May 12-14 2026
Phoenix to Flagstaff
Guided 4x4 Van Excursion
EXPLORE ARIZONA WITH MYQUEST ADVENTURES
The Sonoran Desert offers hundreds of mile of great trails for training and adventures.
3 Days • Overland • Adventure
ARIZONA
MAY 12-14, 2026
This excursion follows a classic Arizona route that naturally rewards those willing to take the slower, more intentional way north. As the road climbs from desert foothills into pine-covered high country, the scenery shifts dramatically - open horizons give way to cooler air, winding forest roads, and a sense of having truly traveled through the landscape rather than around it. The Senator Highway offers just enough remoteness to feel like an adventure, while remaining accessible and deeply rooted in the history of the region.
GUIDED 4x4 VAN EXCURSION
Phoenix to Flagstaff
What makes this journey special is the experience of traveling it together. With the support of experienced guides and a like-minded group, participants gain confidence simply by doing - navigating changing conditions, settling into the rhythm of the road, and learning from shared moments at camp. Evenings invite connection, conversation, and that quiet satisfaction that comes from a day well traveled. By the time you arrive in Flagstaff, you’ll feel more capable, more connected, and inspired to keep exploring - not just this route, but many more beyond it.
3-DAY OVERLAND ADVENTURE
Schedule & Itinerary
*Route is subject to change depending on road and weather conditions.
DAY ONE
Journey to Crown King
- Morning Meetup: Rock Springs Cafe (Location pin to be sent). Option to arrive early for breakfast, pie, or just a coffee.
- Departure : Be ready for a "wheels up" departure at 09:00 AM.
- Initial Route Approximately 10 miles on I-17, taking the Bumblebee exit.
- Scenic Drive: 27 miles on an improved dirt road leading to Crown King. Points of Interest: Bumble Bee (historic stagecoach stop), Cleator (home of the unique yacht club), and a scenic overlook.
- Senator Highway Stretch: 8 miles on a primitive road, passing by the waterfall, to our campsite.
DAY TWO
High Desert to Pine Forest
- Morning Departure: Wheels up at 09:00 AM.
- Trail Adventure: 13 miles (around 3 hours) through the high desert transitioning into the pine forest, with minor obstacles to navigate.
- Midday Break: Lunch at Palace Station, another stagecoach stop from the past.
- Afternoon Drive: Continue for 10 miles (about 2 hours) of dirt road to reach Prescott.
- Evening Cruise: 27 miles of tarmac through Prescott, ascending into the Mingus mountain range.
- Enjoy a scenic overlook and set up camp for night two.
DAY THREE
From Ghost Town to Flagstaff
- Morning Wheels Up: 09:00 AM, flexible for a later start.
- Short Drive to Jerome: 8 miles (20 minutes) to the ghost town of Jerome. We'll spend a couple of hours exploring and have lunch, timing dependent on our start.
- Final Leg: Approximately 67 miles to our final destination, Fort Tuthill in Flagstaff. The route includes a drive through the stunning Sedona and up Oak Creek Canyon. Option for a walking break in Sedona if desired by the guests.
Please ensure your vehicle is ready for departure at the specified "wheels up" times each day. We look forward to a memorable adventure with breathtaking views and historical stops along the way!
"The guide was perfect very easy to talk with and was willing to go the extra mile to help you with anything."
"A great group of people that are always willing to learn new stuff!"
MARK B.
ARIZONA ATTENDEE
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4x4 VAN EXCURSION IN ARIZONA
Meet Your Guide
Jim West
Jim is one of THE REVEL CLUB's lead trainers for many reasons! He is a retired Fire Fighter/Paramedic based out of Phoenix, AZ. He represented the USA on the 1992 Camel Trophy team in Guyana, and then was hired back the following year to pre-scout and create a route book for the 1994 event in Paraguay, Argentina, and Chile. As a result, Jim was asked to assist with the selection and training of every US team from 1993-1998. Also, from that event he developed a working relationship with Land Rover North America in which he has provided driving instruction and emergency medical support while on their events.
Over the past 30 years, Jim has worked on Vehicle based events in 29 different countries on 5 continents. He has a passion for teaching, whether it's emergency vehicle operations to Fire Fighters or off-road driving, recovery, vehicle selection/prep, or wilderness medicine to civilians. Along with Emergency Vehicle Operations Instructor, Paramedic, Wilderness Paramedic, Jim also is certified as a City & Guilds NPTC Off-Road Assessor and British Columbia Forest Safety Council Instructor.
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