Name: Mojave Road Overlanding Adventure
Start: 2025-11-07T15:00:00.000Z
Location: Laughlin

Let’s escape the Valley oven for a few hours and conquer Harquahala Peak Trail in Arizona! This historic and scenic trail climbs to over 5,600 feet, offering stunning desert views, technical switchbacks, and a rewarding summit featuring the old Smithsonian solar observatory. Whether you're a seasoned trail veteran or looking for a challenging and fun ride on a Sunday afternoon, this Adventure promises excitement, camaraderie, and breathtaking panoramas. Pack your gear, bring your camera, and get ready for a day of adventure on one of Arizona’s most scenic offroad trails!

This used to be an easy trail last time I ran it about 5 years ago. It looks like the erosion has taken its toll and it has now been upgraded to Intermediate. Towards the top it gets a bit rocky, narrow and steep but nothing that your Jeep can’t handle. The trail is 10 miles long to the top and then we come back down 10 miles the same way.

As always, please arrive with a **full tank of gas** at the designated meeting spot and be ready for a prompt departure. If you’re running late, please let us know by posting or messaging in the Meetup App. If your plans change and you’re unable to attend, **please promptly remove yourself** from the event so that others on the standby list can take your place.

We will Meet at the Harquahala Mountain Staging Area, see link below:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/jV24LkHSvCd2kpyW6

[FunTreks Description](https://funtreks.com/off-road-trails/harquahala-peak/)

[AllTrails Description](https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/arizona/harquahala-mountain-summit-road-trail)

[WIKIPEDIA Description](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harquahala_Mountains)

[TrailsOffroad Description](https://www.trailsoffroad.com/US/arizona/trails/78-harquahala-mountain-summit-road)

[YOUTUBE Video #1](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MOZU3QGm30I)
[YOUTUBE Video #2](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2wSR0QO4Jo)

**Event Type:** 1 Day Adventure
**AZ Pinstriping**: Minimum
**Difficulty:** [3 to 4](https://valleygladiators.com/?page_id=259)
**Camping:** None
**Jeep Requirements:** Stock Jeeps with Offroad tires.
**Equipment Requirements:** [Full Gas Tank, Spare Tire, inflation/deflation tools, drinks/lunch, Sense of Adventure](https://valleygladiators.com/?p=479)
**Radio:** GMRS Radio Chanel #15.

Valley Jeepsters

Russ Tegen

Matthew Classen

Chris and Shirley 

Dan A

Ken P. and Diana B.

Johnny

Bryce

Ron Adams

james

Harquahala Peak & Observatory

Harquahala Peak

Come join us in Moab and hit the new Badge of Honor Trails with Red Rock 4-Wheelers, yes the same Moab Jeep Club that hosts Easter Jeep Safari! This one is much more laid back and is only limited to 150 attendees and 25 Jeeps per trail! The event costs $300 and includes three hot breakfasts, an ice cream party, and a hot dinner and giveaway on Saturday night, all hosted at the Moab Rim RV Park.

Registration starts **TOMORROW** **JUNE 9th at 9:00 AM** Arizona time. It fills up really fast, usually within a couple of hours so I would recommend setting your alarm/reminder for this one! I would also advise creating an account first on their site so you’re ready to sign up for the event tomorrow. RR4W Website Registration link below:
[https://www.rr4w.com/site-registration.cfm](https://www.rr4w.com/site-registration.cfm)

Tomorrow morning please use the link below to register for the actual event and pick your trails. I will post which trails I picked in the Meetup Chat as soon as I get them so you can pick the same ones if you like. Obviously, my priority is to get the following new BOH trails: **Wipe Out Hill, Lost World and Kane Creek Canyon**
[https://www.rr4w.com/Event-Home.cfm](https://www.rr4w.com/Event-Home.cfm)

LODGING
I recommend that you stay at the Moab Rim Campark if you want to be onsite and participate in all the activities.
[https://www.moabrimcampark.com](https://www.moabrimcampark.com)

If you’re considering attending, I recommend you make your **reservation ASAP** **TODAY** because I’m pretty sure tomorrow everything will be filled up. They have full hookup RV sites, cabins and tent camping. Unfortunately, you can’t book it online and must call 1 (435) 259-5002. Reservations are refundable up to a couple of days before the event if you change your mind.

LOGISTICS:
I will be leaving with my RV on Friday morning August 29th and returning Tuesday September 2nd if anyone wants to ride together, keep in mind I’ll be limited to 55 to 60 MPH.

**Event Type:** 3 Days
**AZ Pinstriping**: Unknown
**Difficulty:** [1 to 9](https://valleygladiators.com/?page_id=259)
**Camping:** Optional
**Jeep Requirements:** Any level Jeep
**Equipment Requirements:** [Full Gas Tank, Spare Tire, inflation/deflation tools, drinks/lunch, Sense of Adventure](https://valleygladiators.com/?p=479)
**Radio:** I believe RR4W uses GMRS for their communication

James Manning aka Red Leader

Steve R

Chris

Moab Labor Day Jeep Safari

Moab Rim Campark

IT'S NOT WHAT YOU THINK and Yes, we are still a very family friendly group! 😊 The event is put together by a local 4x4 Club in Vegas and is an awesome extended weekend getaway Adventure that attracts hundreds of attendees each year! We get to enjoy three days of off-roading on trails of various difficulty from laid back level 3 all the way to 8. Between trail runs they’ll keep us fed and entertained with vendor booths, spectator events and a concert! This is also a great **family friendly** event with activities scheduled for kids of all ages.

Registration is $85 per vehicle plus another $40 to $75 camping fee (per the entire event). You can bring your RV, rooftop tent or just a regular ol’ ground tent. Closest hotel is [NorthShore Inn](https://northshoreinnatlakemead.com/) , about 10 minutes’ drive from the fairgrounds if you don’t want to rough it out.

**Registration opens August 23rd and trails will fill up FAST so make sure to set a calendar reminder for youself!!**

Register here so I know you're coming then you **MUST** **ALSO REGISTER** at the HUMP-N-BUMP website, link below:

[https://vv4w.org/hump-n-bump/](https://vv4w.org/hump-n-bump/)

For our last Adventure that weekend, assuming our Jeeps are still operational and we have the energy, we will conquer [Rocky Gap Badge of Honor Trail](https://www.trailsoffroad.com/US/nevada/trails/979-rocky-gappotato-ridge-road) on Sunday morning just with Valley Jeepsters.

Last year, we had 5 Valley Jeepsters attending this Adventure and it was an absolute blast. The food, the trails the people, the activities, it was by far THE BEST Club sponsored event I’ve ever attended!!!

Since the Hump N Bump is back to back with Mojave Overlanding Adventure, I will spend the week of November 2nd in Laughlin instead of making a 4-hour drive there and back. I will be staying at the AVI casino. The casino hotel is less than $50/night with taxes during the week! If you plan on doing both Adventures, you’re welcome to join me there. It’d be a working remote week for me but I’m usually done by 3:00sh so we can hit couple of trails around Laughlin during the week in late afternoons!

**Event Type:** Third Party Extended Weekend Event
**Difficulty:** [3-8](https://valleygladiators.com/?page_id=259) Trails of various difficulty levels.
**Camping:** YES. Camping and RV spots are available for a nominal fee.
**AZ Pinstriping:** Minimal
**Age Restrictions:** None, Families with kids of all ages are welcome
**Jeep Requirements:** Stock Jeep and above depending on the trails chosen.
**Equipment Requirements:** Spare Tire, inflation/deflation tools, sense of adventure
**Radio:** GMRS Channel #15

Steven Nelson

Matt

Larry Brockhaus

Vegas Hump & Bump

1301 Whipple Ave

Embark on an unforgettable 2 day off-road journey through the rugged and breathtaking landscapes of the Mojave Desert. Our Overlanding Adventure will take you across 140 miles of remote, unpaved trails, where you’ll conquer long sandy washes, rocky passes, and scenic river crossings. Along the way, discover hidden relics of the Old West, Native American petroglyphs, and abandoned outposts that tell the story of pioneers who once braved this untamed land. Get ready to test your skills, soak in the beauty of endless desert vistas, and camp under a sky filled with millions of stars and create memories that will last a lifetime!

Most of the trip is easy but few locations will require four-wheel drive. We will start in Laughlin, NV and finish near Barstow, CA. We will be camping one night on this trip with an optional night at the end of the trail (Afton Campground). Please book accommodations in Laughlin, NV the night before for an early start the next morning! We will be crossing into California, please make sure to follow ALL California rules regarding firearms possession!

Good guides include Mojave Road Guide, by Dennis G. Gasebier, Mojave Desert Heritage and cultural Association, and Tails Illustrated map 256 – Mojave National Preserve.

This is a multi-day Adventure without access to modern amenities such as bathrooms, food or water. You must be self-sufficient and bring your own supplies! A lot of preparation goes into putting these types of trips together which requires accurate headcount. If you sign up and your plans change, please remove yourself AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE. Furthermore, no shows will risk expulsion from Valley Jeepsters!!!

**[Mojave Road Highlights with GPS Coordinates](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nIelfyiqNEC75GQNH3WVl0KwdX-j9h0w/view?usp=sharing)**
**[YOUTUBE VIDEO](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nuvnumm3dlE)**
**[ALLTRAILS Description](https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/mojave-road-ohv-trail)**
**[FUNTREKS Mojave Road East](https://funtreks.com/off-road-trails/mojave-road-east/)**
**[FUNTREKS Mojave Road Central](https://funtreks.com/off-road-trails/mojave-road-central/)**
**[FUNTREKS Mojave Road West](https://funtreks.com/off-road-trails/mojave-road-west/)**
**[TRAILSOFFROAD Description](https://www.trailsoffroad.com/US/california/trails/1043-mojave-road?22219646813=&utm_term=&utm_campaign=&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_grp=&hsa_ad=&hsa_src=x&hsa_tgt=&hsa_kw=&hsa_mt=&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw4v6-BhDuARIsALprm33IdxYR_AsMYLDm6s9MJLw0QDRFPNU-bEkoWUADf3scblTsirOT08EaAjuJEALw_wcB)**

**Event Type:** Weekend Overlanding Adventure
**AZ Pinstriping**: Small
**Difficulty:** [2 to 4](https://valleyjeepsters.com/?page_id=259)
**Camping:** REQUIRED
**Jeep Requirements:** Any stock 4WD Jeep with offroad tires.
**Equipment Requirements:** [Full Gas Tank, Spare Tire, inflation/deflation tools, drinks/lunch, Sense of Adventure](https://valleygladiators.com/?p=479)
**Radio:** GMRS Radio Channel #15.

Alan Mayo

Mike S.

Shane

Mira & Tim

John S

Mojave Road Overlanding Adventure

Laughlin

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