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Quartz Peak SOUTH access road(s) condition since 1/20/17 on
Posted: Jan 26 2017 3:13 pm
by hikeaz
Wondering if anyone can vouch for the current condition (since the rains of Jan. '17) of the SOUTH access road (coming up from Maricopa) to Quartz Peak.
Thanks!
Re: Quartz peak SOUTH access road condition since 1/20/17 on
Posted: Jan 26 2017 3:21 pm
by Jim
Not sure, but I think JJiii observed a small compact Chevy out there a day or two ago.
Re: Quartz peak SOUTH access road condition since 1/20/17 on
Posted: Jan 26 2017 3:22 pm
by rwstorm
@hikeaz
Can't tell you about current conditions, but in case you haven't seen this, it is a way in from the south avoiding the gnarly spots.
https://hikearizona.com/map.php?GPS=34020
Re: Quartz peak SOUTH access road condition since 1/20/17 on
Posted: Jan 26 2017 3:39 pm
by hikeaz
Jim_H wrote:Not sure, but I think JJiii observed a small compact Chevy out there a day or two ago.
Thank you.
I read apropos trip reports but they do not seem to mention the south entry road - the standard access route is from the NNW of Q.P. (Estrella Parkway, etc)
Re: Quartz Peak SOUTH access road condition since 1/20/17 on
Posted: Jan 26 2017 6:40 pm
by johnlp
You'll need high clearance from the south.
Re: Quartz Peak SOUTH access road condition since 1/20/17 on
Posted: Jan 26 2017 7:03 pm
by johnlp
JJ says it's no worse than last time he went through there.
Re: Quartz Peak SOUTH access road condition since 1/20/17 on
Posted: Jan 27 2017 8:07 am
by hikeaz
johnlp wrote:You'll need high clearance from the south.
Many thanks!
Re: Quartz Peak SOUTH access road condition since 1/20/17 on
Posted: Jan 27 2017 9:19 am
by JuanJaimeiii
Yes that is correct. Road from south is about the same as always. High clearance should be okay with 4x4 preferred for a couple spots. Chevy compact came in from the north. If you get out there and get in trouble feel free to call me for help. 602-478-5646.
Re: Quartz Peak SOUTH access road condition since 1/20/17 on
Posted: Jan 31 2017 1:38 pm
by hikeaz
Thanks for the beta, all.
The workaround route: to the landfill and then around the airport to the power lines is without issue. Clearance may be necessary (no prius') but easy going.
The road that follows the powerlines from the highway to the Q.P. turnoff is rutted in the various washes in the southern portion - more serious clearance necessary (likely 7"+) but is 2WD'able.
Did read in the log on Q.P. " After going off-roading in our rental Nissan compact, tearing off the front bumper... the hike went well..." Presumably they came in from the north, but speed can do some damage if you come across a wash that you have misjudged. (Ask Joe
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