Lake to Red Cloud Mine

16.78

E-2

Red Clound Mine to Cibola

19.03

E-3

Cibola to Limekiln Wash

34.01

E-1

Limekiln Wash Through Johnson Canyon

10.80

M-2

La Paz Arroyo to Copper Bottom Power Line

2.01

E-3

Copper Bottom Power Line to Quartzsite

12.24

E-3

Quartzsite

4.33

E-1

Quartzsite to Bouse

27.49

E-3

Bouse to Midway

13.06

E-1

Midway to Planet Ranch Road

20.43

E-2

Planet Ranch Road to Mohave Wash

10.78

E-3

Mohave Wash to Lake Havasu City

19.77

E-3

Lake Havasu City Streets

14.78

E-1

Lake Havasu City to Interstate 40

17.58

E-3

Interstate 40 to Bullhead City

37.01

M-2

Bullhead City to Black Mountains

17.43

M-2

Black Mountains to Kingman

19.20

E-2

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02 03 04

05 31

27 08

25 24

23 11

19 12 18 17 13

16 15

AZPT Segment Maps

9.12

Kingman

E-1

The Kingman segment follows the paved roadway of Historic Route 66/Andy Devine Avenue and is located between Shinarump Road and Armour Avenue immediately north of Interstate-40. The Kingman segment passes through the urban area of Kingman, AZ and provides access to numerous amenities, including food, lodging, hospitals, and fuel.

Points of interest Best Western Kings Inn

35.212002397; -114.015147518

Comfort Inn

35.215816667; -114.012866667

Springhill Suites

35.215229597; -114.014049238

River Rat Motorsports

35.24575; -114.039016667

Route 66 Motorsports

35.218133333; -114.018583333

Kingman Regional Medical Center 35.220108032; -114.037013054

Crazy Fredâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Truck Stop

35.144600915; -114.095161669

Flying J

35.220202748; -114.007321335

Gas & Grub

35.193424076; -114.027357101

Kingman BLM Office

35.188836576; -114.013484046

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LEGEND

114o6’W

114o5’W

114o4’W

114o3’W

114o2’W

114o1’W

35o13’N

Kingman Regional Medical Center

Kingman

Route 66 Motorsports

Flying J Comfort Inn

35o13’N

AZPT Segment Maps

Springhill Suites Best Western Kings Inn

35o12’N

K I N G M A N

Gas & Grub

35o11’N

Kingman BLM Office

M O H AV E 35o10’N

35o10’N

35o9’N

Crazy Fred’s Truck Stop

114o6’W

A-01

114o5’W

114o4’W

114o3’W

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114o2’W

114o1’W

35o8’N

34 - Black Mountains to Kingman - Page 155

C O U N T Y

02 - Kingman to Hualapai Mountain Park - Page 71

i1 River Rat Motorsports

Rider Notes

Kingman Regional Medical Center

Flying J Route 66 Motorpostrs

Springhill Suites

Comfort Inn Best Western Kings Inn

LEGEND BLM State Private City/Town

Alternate Main Loop, E-1 Main Loop, E-2 Lodging Mechanical Services

Gas & Grub

Medical

Conveniences

Kingman BLM Office

Ranger Station / Visitor Info

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Kingman is famous for being a stop on the Old Route 66. Riders should take the opportunity to explore the area including dinning at one of the many 1950s style diners in town. Traveling on city streets can be dangerous, riders are advised to use caution and obey all traffic signs while on this segment.

AZPT Segment Maps

4.33

Quartzsite

E-1

The Quartzsite segment is located between Old Yuma Road and Quail Street in the Town of Quartzsite, AZ. The segment follows Tyson Wash and crosses Interstate 10 via Quartzsite city streets, where many amenities, including food, lodging, and fuel, are available.

Points of interest AZPT Staging Area COMING SOON

33.675128; -114.203712

Desert Garden RV Park

33.65412712; -114.239831

Pyramid Lane RV Park

33.68473333; -114.2210167

Hi Jolly Monument & Cemetery 33.66473333; -114.23635

La Paz Medical Clinic Fire Station/EMT 33.68987; -114.21593

Arco Gas/Food

33.669775; -114.199166

Bad Boys Cafe

33.66041238; -114.2143069

Burger King

Silly Alâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pizza

Carls Jr.

The Eatery Restaurant/Laundromat

Chevron East End

Pilot, Subway, Dairy Queen

Loves

AZPT Spur to Quartzsite

McDonalds

I-10 Overpass & AZPT

Mountain Quail Cafe

QIA/Quartzsite Off-Road

Quartzsite Yacht Club

Quartzsite Chamber of Commerce

33.66140002; -114.2407343 33.66142793; -114.2415054 33.66708613; -114.1981173 33.65716615; -114.2408328 33.66170621; -114.2375081 33.67485; -114.22875

33.6630484; -114.2349072

76 Gas

33.66678723; -114.2172855

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33.66608785; -114.2204351 33.666626; -114.213949 33.661442; -114.236573

33.66768837; -114.199748 33.66537094; -114.199748 33.665367; -114.214217 33.6623; -114.2372

Rider Notes If visiting the Quartzsite area during the months of December - March plan ahead as the area can be crowded with winter visitors who come to enjoy the sunshine, dry air, endless OHV trails, the big RV Show, and the world famous gem show.

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Desert Garden RV Park

Loves

McDonalds Burger King

Carls Jr.

Silly Al’s Pizza

23 - Copper Bottom Power Line to Quartzsite - Page 123

114o14’W

Quartzsite Yacht Club

Hi Jolly Monument & Cemetery

Bad Boys Cafe

114o13’W

76 Gas

QIA/Quartzsite Off-Road

The Eatery Restaurant/ Laundromat

114o12’W

I-10 Overpass &AZPT

Chevron East End

AZPT Spur to Quartzsite

Arco Gas/Food

AZPT Staging Area COMING SOON

25 - Quartzsite to Bouse - Page 130

Q U A R T Z S I T E

Mountain Quail Cafe

114 13’W

Quartzsite

Quartzsite Chamber of Commerce

114 13’W

33o40’N

AZPT Segment Maps

33o40’N

Pyramid Lane RV Park

La Paz Medical Clinic Fire Station/EMT

Arco Gas/ Food 76 Gas

Chevron East End

The Eatery Restaurant/Laundromat QIA/Quartzsite Off-Road

Silly Alâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pizza

Bad Boys Cafe

LEGEND BLM

Mountain Quail Cafe

Private Bypass Spur Main Loop, E-1 Main Loop, E-2 Lodging Conveniences

Quartzsite Chamber of Commerce

Hi Jolly Monument & Cemetery

Cemetery Medical

Quartzsite Yacht Club

Burger King Carls Jr.

Navigation Aid

McDonalds

Ranger Station / Visitor Info

Pilot, Subway, Dairy Queen

Loves

Desert Garden RV Park

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Appendix, References and Credits

AZPT Connector, Bypass, Alternate, and Spur Trails

Name

Miles

Alternate

Description

Alternate for Wikieup to Kingman Westside of Mtn

50.43

Alternate Wikieup if Dry

6.70

Alternates at Alamo Lake

18.07

Alternate AZPT trail for muddy trail near Alamo - Wayside

1.34

Alternate Little Laguna Hills

2.01

Alternate Imperial Dam Hidden Shores

7.79

For those wanting to go through Hidden Shores and Imperial Dam

Alternate Cibola to Ehrenberg

22.57

Follows the Colorado River levee road

Alternate for SouthWest side of Quartzsite

9.57

Shortest route

Alternate AZPT Bouse - Havasu via Gas Pipeline Crossing

33.75

Includes a water crossing at the Bill Williams River

Bypass 01

AZPT Kingman NO Hualapai MTN Wikieup - Wayside - Salome

54.03

Alamo Lake Highwater Bypass

21.52

Alamo Lake Highwater Bypass

14.85

Harquahala Rd Mtn Bypass - Salome

4.42

Easy Option bladed road

Bypass Royal Arch on Hovatter Rd

5.98

Easy Option bladed road. Shortcut and time saver.

Bypass for Laguna Hill Ridge Trail

14.47

Route for those afraid of heights.

Narrow Canyon Bypass

1.12

Vehicles over 70" wide and or long wheel base may not be able to fit

Bypass of Lake Havasu via powerline trail

22.11

Caution! Difficult Route for experineced riders only

Bypass trail of Bullhead City

8.06

06A

North Planet Ranch to Midway Flood Route

12.12

Use this emergency bypass of the Wikieup to Alamo Lake AZPT main loop trail #06 when the main trail is flooded.

08A

Alamo Lake to Butler Valley Flood Route

9.00

Use this emergency bypass of the Alamo Lake to Butler Valley AZPT main loop trail #08 when the main trail is flooded.

12A

Mohave Wash to Alamo Road Flood Route

4.34

Use when the Mohave Wash to Alamo Road Connector #12 is flooded.

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Name

SPUR

Miles

Mohave Wash AZPT to Alamo Rd AZPT

22.85

Connector - AZPT Pipeline West to Alamo Rd AZPT East

11.87

Connector Tres Amigo to Alamo/ Wickenburg Rd - Congress

8.83

Connector - Powerline Rd AZ Peace Trail West to AZ Peace Trail East

16.85

Connector East to West along I-10

21.66

Conector AZPT with Laguna Bypass

1.28

Coonector AZPT & Alternate Hidden Shores

0.16

Connector Levee Rd to Cibola Rd

0.56

Connector Parker, AZ to AZPT South

12.48

Connector - Parker, AZ to AZPT north

25.49

Connector Hwy 95 Standard Wash to AZPT

4.57

Connector - Standard Wash (Havasu) to Alamo Rd (Wikieup)

19.95

Connector AZPT London Bridge road to AZPT Havasu Bypass

7.12

Connector Havasu to Yucca

23.18

Spur to Chloride

19.21

Spur to Gold King Mine Haulapai

7.17

Spur to Survivialist Camp

13.52

Spur trail to Yucca

10.43

Spur to Signal Ghost town & Mine - Signal

5.59

Spur to Desert Waterfall

36.19

Spur to Maggie Wash

5.43

Spur to McGuffy Cabin

1.57

Spur to Alamo Lake State Park and Campground

15.70

Spur to Wickenburg

58.81

Spur to Prisoner Rock Quarry

5.73

Spur to Harquahala Mtn

35.23

Spur to New Hope, AZ

2.13

Spur to Wellton

4.41

Spur to Hippy Hole Stagging Area

2.67

Spur Trail to Ehrenberg

4.57

Spur to Indian Grinding Hole & Stone Cabin - Quartzsite

4.05

Spur LOOP to Brenda 1

29.92

Spur to Bill Williams Overlook

24.95

Spur trail 4330 to Old man underground - Havasu

1.55

Spur to Topock 66

3.81

Spur Loop to Oatman, AZ

11.02

Spur to Slot Canyon Pass & Waterfall

7.09

Spur to Secret Pass - Golden Valley

5.41

Spur to Davis Camp

15.24

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Miles

Connector

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Appendix, References and Credits

AZPT Points of Interested Listed by Segment

no 01

name

Category Lodging

Best Western Kings Inn

01 (E-1)

Lat

Long

35.212002397

-114.015147518

Comfort Inn

35.215816667

-114.012866667

Springhill Suites

35.215229597

-114.014049238

River Rat Motorsports

35.24575

-114.039016667

Route 66 Motorsports

35.218133333

-114.018583333

04 05

Mechanical Services

Medical

Kingman Regional Medical Center

35.220108032

-114.037013054

Conveniences

Crazy Fred's Truck Stop

35.144600915

-114.095161669

Flying J

35.220202748

-114.007321335

Gas & Grub

35.193424076

-114.027357101

Ranger Station/ Visitor Info

Kingman BLM Office

35.188836576

-114.013484046

Conveniences

Gas & Grub

35.193424076

-114.027357101

Navigation Aid

Cattle Gate on Trail 7145

35.167589542

-113.993744748

CO Hwy 259 & Old Hwy 93

35.185303688

-113.892002106

Hualapai Mtn Rd & Powerline

35.174789429

-113.986759186

Hualapai Mtn Rd & Trail 7145

35.174574852

-113.986415863

Ranger Station/ Visitor Info

Kingman BLM Office

35.188836576

-114.013484046

Lodging

Hualapai Lodge

35.093151703

-113.876399612

35.099233333

-113.8847

01 02

02 (E-1)

03 (E-3)

Hualapai Mtn RV Park, Campground, & Ranger Station

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