Jack Handle

Total Miles
2.9

Technical Rating

7

Difficult

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Trail Type

High-Clearance 4x4 Trail

Accessible By

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Jack Handle
6

Trail Overview

This short trail is adventurous! It is an out-and-back, but the main portion of the trail is a loop that brings you back to the fork from the main trail. "Jack's Crack" is a somewhat narrow climb through a boulder that you will certainly want rock sliders for, and some with wider axles may have a harder time getting through.

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Jack Handle
Jack Handle

Difficulty

This trail is a couple of good obstacles, with the rest being a drive through the canyon.

Technical Rating

7

Status Reports

John Furman
Oct 03, 2025
2018 Jeep Wrangler
Open
Ken Mccue
Oct 03, 2025
4x4
Open
After last week's storms, I would class this trail as a little bit higher than a seven.Just getting to jack's crack was work.Several areas required multiple spotting only because obstructions have been moved into places that were previously passable. There are some downed trees that blocked the trail holders that have shifted in place. And jacked crack is a challenge on a good day. In all fairness, I say the trail is a little bit more difficult.Because of the changed complexity of the main part of the term, but still very possible
Gary Hilgeman
Nov 18, 2024
4x4
Open
Normal
Narrow steep and overgrown on the return loop. Expect some AZ pinstripes… less traveled. Made it through Jacks crack in my Bronco but it was crazy tight. Must have a spotter. Intense but worth it!

Jack Handle can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High-Clearance 4x4
  • SxS (60")
  • ATV (50")
  • Dirt Bike

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