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David K
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SCR-270 Radar
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David K
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One Tough Trail... Neal Johns in Discover Baja:
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Ken Cooke
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Neal Johns
Ken,
What is the deal on the new gate? at the bottom of Summit (entrance to PLR west)?
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Neal - There are a number of gates (approximately 3) which crisscross the Pole Line Trail from the Summit Road to the White Tank, as different
ranches' property boundaries cross the trail.
David K - The most expensive camp space - La Cabaña can cost that amount for just one night ($155+). I would prefer to see a new locale - for no
money down, with approved Jeep!
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Never heard of La Cabaña before... must not be in Arturo's original area? Have fun Ken...
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Ken Cooke
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| Quote: | Originally posted by David K
Never heard of La Cabaña before... must not be in Arturo's original area? Have fun Ken... |
For the less-equipped group driving in a Subaru, Highlander, New Beetle, etc., this is a great destination.
http://www.guadalupecanyonoasis.com/LaCabana.html
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Neal Johns
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Ken,
The gates are new to me - locked, unlocked???
Neal
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Ken Cooke
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Neal Johns
Ken,
The gates are new to me - locked, unlocked???
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Completely new to me, too.
CG opening the first (unlocked) gate.
Me opening the gate leading to the sandy wash below the Summit grade.
Entrance to the Pole Line Road (open/unlocked)
Cattle gate along the Pole Line Road before reaching the White water tank.
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Ken Cooke
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Wondering if the Chevy Avalanche is still there?
[img]https://scontent-b-sjc.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/164239_509259665797588_1879978510_n.jpg?lvh=1[/img]
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David K
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So that's were stolen Chevy's from Temecula end up?!!
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Neal Johns
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Thanks, Ken. Good maps, DK.
Neal
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BAJACAT
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any leads on that Avalanche..
BAJA IS WHAT YOU WANTED TO BE, FUN,DANGEROUS,INCREDIBLE, REMOTE, EXOTIC..JUST GO AND HAVE FUN.....
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Ken Cooke
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Update
Palomar Canyon - The Summit - Cañon Jaquegel (Climb, Hike, and 4x4)
The Pole Line Group has been assembled with drivers coming in from Tijuana, B.C., the Los Angeles area, Inland Empire, and even Phoenix, Arizona! Our
group will leave Calexico next Saturday (Nov. 23rd) at 10:30 a.m. and will return to the Estados Unidos (USA) on Tuesday evening - Nov. the 26th.
Because there was some concern over the one-night $155 Guadalupe Canyon campground deposit, our group will instead travel 24 additional miles south to
the rocky, off-road trail of Palomar Canyon featuring a man-made warm spring combined with a cold spring-fed river running beside it overlooking the
Laguna Salada and the Cohabuzo Junction-area.
Guadalupe is still a great choice for a weekend trip to the Laguna Salada area, but on holiday weekends, improved campground sites run $100+/night.
Palomar Canyon offers improved man-made hot springs w/hot tub without camp fees, but a challenging Level 2 trail to reach it.
Before we hit the dirt, there is an incredible Taco place along Hwy 2 in El Progreso on the outskirts of Mexicali where we will have brunch! Can't
wait!! For more info, send a text or call.
Leader – Ken Cooke – cell (951) 255-1589
Dates – November 23 – 26, 2013
Meeting Time – 10 AM
Depart – 10:30 SHARP
Meeting Place – Pep Boys - 400 Imperial Ave Calexico, CA 92231
Difficulty Rating – 2 http://www.justruns.com/files/dif.htm
Brunch (11 AM) – Great Taco place in El Progreso (along Hwy 2)
Mexican Travel Insurance is required for your vehicle for street travel through the Mexicali-area.
Note: “Off-Road Travel” is not covered on Mexican Travel Insurance Policies.
Communications – CB 14
Trip Type – Bobtail Camping (pack for cold nights) – 2 Gerry Cans and a full gas tank in Progreso are required.
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David K
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Have a great time Ken...
Can you take photos of any remaining 1942 telephone poles, and any cobblestone roadbeds... please!?
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can wait to see El Palomar, pix will do for me..I got to go back..one of this days.have fun Ken and have fun..I never made it to the petros, so I can
help you there..
BAJA IS WHAT YOU WANTED TO BE, FUN,DANGEROUS,INCREDIBLE, REMOTE, EXOTIC..JUST GO AND HAVE FUN.....
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Ken Cooke
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Less than 1 week to go, and our group of 5 Jeeps (4 built Wranglers and 1 built XJ Cherokee) are ready to go. I will attempt to take photos on the
last day (Tues.) as we had out past the Sierra Las Tinajas towards Ejido Saldana. There are some telephone poles that are a long distance away from
the trail to the north close to Canon Jaquegel.
I will take a look for the petros, BajaCat. This should be interesting since everyone will be visiting Canon Palomar for the first time. Can't wait!
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Neal Johns
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Ken, first time at Palomar, eh? Hot tip: When you enter the palm grove near the house, the regular straight trail frequently gets quite boggy. If so,
wind your way through the palms on the right. Don't ask me how I know. Also, the plastic hose from the hot spring down to the built pool sometimes is
missing.
Check the stream bed near the house for bedrock grinding slicks.
Neal
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David K
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Palomar, Santa Isabel, Mano Canyons:
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Ken Cooke
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Thanks Neal and David K for the info!
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Ken, first time at Palomar, eh? Hot tip: When you enter the palm grove near the house, the regular straight trail frequently gets quite boggy. If so,
wind your way through the palms on the right. Don't ask me how I know. Also, the plastic hose from the hot spring down to the built pool sometimes is
missing.
Check the stream bed near the house for bedrock grinding slicks.
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4 more days - the Wife and I are both excited about this run. 5 Jeeps, lots of fun times and great food to look forward to.
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Ken Cooke
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This place makes great Chicken tacos - the marinade and smoked flavor were incredible
Waiting in line...November 2011
[Edited on 11-20-2013 by Ken Cooke]
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Too much road for a stock 1987 pathfinder with 31/10.50 4x4?
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