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Title: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on August 17, 2016, 05:16:41 PM
SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND

DISCUSSION ONLY






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Choccolocco Mountain is located in Jacksonville, Alabama just one mile from the town square. Restaurants, parts stores, and hotels are only minutes away. Every type of off road vehicle is welcome, including: ATV’s, side by sides, dirt bikes, four wheel drives, rail buggies, and rock crawlers. The park is 450 acres of forest covered mountains with a vast trail system. Most stock four-wheel drive vehicles are capable of traveling throughout the entire park on the easy roads. There are also moderate to extreme trails for the more advanced vehicles. Some of the most extreme off road obstacles in the southeast are located here in Jacksonville, AL.



AMENITIES :

- Unlimited Primitive camping
- 15 RV Hookups
- 4 Restrooms and 2 showers
- Pavilion
- Music Stage
- Children's Playground
- Bagged ice
- compressed air


PARK RATES :

http://www.choccoloccomountain.com/ParkRates.html (http://www.choccoloccomountain.com/ParkRates.html)

PARK INFORMATION :

Address :
1312 Louise Dr SW Jacksonville, Alabama 36265

Website :

http://www.choccoloccomountain.com/index.html (http://www.choccoloccomountain.com/index.html)

Phone :
256-365-0297


GATR Ride Rules & Information : http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?action=rules (http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?action=rules)



RIDE PLANS :

FRIDAY:  park opens at 8am...members will arrive throughout the day to set up camp and wheel.  There will be no structured Friday rides.  Get together with those that are there and work out wheeling plans.  Camp fires and what not Friday night at sundown.  GaTR ride rules apply to all that come Friday and wheel as a GaTR club member. 

SATURDAY:  9:30am(Alabama time) riders meeting.  We will break into groups of like wheeling capabilities and head out to hit the rocks.  The park is not too big so lunch can be back at the camp sites at 1pm.  After lunch we can re-group, stay in the same groups, make bigger groups, smaller groups, whatever may seem to make the wheeling better.  Wheel for the rest of the day.  Camp fires and more what not at sun down.  Maybe a little night wheeling if a group feels up to it.


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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on August 17, 2016, 05:17:12 PM
This ride is for those that cannot make it to Dixie Run on the 22nd
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Blue J on August 17, 2016, 05:25:18 PM
This ride is for those that cannot make it to Dixie Run on the 22nd

So you are not going to Dixie Run ?
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on August 17, 2016, 05:27:04 PM
Wife's B-day, I can't make it
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: 4X4KING on August 17, 2016, 05:32:53 PM
Im in for Chocco!!
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on August 17, 2016, 06:20:37 PM
Calendar has been updated to reflect this ride

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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on August 17, 2016, 07:18:27 PM
In + Peggy, she is ready to go again.

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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on August 17, 2016, 07:21:14 PM
Really looking forward to this ride, it feels like forever since I've been here. And every time I go it seems to get better.
This may be the only time I can say rock bouncers have actually improved trails. They've kicked out all of the loose rocks lol

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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BigMike on August 17, 2016, 07:49:45 PM
Wish I could make it.  Will be in St. Augustine for a wedding.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on August 17, 2016, 07:52:35 PM
Really looking forward to this ride, it feels like forever since I've been here. And every time I go it seems to get better.
This may be the only time I can say rock bouncers have actually improved trails. They've kicked out all of the loose rocks lol

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And with the Avenza PDF map app, we can actually find our way around the park now.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cannonballkev on August 17, 2016, 07:57:22 PM
Hmm, I'm going to try and make it, but Oklahoma and Ohio State play at 730 that night.  Cell reception there?  I might have to bring the sat dish!
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on August 17, 2016, 08:11:15 PM
Hmm, I'm going to try and make it, but Oklahoma and Ohio State play at 730 that night.  Cell reception there?  I might have to bring the sat dish!
Priorities

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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Mortalis5509 on August 17, 2016, 08:17:49 PM
Hmm, I'm going to try and make it, but Oklahoma and Ohio State play at 730 that night.  Cell reception there?  I might have to bring the sat dish!
Is that SEC?

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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cannonballkev on August 17, 2016, 08:23:01 PM
Here we go! Ha ha hey, there is talk of Oklahoma joinig the SEC
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on August 19, 2016, 08:40:13 PM
In + Peggy, she is ready to go again.

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dang...she's getting to see two of the best facility parks, back-to-back!  Next thing you'll do is take her to AOP! or Windrock!
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on August 19, 2016, 08:58:44 PM
In + Peggy, she is ready to go again.

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dang...she's getting to see two of the best facility parks, back-to-back!  Next thing you'll do is take her to AOP! or Windrock!

There is a method to the madness.  As much as I like riding Morris she won't see it for a while.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tcdawg on August 19, 2016, 10:01:33 PM
In + Peggy, she is ready to go again.

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dang...she's getting to see two of the best facility parks, back-to-back!  Next thing you'll do is take her to AOP! or Windrock!

There is a method to the madness.  As much as I like riding Morris she won't see it for a while.

Smart. Don't take her to Hale for awhile either.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cleveland99 on August 19, 2016, 11:21:14 PM
In + Peggy, she is ready to go again.

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dang...she's getting to see two of the best facility parks, back-to-back!  Next thing you'll do is take her to AOP! or Windrock!
She will be driving soon,Mark will have to start all over on new jeep

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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on August 20, 2016, 01:37:26 PM
In + Peggy, she is ready to go again.

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dang...she's getting to see two of the best facility parks, back-to-back!  Next thing you'll do is take her to AOP! or Windrock!

There is a method to the madness.  As much as I like riding Morris she won't see it for a while.

Smart. Don't take her to Hale for awhile either.
Hale is much nicer, nOw

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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BigMike on August 20, 2016, 06:29:34 PM
In + Peggy, she is ready to go again.

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dang...she's getting to see two of the best facility parks, back-to-back!  Next thing you'll do is take her to AOP! or Windrock!

There is a method to the madness.  As much as I like riding Morris she won't see it for a while.

Smart. Don't take her to Hale for awhile either.
Hale is much nicer, nOw

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Except you have to wipe outside of the bathroom. 
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on August 20, 2016, 07:26:00 PM
In + Peggy, she is ready to go again.

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dang...she's getting to see two of the best facility parks, back-to-back!  Next thing you'll do is take her to AOP! or Windrock!

There is a method to the madness.  As much as I like riding Morris she won't see it for a while.

Smart. Don't take her to Hale for awhile either.
Hale is much nicer, nOw

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Except you have to wipe outside of the bathroom.
No..they added new bathrooms...it's sooooo much better

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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BlueJew on August 21, 2016, 10:18:53 PM
I will be there with the WIFE!!!  Staying in a hotel.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Blue J on August 22, 2016, 08:30:39 AM
Here we go! Ha ha hey, there is talk of Oklahoma joinig the SEC

Which part of the South are they from?
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cannonballkev on August 22, 2016, 08:34:38 AM
Is Arkansas really in the south?
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on August 22, 2016, 08:36:05 AM
I will be there with the WIFE!!!  Staying in a hotel.
Wow - kid free weekend for both.  Score!!
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cannonballkev on August 22, 2016, 08:37:09 AM
And Missouri?
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: cru9 on August 22, 2016, 08:47:32 AM
I will be there with the WIFE!!!  Staying in a hotel.
Has your wife ever been wheeling with you?


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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: cru9 on August 22, 2016, 07:17:51 PM
I am just going Saturday


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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on August 22, 2016, 07:25:49 PM
Im Saturday only this time. I'm sure there will be some on Friday.

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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cleveland99 on August 22, 2016, 07:35:26 PM
Saturday only for me as well

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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Blue J on August 22, 2016, 11:03:55 PM
They are still doing road work on I-20 so plan accordingly. FYI.
I drive it everyday on my commute
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on August 23, 2016, 06:56:03 AM
I will be there with the WIFE!!!  Staying in a hotel.
Wow - kid free weekend for both.  Score!!
I predict number 4 will be born around 9 months after Chocco

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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on August 29, 2016, 07:55:56 AM
So, Kris and I will most likely come for a day trip on Saturday.  How do we find you guys? 
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: cru9 on August 29, 2016, 08:00:54 AM
We usually park in the upper left parking area by the little zip line


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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on August 29, 2016, 08:05:09 AM
As we've never been, can I assume that means, come through the gate, turn left, and find the zip line? 
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tjsahara00 on August 29, 2016, 08:10:47 AM
Pay down at the bottom
go up the hill
to the left is parking and zip line
to the right is more parking, bathrooms
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on August 29, 2016, 08:19:20 AM
As we've never been, can I assume that means, come through the gate, turn left, and find the zip line? 
Pay down at the bottom
go up the hill
to the left is parking and zip line
to the right is more parking, bathrooms

And be prepared, you will think you may be lost as you come into the park through a neighborhood.  I know the first time I went to Chocco I was sure my GPS had gone haywire, but sure enough you will find the entrance if you follow the GPS. 
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on August 29, 2016, 08:20:22 AM
Seems simple enough...  See some of you there...

And good to know... Thanks!
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: cru9 on August 29, 2016, 08:33:58 AM
Don't speed when you come into the town of Jacksonville. It's a small college town and real low speed limit areas


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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on August 29, 2016, 08:37:07 AM
Roger that... I usually just assume that with any small town.  Especially with out of state plates dragging the buggy along...
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: patman on August 29, 2016, 11:21:59 AM
I missed the entrance last time... you'll be looking for an address that doesn't exist. Instead of a driveway/mailbox with the number on it, it's a short road that goes by another name which looks like it dead-ends, but the park entrance is just beyond the end of the road.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on August 29, 2016, 11:31:20 AM
Is there a GPS address that works?
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on August 29, 2016, 11:34:45 AM
You can use the address on the website.  It takes you to the house on the corner of the road you turn on to get to the park. 

1312 Louise Dr SE
Jacksonville, AL 36265
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Anvilsam on August 29, 2016, 11:38:28 AM
Also, another tip - if you have 4hi on the tow rig, you may want to engage that before you go up that hill to the parking.  Don't be shy with the gas either.  Steep gravel road.

Unless you have a duramax. If so just drive as you normally would and all will be ok. JK I put mine in 4hi when we went in june.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on August 29, 2016, 11:40:36 AM
 //LMAO//  I've got a stupid Ford, so 4HI probably doesn't work...
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tjsahara00 on August 29, 2016, 12:03:56 PM
//LMAO//  I've got a stupid Ford, so 4HI probably doesn't work...

Yes in my old Powerstroke found out my 4 wheel
drive didn't work on that hill.....started sliding
backwards. Truck, trailer and Jeep had to be pulled
up.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on August 29, 2016, 12:09:53 PM
This will be my first time not having to unload at the bottom ...... hopefully. :)
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on August 29, 2016, 12:43:38 PM
I am hopeful that my new ORI strut will be in just in time for me to install it so I can go on this trip.  I should have the front end fixed later this week and I'll figure out the caliper bolts sometime this weekend...that just leaves the strut as my final problem area...I hope!  I'll only do a day trip, and since i am getting in from a trip to Asheville on Friday evening, I might be late so I'll catch y'all on channel 7, if that happens.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Big Dave on August 29, 2016, 03:28:03 PM
I saw a dude smoke a tranny going up the hill. And I think the ruined his transmission in his dually pulling a trailer.

Yes, the first time going you think you are lost.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on August 29, 2016, 04:07:10 PM
//LMAO//  I've got a stupid Ford, so 4HI probably doesn't work...

Yes in my old Powerstroke found out my 4 wheel
drive didn't work on that hill.....started sliding
backwards. Truck, trailer and Jeep had to be pulled
up.

That's terrible....
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on August 30, 2016, 12:05:40 PM
Every time I think about this park I remember the legendary trip a few years back when @jc79 & @cosimpson hit the luck lottery!! If you were there you know what I'm talking about //cheers2//
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tjsahara00 on August 30, 2016, 12:07:57 PM
Was a couple rigs behind Jared....
Never will forget that.....the sight and sounds
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on August 30, 2016, 12:21:49 PM
I was standing next to Jared's driver side rear tire ..... so yeah, I remember :).   //cheers2//
 
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tjsahara00 on August 30, 2016, 12:41:37 PM

(http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac182/tjsahara00/Choccollocco%20July%202014/ChoccolloccoJuly2014044_zpscf232b34.jpg) (http://s898.photobucket.com/user/tjsahara00/media/Choccollocco%20July%202014/ChoccolloccoJuly2014044_zpscf232b34.jpg.html)
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tcdawg on August 30, 2016, 12:47:36 PM
i recovered Chris...it was sketchy from start to finish
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on August 30, 2016, 12:52:51 PM
I was standing in front of the tree as we had just attached the winch line to the tree saver and it seemed like things went into slow motion as that tree started coming down.  Remember it like it was yesterday.  So thankful that noone was hurt on that one.  Crazy day for sure...
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: cru9 on August 30, 2016, 02:15:03 PM
Yes Chris's recovery was sketchy. Then Danny got got sketchy trying to turn around by that ledge. That was bad all the way around


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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on August 30, 2016, 03:09:04 PM
Yes Chris's recovery was sketchy. Then Danny got got sketchy trying to turn around by that ledge. That was bad all the way around

I've never seen luck like Chris had. What are the odds of his tire getting stuck between two branches. That was a good 100+ foot roll if it didn't get hung up
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BlueJew on August 30, 2016, 08:33:27 PM
We will be there Friday and Saturday.  First trip for her...may have talked her into camping!!!  No 4th baby!
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Raisinhead on August 30, 2016, 09:00:14 PM
We will be there Friday and Saturday.  First trip for her...may have talked her into camping!!!  No 4th baby!

Nice!  I could get the wifey to gladly jump in the jeep for a ride. I'd just have to tell her about the other women joining(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160831/6f35d80f7d368ca3552ec68a7ca4fafa.jpg)
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BigMike on August 30, 2016, 09:25:22 PM
We will be there Friday and Saturday.  First trip for her...may have talked her into camping!!!  No 4th baby!



Nice!  I could get the wifey to gladly jump in the jeep for a ride. I'd just have to tell her about the other women joining(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160831/6f35d80f7d368ca3552ec68a7ca4fafa.jpg)


Damn that's a sweet YJ
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BlueJew on September 04, 2016, 09:55:28 PM
anyone going up friday?
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on September 05, 2016, 08:01:48 AM
anyone going up friday?

I'm hoping to head up Fri but will have to make that call on Thu 9/15 based on work.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Jeepster1407 on September 05, 2016, 02:03:13 PM
anyone going up friday?


I may be in for this trip now. My wife is now home and on the mend. Fingers crossed...


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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on September 05, 2016, 02:13:58 PM
anyone going up friday?


I may be in for this trip now. My wife is now home and on the mend. Fingers crossed...


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Awesome news Justin.  Most importantly glad she is on the mend.  After that looking forward to wheeling with you and the LJ!
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Anvilsam on September 05, 2016, 02:52:25 PM
Glad to hear she is home buddy


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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Jeepster1407 on September 05, 2016, 05:40:20 PM
Absolutely Mark. It was very strange. Somehow she managed to catch viral meningitis. But she's doing much better now. Thanks for the prayers.


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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on September 05, 2016, 05:53:58 PM
Absolutely Mark. It was very strange. Somehow she managed to catch viral meningitis. But she's doing much better now. Thanks for the prayers.


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Glad she's doing well, and that yall caught it in time.  I remember the fear of meningitis from when I was in high school and an outbreak occurred. 
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: cru9 on September 06, 2016, 08:33:06 AM
I will not make the Chocco ride. Reid got messed up pretty bad this weekend and it really hit me hard along with my entire family. I am going to promoting CFR at a OffRoad event. Y'all have fun. I hate to miss it but I have to do this.


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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 07, 2016, 03:26:27 PM
I saw that... No good...  //:'(//

What are you guys thinking for Saturday?  Is there a trail plan?  Or do we wander aimlessly through the park?
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on September 07, 2016, 03:29:29 PM
I'm hoping to head up Fri but will have to make that call on Thu 9/15 based on work.

Me too
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Blue J on September 07, 2016, 05:16:37 PM


What are you guys thinking for Saturday?  Is there a trail plan?  Or do we wander aimlessly through the park?

We break up into smaller groups depending on who shows up usually something like Hard Core, Intermediate, and Easy then we ride and meet back for lunch and then do it again after lunch.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 08, 2016, 07:02:12 AM
Sounds good.  Gratzi!
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 09, 2016, 01:17:34 PM
Thinking about coming up Friday.  Are there showers?
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on September 09, 2016, 01:21:18 PM
Thinking about coming up Friday.  Are there showers?

Yessir. Pretty nice facilities
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 09, 2016, 02:04:43 PM
Thinking about coming up Friday.  Are there showers?

Yessir. Pretty nice facilities

Hmmmm..... Processing....
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 09, 2016, 02:39:12 PM
Does everybody camp, or hotel?  What time are most folks showing up on Friday?
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Scott F. on September 10, 2016, 09:25:21 PM
Does everybody camp, or hotel?  What time are most folks showing up on Friday?

@marc72  there is usually a small group that camps and sits around the fire at night with drinks, telling tall tales and such. The warmer weather usually results in a smaller number of campers or no campers (day trip and/or hotel instead).

I am a regular camper but I am on house arrest still so I can't comment on the next few rides.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: kent10sne1 on September 11, 2016, 06:30:17 AM



I am a regular camper but I am on house arrest still so I can't comment on the next few rides.

Happens to me all the dam time.  I think i need to up her medication.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 11, 2016, 07:45:06 AM
So, with that being said, is there anyone camping on this trip? 
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on September 11, 2016, 08:00:51 AM
So, with that being said, is there anyone camping on this trip?
I will, if I get back from North Carolina in time, but don't count on me.

@jeepson33s ? @jd30005 ?
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on September 11, 2016, 08:03:12 AM
So, with that being said, is there anyone camping on this trip?
I will, if I get back from North Carolina in time, but don't count on me.

@jeepson33s ? @jd30005 ?
Friday departure is dependent on work this week for me. I am in New Orleans all week and get back Thu so i have to see what my Friday is looking like. I'll make the call on Thu and post up.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 11, 2016, 08:10:06 AM
Super sadness....
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on September 11, 2016, 09:00:45 AM
Super sadness....
I have no doubt there will be others camping there that weekend, they just may not be with GATR.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 11, 2016, 09:03:59 AM
Maybe we'll just go back to day tripping Saturday.  It all now depends on what happens with the truck now anyway.  //:'(//
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on September 11, 2016, 10:13:48 AM
Loaded and ready for Chocco!

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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 11, 2016, 10:17:14 AM
Someone is VERY excited!  //LMAO//  Oh right... The work thing!
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on September 11, 2016, 10:24:35 AM
Someone is VERY excited!  //LMAO//  Oh right... The work thing!
Actually, I'm very excited...now that it's working again and loaded!
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 11, 2016, 10:28:13 AM
Why wouldn't you be?  We be wheelin'! //SLAMIN//
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: DOUG on September 11, 2016, 12:20:16 PM
Awesome. Hopefully this ride will be easy on you
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on September 11, 2016, 01:12:41 PM
Wes said he'll be there around noon...so in real time, that's like 4 pm.  LOL
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BlueJew on September 12, 2016, 01:40:37 PM
My arrival depends on all south.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on September 12, 2016, 01:44:17 PM
My arrival depends on all south.
Huh...what are you getting done?
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: biscuit88 on September 12, 2016, 08:23:05 PM
Be there Saturday.  I hope the weather changes.  It will be good to see yall again.  I think I will stay off hells revenge this trip I am 0 for 2. 
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on September 12, 2016, 08:37:02 PM
Be there Saturday.  I hope the weather changes.  It will be good to see yall again.  I think I will stay off hells revenge this trip I am 0 for 2.
Woohoo!  See ya soon, buddy.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on September 13, 2016, 01:10:48 PM
Be there Saturday.  I hope the weather changes.  It will be good to see yall again.  I think I will stay off hells revenge this trip I am 0 for 2.
Woohoo!  See ya soon, buddy.

x2 it's been a while
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cleveland99 on September 13, 2016, 01:57:47 PM
Life in the way can't make it this weekend

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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on September 13, 2016, 02:32:40 PM
Life in the way can't make it this weekend

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WTF...push life out of the way...
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 14, 2016, 09:39:53 AM
Sooooo.... When the ol' weather man down here says 50% chance, is it really 50%?
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tcdawg on September 14, 2016, 09:43:23 AM
Sooooo.... When the ol' weather man down here says 50% chance, is it really 50%?

somewhere between 5% and 100%
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 14, 2016, 09:45:20 AM
Sooooo.... When the ol' weather man down here says 50% chance, is it really 50%?

somewhere between 5% and 100%

 //LMAO//  That's what I figured....
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tcdawg on September 14, 2016, 09:46:56 AM
Sooooo.... When the ol' weather man down here says 50% chance, is it really 50%?

somewhere between 5% and 100%

 //LMAO//  That's what I figured....

oh

and a 5% margin of error
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 14, 2016, 09:48:36 AM
plus or minus 50%
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Raisinhead on September 14, 2016, 09:58:49 AM
They've been wrong on the last couple of rides.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 14, 2016, 10:00:51 AM
I just checked again... WeatherBug says 30%.  We can live with that... The buggy in the rain blows!
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on September 15, 2016, 07:51:04 AM
Weather is looking great for Sat

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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on September 15, 2016, 07:59:16 AM


Weather is looking great for Sat


Friday looks awesome, too, for those that can there early.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 15, 2016, 08:06:53 AM
Saw that yesterday!  Very exciting!  New harnesses showed up as well!  Just need the truck back and we load!
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on September 15, 2016, 08:15:01 AM
Saw that yesterday!  Very exciting!  New harnesses showed up as well!  Just need the truck back and we load!
What is the status on the truck?
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 15, 2016, 08:33:52 AM
I'll find out this morning.  They started the flush and drain yesterday afternoon.  4wd is "supposed" to be fixed as well... We'll find out I guess..
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tjsahara00 on September 15, 2016, 08:50:56 AM
When 4 wheel drive quit working on the
96 Powerstroke I used to have. I wound
up having locking hubs put in.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 15, 2016, 08:55:00 AM
Yeah... That was my problem.  Vaccum pump for the auto hubs shit the bed.  If it weren't covered by warranty, I would do the same thing.  But, free is free!  //;D//
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BlueJew on September 15, 2016, 06:35:33 PM
We will be camping Friday night.  We will head to allsouth around 8-9am and head out from there.  Hopefully it's just paying and hooking up the trailer.  We should be pulling in around 2 depending on traffic. 
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Jeepster1407 on September 16, 2016, 03:55:39 PM
I just downloaded the Avenza map. This should make navigating the park a breeze. I've never been to Chocco so I'm excited...  See everyone in the AM
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on September 16, 2016, 04:05:10 PM
Ready for early morning departure.

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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on September 16, 2016, 04:12:43 PM
Ready for early morning departure.

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Look at that new truck cap!!  Looking good.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Jeepster1407 on September 16, 2016, 04:28:35 PM
Now grab a truck bed air mattress and your set!
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 16, 2016, 06:03:31 PM
All ready to go! New harnesses in, truck back, and loaded up!  See you guys in the AM!

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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Jeepster1407 on September 16, 2016, 06:56:34 PM
All ready to go! New harnesses in, truck back, and loaded up!  See you guys in the AM!

(http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w316/marx55/D4506B84-45CD-466A-86B5-28742F2425C1_zpssqxmspun.jpg) (http://s179.photobucket.com/user/marx55/media/D4506B84-45CD-466A-86B5-28742F2425C1_zpssqxmspun.jpg.html)

(http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w316/marx55/E97A7975-B42A-4E65-B420-AFD1B51A6EED_zps5id7sezf.jpg) (http://s179.photobucket.com/user/marx55/media/E97A7975-B42A-4E65-B420-AFD1B51A6EED_zps5id7sezf.jpg.html)

It'll be nice to meet see this rig in person. Might wanna put that trailer tire back on first though haha.


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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: patman on September 16, 2016, 08:23:18 PM
Jealous of y'all. Have fun
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: cru9 on September 16, 2016, 08:43:42 PM
Nothing yet in north  ga


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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on September 16, 2016, 09:35:05 PM
Depending on your path, you can likely find cheap fuel in Alabama.  I'll be stopping at one of these stores:

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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on September 16, 2016, 09:36:46 PM
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We'll be rolling around 7:00 see y'all soon
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on September 16, 2016, 09:40:33 PM
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We'll be rolling around 7:00 see y'all soon
Uh....white truck, WTF?
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on September 16, 2016, 10:37:54 PM
Game time decision. Came up tonight. Having drinks with Wes, Casey and Mark.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: cru9 on September 17, 2016, 05:51:06 AM
Danny back to a white truck and different wheels. Just wanted a change?


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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Jeepster1407 on September 17, 2016, 06:35:57 AM
Headed out now from Dahlonega


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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tjsahara00 on September 17, 2016, 06:39:36 AM
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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: marc72 on September 17, 2016, 07:03:00 AM
I think we'll be rollin' in around 9 local time.  See ya in a bit.
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: kent10sne1 on September 17, 2016, 08:15:36 AM
Yes guys have fun post pics for us stuck in RL.


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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: wiffle9 on September 17, 2016, 09:22:11 AM
Just got here. Any particular meeting spot?
Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on September 17, 2016, 09:42:58 AM
Right now we are just to the left at top entrance hill.

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Title: Re: SEPT 17TH : CHOCCOLOCCO ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tjsahara00 on September 17, 2016, 08:07:25 PM
Please post all pictures and stories here....

http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php/topic,15876.0.html (http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php/topic,15876.0.html)