Diamondback Gulch aka Greasy Spoon

The trail to get to this trail is an easy forest dirt road. We aired down on the beginning of 525 road. From there drive all the way to the top and started the run. The trail is rocky to a degree not bad, it has smooth parts, and flat parts. Three quarters of the trail is easy. When u get to the last part the steep declines, inclines, rocks, makes it a great run. There are easy and hard paths but overall a fantastic trail. We went during a cloudy day with sprinkles. Do not do this trail during a rainy day, there is tons of washes you cross and everything would become super slick

Stage III fire closures have been lifted. Stage II remains in effect - no fires, discharging of firearms, etc. Be mindful, trails can close quickly due to events that can change rapidly.

Please note, a Stage III fire restriction is in place and all roads and trails are closed: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd924980.pdf

We did this trail on Memorial Day. The trail is absolutely gorgeous!!!!! There was light traffic when 3 Jeep tours and 4 to 5 side by sides. We ran it south to north and it’s fun. I’d say it’s a low 3, but I can see it being very difficult in wet conditions as the red rocks can be slippery. We plan on heading back soon to run it in both directions and to do some other trails in the area. Very fun climbs and descents.

Now this was a fun trail. The only challenging part is from about mile 4 to about mile 5 (from the north end) where you down and up some steep hills, Downhill was pretty rocky, uphill was just steep. We only saw one other vehicle the whole way and the views are impressive in that area. There were hot air balloons flying above us which was cool.

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Cool trail, wasn't hard at all. It did have a cool wash spot which I really like. More or less I would enter from the southside and just stay in that area. I would turn around at the wash and then head back.

What a fun trail! Just a little bit of everything to keep it interesting. Awesome scenery, some technical obstacles, and some great places to take a quick break in the shade and enjoy some lunch. We saw a few pink jeeps and some RZRs, but traffic was not too bad while we were out there.

This was my favorite trail in the area. We ran it late in the day and saw absolutely no one. The hills were really fun and the views of The Cockscomb was pretty spectacular with the late day sun hitting it. I would do it again.

Going down and back out of the deep canyon of waypoint 8 was a highlight of the trail. Nothing too difficult for a modified 4x4 or even some stockers with decent ground clearance. A guy with a stock 4-door JK Wrangler Sport decided to turn around and not attempt the decent and climb at waypoint 8 due to his long wheelbase, minimal ground clearance and stock tires.

This was a fun relaxing trail. Our club ran this after visiting the Indian Ruins and completing Outlaw Trail. First let me say this, I am in no way saying this is a 2wd trail. But the "difficult" rating should be removed. Up until Way point 6 Yes we were all in 2wd. Including the Stock Bronco 2. After Way point 6 the decision to drop into 4wd was for control on the descent of the hills. Now let me make it clear if it was or just had rained way points 6, 7, 8, and 10 would be interesting and a challenge for the novice off road enthusiast. Since the last review 8/24/19 the area must have gotten considerable rain, being there is no mention of trail conditions. The Forest Service or someone has came through and graded the roller coaster section. Way point 7 does not look like the pictures now. It is a lot smoother. At way point 8 the rain has washed out the trail. It has since been some what filled in and a orange barrier fence has been installed to help keep vehicles away from that edge. (as seen in the video) At way point 10 the rain has certainly made the steps/shelfs on this section a little more defined, We ran that side of the trail for a little more challenging ascent. Overall a fun back country adventure for most stock 4wd vehicles with good tires.

Ran this trail after Broken Arrow. Fun trail with some technical sections. Hit the trailhead around 9:00 AM and we were the only ones on it.

We ran this trail also known as, Diomanback Gulch OHV Trail, after touring the Palatki Heritage site , on a day that was unseasonably cool and windy that helped to keep the traffic down. Often there are many rental SXSs and tour Jeeps. This day we had the trail mostly to ourselves. The big perception totals this year have the area green and in an incredible bloom this year! We have visited Sedona this week in May for many years and haven't seen the bloom like this. If you are contemplating trying this trail this month, I highly recommend it! Pack a lunch and combine this trail with first visiting the Honaki Heritage site and running Outlaw to make fairly full day. The trail is in good shape and the GPX track is spot on.

I ran this trail after completing Outlaw Trail. Highly recommend doing both if you are in the area. Both trails are very easy to find (from the GPS provided on this sight) and fun to navigate. You can run this trail forward or backward. I did this trail the way it is listed here. Accessing it from the Boynton Pass rd. You will see a sign reading Diamond Back Gulch- which is the same trail as the greasy spoon listed here. Not sure why it is referred to as greasy spoon, as you will follow markings for Diamond Back Gulch the entire time. The trail can be accessed off of Forest road 525, which would be waypoint 13 on the map. Once again, there will be a sign reading Diamond Back Gulch OHV route. I really enjoyed the trail. It was my first time doing it. Be aware, on a busy day there will be a lot of other Jeeps, or rentals and Pink Jeep tours. Though most of the trail is scenic and easy trail riding, the few climbs and descents give this trail its moderate rating. Two come into mind, that would require climbing multiple ledges. In my opinion higher clearance and bigger tires are a must, but an armored stock vehicle could make it through with the right driver. Will stay in 4hi- most of the time, but 4lo will be activated on some portions. If you have never done this trail, do it if you're in the area. I like to provide my vehicle specs as I believe it helps others compare and prepare for a possible trip. 15 Wrangler Unlimited Sport 4in lift with 35in tires Rock sliders Open diff- stock axles

Clear trail with lots of work being done to keep it clean. Brush and debris spread in off limits area, so the Forest Service will let it stay open. Passed about 6 Pink Jeeps going the opposite direction.