Jimmie Wash Trail

Trail Overview

This is a well-traveled wash route. The trail weaves in and out of the sandy wash. Beware of sneaky rocks in the sand that may take out a sidewall. The trail has some challenging loose climbs into and out of the wash that add to the difficulty and enjoyment of the trail--some are off-camber. The sand is relatively well-packed but could be much softer after a storm. There are stunning cliff walls and mountain views all around. This route bypasses a section in the wash where a fence runs through the middle. This bypass has a cattle gate with a "Please Leave Gate Closed" sign on it. There are some tighter sections where paint damage is guaranteed. All in all, it's a nice trail through the desert. A wet winter brings fields of yellow wildflowers, lines of little purple lupins, and the occasional blooming pink cactus. For a desert adventure, it is a nice one. You'll pass a corral with water troughs, so watch for cattle roaming the open range. Be aware this is the desert, and be sure to bring lots of water and extra supplies. There is one bar of Verizon LTE that fades in and out. The lower section of the trail is BLM land, and the northern section crosses into a State Land Trust where a usage permit is required.

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Difficulty

The trail rating is for soft sandy washes, loose and off-camber hill climbs and descents, and the occasional rock obstacle. The trail is narrow, and paint damage is guaranteed on a wider vehicle.

History

This route is on Arizona State Trust Land. This land requires a yearly permit that can be purchased and printed online. The permits allow certain recreational activities, including camping, bicycling, bird watching, GPS-based recreational activities (geocaching), hiking, horseback riding, off-highway vehicle (OHV) usage, photography, picnicking, and sightseeing. There are a few permit options depending on your use type: An Individual Permit is $15 and grants a single person access to State Trust Land for the above-listed purposes. The permit is good for one year from the date of purchase. A Family Permit costs $20 and grants a family unit (two adults and their children under 18) access to State Trust Land for the above-listed activities. The permit is good for one year from the date of purchase. A Small-Group Permit costs $15 and grants up to 19 people access to State Trust Land locations for five consecutive days for certain types of non-commercial recreational activities, including the above-listed activities. The permit is good for one year from the date of purchase. A Large-group Permit is for a group larger than 20 people. You must apply for this size separately online and be approved for group activities of this size. Responsibilities: Permittee(s) shall respect the land and adhere to the terms and conditions of the permit at all times. Permittee(s) shall comply with all federal, state, county, and municipal laws and ordinances while on State Trust Land. The Permittee(s) shall have the permit with them at all times while recreating on State Trust Land and have it readily available if stopped by law enforcement or any State Land Department staff. The Permittee(s) shall not remove natural products from or visit archaeological sites on State Trust Land. The Permittee(s) shall not create or leave any trash on State Trust Land, except for geocaches placed according to ASLD. The Permittee(s) shall not discharge a firearm on State Trust Land except pursuant to lawful and licensed hunting. An ASLD Recreational Permit is not required for individuals with a valid hunting and fishing license who are actively pursuing game or fish. The Permittee(s) shall only participate in OHV usage on State Trust Land with an ASLD Recreational Permit and an OHV decal or license plate. The Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) is the issuing agency for the OHV decal, certificates of title, registrations, and license plates.

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