3 Club Run in Bruneau

A Full Day of Fun

The 3 Club Run has become a Spring tradition among SW Idaho’s Clubs. The members of High Desert Off-Road, Idaho Off-Road, and Wild West Offroaders join forces to enjoy the hills around Bruneau, Idaho.

You choose from one of four runs, some of which are short enough to allow the group to do a different leg as well; those who do the Buggy Run often run the Rock Run afterword.

The Scenic Run

The Homesteader Trail meanders through a beautiful stretch of the Bruneau desert to a creek. Along the creek, you might find something exciting to photograph. Then, you’ll visit an old homestead for more photos. This trail proves to be scenic and worry-free for those who might be intimidated by a rock or two.

The Trail Run

Hooker Canyon earned it’s name many years ago. The first time a person takes their stock jeep on this trail they will be “hooked.” Others refer to the small canyon as Lizard Gulch. No matter what you call it, you’ll learn to navigate a waterfall, avoid land mine looking rocks, and get the chance to play in a big hole. Don’t let it scare you, this really is an easy trail.

The Rock Run

A Diff Hanger will stop you in your tracks. It will spill your drink and rattle your head. This trail is named for the numerous rocks sticking from the ground that will grab your differential and hold you tight. Stock tires will make this trail difficult, as you’ll want a bit of extra clearance to get through this 1 mile trail.

Following the hanger section, there is a tight left turn and climb. The turn is almost always a 3-pointer for the longer rigs, and sometimes more. You’ll enjoy a spotter to keep your tires out of the holes. No rock stacking here, let the driver find a way through.

The trail ends with a big V-shaped crack. You’ll set your driver-side tires up on the rock and crawl right on through. When you’ve made it to the top, you’ll regale yourself in your accomplishments and think “I’ll do the buggy run next time.”

The Buggy Run

To run the Gauntlet is to take part in a form of corporal punishment in which the party judged guilty is forced to run between two rows of soldiers, who strike out and attack him. *

The Boulder Dash is a buggy worthy trail that will guarantee a ding or two on your rig. If this sounds like fun to you, maybe you should see a doctor. Ah body shop that is, you’ll need it after this run.

Yet, if you survive, you’ll find yourself near the top of Diff Hanger and you’ll probably want to prove you have it all by going through backwards. We suggest you do.

The Details

Meeting Location – On the morning of the Run

Bruneau One Stop – Google Maps
45251 ID-51, Bruneau, ID 83604