Just a few shorts hours from Sacramento and the San Francisco Bay Area, the Mendocino National Forest is beloved by those who know its splendor. The crowds tend to flock to places like Lake Tahoe, the high Sierra, and Big Sur, leaving the Mendocino splendidly wild-- just the way we like it! Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length:   315 miles, 3.5-6 days Season: Late May - November (season may open earlier/later depending on snow levels. A

Explore Montana's classic overlanding route. 555 miles connecting Missoula, Helena, and Anaconda together by way of 12 mountain passes.

Venture beyond the familiar with the Nord-Taiga Traverse, one of North America's most exceptionally remote overland routes. Explore Quebec's untouched taiga, where industrial gravel roads lead to far-flung outposts and the chances of seeing other travelers are incredibly slim. This guide details your passage through truly wild, unforgiving terrain.

Explore Maine’s wild and remote North Maine Woods with this ultimate overland adventure. Spanning over 3.5 million acres, this privately managed backcountry offers a unique wilderness experience, from towering Mount Katahdin to hidden lakes, historic logging sites, and the Allagash River. Enjoy scenic stops, breathtaking views, and wildlife sightings while navigating gravel roads and remote campsites. Discover Maine’s natural beauty, including ghost trains and the infamous B-

Released in 2017, the 4-state Pacific Crest Overland Route became an instant classic and must-do for full time and experienced overlanders. The PCOR is one of the crown jewels of North America, highlight some of the most scenic and iconic sites along the West Coast. PCOR Overview The original development of the Pacific Crest Overland Route (PCOR) was spearheaded by a joint collaboration between Overland Journal (Expedition Portal) and Hema Maps. Chris Cordes, former editor

Straddling Highway 395, the Eastern Sierra Traverse showcases the High Sierra's rugged grandeur. The route traverses some of the highest elevation roads and trails in California. Come experience the eastern Sierra, and you'll see why John Muir called this his favorite mountain range. Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length: 4-8 days days, 249 miles Season: June to October. Depending on seasonal snowfall, trails may be open earlier or l

Big Bear is practically synonymous with Southern California Off Roading. But as popular of a destination as it is, the region has never had a well established overland track-- until now! Enter the 139 mile long Big Bear Overland Track, or simply the Big Bear Track , which features everything that folks from across the Southland have come to love about the region-- from its pine forests to Gold Fever history, desert vistas, Big Bear Lake, and a plethora of jeep tracks of all

At 8,000 feet deep, Hells Canyon is the deepest canyon in North America. The Snake River bisects the rugged volcanic landscape in one of...

The Mogollon Rim is one of the go to locations for local Arizonans looking to escape the desert heat. With its dramatic cliffs, serene lakes, and a rich history to discover, the rugged and beautiful Mogollon Rim is a gem thats promises an extraordinary experience for every nature enthusiast and adventure seeker. All photos courtesy of Matt Girgis featuring OTG member Dan Blanchard. Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length: 180 miles, 2-4 days

The Klamath-Siskyou has been called the wildest place on the West Coast-- a cornucopia of alpine scenery, snow capped peaks, wild and scenic rivers, and some of the best overland in the Pacific Northwest. Come see why this 11 million acre wilderness been proposed to be a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length: 311 miles, 3-6 days Season: Recommended June thru October to early November, but may vary depending on s

The Trans-Rockies Adventure Trail might just be the most epic overland track that traverses the heart of the Colorado Rockies and into the canyonlands of Utah, and finally through the Wasatch Mountains. Connecting Denver with Salt Lake City, the 935 mile track features nearly 700 miles of dirt through some of the most iconic mountain tracks and passes through the Rockies. Along the way, expect to be blown away with spectacular alpine views, majestic peaks, alpine lakes and

While lesser known than the San Juan Mountains to the south, the Flat Tops certainly aren't lacking in impressiveness or grandeur. The area gets its name from a series of table-top mountains that dominate the region. These unique geological formations were created by ancient volcanic activity and erosion over millions of years. Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length: 4-8 days, 298 miles miles (95% dirt) Season: Recommended mid-June to O

The Washington Cascades Adventure Route is the crown jewel of overland routes in western Washington. Over the course of 325 miles, the route highlights 4 peaks of the high Cascades including Mt Rainier. Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length:   325 miles, 4-8 days Season: June - October (can vary depending on snowpack at higher elevation trails). Digital Map & GPX Files Download Digital Mapping Files Washington Cascades Adventure Route If you

The Northern Cascades are filled with glaciated peaks and valleys, lush meadows and ancient forests. There's a reason these temperates rain forests have been attracting outdoor recreation users for hundreds of years. Want to experience some of the most iconic landscapes in the Washington Cascades? Then it sounds like you need to explore the Stampede Pass Adventure Route. Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length:   250 miles / 4-8 days Seaso

In the heart of central Oregon and Cascadia, lies the Lava Lands Overland Trail. Those seeking out emerald forests and the geological wonders created through volcanism will rejoice at this off road adventure. If snow capped volcanoes, lava flows, volcani craters, and lava caves are your thing-- well, hop in your rig and point it to central Oregon! Route Overview Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length: 245 miles / 4-8 days Season: Early to mid-summer to October (can vary d

With its dense rainforest and rugged mountains, the Olympic Peninsula contains some of the last explored lands in the lower 48. The Peninsula also happens to be a dream come true for adventurers and outdoor recreationists. At nearly 700 miles in length, the Olympic Traverse could easily keep the curious traveler busy for two weeks. Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating: Baja Trip Length:   680 miles / 6-12 days Season:  Typically late May - October. The ro

Nearly two years of work went into culminating the granddaddy of overland routes in California. The California Crest Trail is a 2,150 mile

Those seeking to experience some of the lower 48's most remote and pristine wildlands, may want to set aside a couple of weeks to explore the Idaho Traverse. With its lush alpine valleys, jagged snow capped peaks, and a plethora of Wild and Scenic Rivers , how can you say no to this overland jewel of the Pacific Northwest? Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating: Baja Trip Length:   860 miles, 1 - 2.5 weeks Season:  Late June/early July through November. C

If we had to pick the quintessential High Sierra overlanding route, this would be it! Snow capped granite peaks, a plethora of alpine lakes, rugged trails, and beautiful pine forests make the El Dorado Backcountry Discovery Trail one for the ages! Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating:   Epic Trip Length:   192 miles, 4-6 days Season: Typically late June through October. During year's of heavy snowfall, Forestdale Divide Road may not open until mid-summer.

An hour's drive north of Lake Tahoe lies a magical place known to locals simply as the Lost Sierra. The Lost Sierra was once home to some of the most prosperous gold districts in the country. Today people come to enjoy its alpine lakes, craggy mountain buttes, and to explore the remnants of its pioneer past. Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length:   204 miles, 4-8 days Season:   June - November (check with the local National Forest for snow c