AzBaja Play Day at Sycamore Creek

Last edited by Dirtjunkie on Thu Nov 18, 2010 02:04 AM; edited 2 time in total

It was suggested to me to do one on the east side. Sycamore Creek was an area that was suggested. What does everyone think? I havent been there in like 30 years so I dont know how it is out there.

Post subject: Next Play Day? Posted: Tue Nov 09, 2010 10:33 PM

Where is it at, cuz chris and I checked it out on google maps, but it's not showing the creek...

Post subject: Next Play Day? Posted: Tue Nov 09, 2010 11:11 PM

Look up lower sycamore creek. It looks kind of like the Haysayammpa.

Post subject: Next Play Day? Posted: Tue Nov 09, 2010 11:58 PM

Does anyone know if we can still get to the backside of saguaro lake? It'd be cool to get back there and spend the night Smile

Post subject: Next Play Day? Posted: Wed Nov 10, 2010 05:26 AM

ok, it's not showing up, but I'm sure Kenny knows where it is, just I guess keep us informed on when everyone's thinking of doing this.

Post subject: Re: Next Play Day? Posted: Wed Nov 10, 2010 07:05 PM

i was out there just this morning at sycamore creek.... it is alot like the haysayammpa river bed, but there are alot of hills to play in. the way in is easy and lots of places to set up camp. and the access to the back side of saquaro lake is just down the road about 2 miles... and there is about a million trails and washes there.

there was a mention in the sand sports magazine a couple of months ago, gave it a great review for a place to play.

north on bush highway going to payson, turn at the new bridge at the saquaro lake turn off and go north thru the iron gates and follow the dirt road down to river bottom.

on an given summer nite people camp out here every weekend ....there are no bathrooms or anything near by... nearest gas station is over 12 miles away. so plan on bringing everything to get by with.

i have a couple of pics of the area on my photobucket.com just search ikill6453

so lets start the poll of when? all my weekends in january are open... so anytime is good for me.

Post subject: Re: Next Play Day? Posted: Thu Nov 11, 2010 04:08 AM

The lake is accessed through The Rolls right across on Highway 87.
You can still get to the coves.
Sycamore Creek
www.youtube.com/watch?v=1BJMUyWT7nA
The Rolls
www.youtube.com/watch?v=1VX1yBjtb4k

Post subject: Next Play Day? Posted: Thu Nov 11, 2010 04:31 AM

so it's north of phoenix, heading towards flagstaff area???

Post subject: Re: Next Play Day? Posted: Thu Nov 11, 2010 04:34 AM

Aidens_Mommy wrote:

so it's north of phoenix, heading towards flagstaff area???

Other way 202 E. to Country Club north to 87 north. Get off at Saghuro Lake exit and turn left to Sycamore entrance.

Post subject: Next Play Day? Posted: Thu Nov 11, 2010 06:10 AM

I'm down for that, we're working on our new years camp out with a base camp and explore the surrounding countryside! campfire at night then go exploring the next day so much fun, let every one know as soon as we hammer out the details

Post subject: Next Play Day? Posted: Mon Nov 15, 2010 01:42 AM

so when is everyone wanting to do this then?

Post subject: Next Play Day? Posted: Mon Nov 15, 2010 02:00 AM

Hey guys the AVC is planning its annual New Years Camp out on the Wednesday before New Years (29th) and returning Jan 2nd (Sun). We're planning for maybe Alamo Lake that way some of the fishermen can do their thing. The trails around Alamo Lake are super smooth fire roads all smooth graded dirt and there is a store with a gas station in case you need something or to top off your tank. Its not set in stone yet but just wondering if any of you might be interested? thanks

Post subject: Next Play Day? Posted: Tue Nov 16, 2010 12:13 AM

I'm really liking the sycamore idea guys, lets get a date set for Jan or Feb, and get this thing going!

Post subject: Re: Next Play Day? Posted: Tue Nov 16, 2010 02:55 AM

well i think someone needs to suggest a date and see how it works for everyone..... ok... i will suggest jan 15...sat.

so spread the word and lets see what who how when... lets make this work.

i am thinking a 8am ish start and a couple of runs, then back to camp for a lunch bbq then a couple of runs till dark. remember it will be alot cooler then... and most people will fade out come dark.

here is the list of people so far... feel free to add ...

ikill6453

Post subject: Next Play Day? Posted: Tue Nov 16, 2010 08:34 AM

1) ikill6453
2) 1969baja