Discover the land of rolling hills, mesas and valleys of the oak-filled savannah that is the Texas Hill Country. Locals from places like Dallas and Houston have been retiring in the hill country for decades, but can you blame them? With its local charm, rich cultural history and quaint beautify, the Texas Hill Country will steal your heart. Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating:   Epic Trip Length:    148 miles, 1.5-3 days for the THC Tour "main" route. Cons

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

The Cariboo-Chilcotin-Coast region of British Columbia contains some of the most wild and awe-inspiring wild lands in all of North America. Those that have been know, and those who may not be familiar with this region within Central B.C., will soon realize what they've been missing out on. Route Overview Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length: 190 miles Season: June - Early October Technical Rating: Green to blue. The Poison Mountain area has numerous sections that are of

A short drive from downtown Vancouver, Harrison Lake embodies the majestic beautify that British Columbia has become famous for. Snowcapped peaks, emerald green forests, and rivers and creeks gushing with fresh snow melt abound in this corner of BC. Route Overview Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length: 134 miles, 2-3 days Season: Year round, but May - October is recommended to avoid snow. Avg Trail Rating: 2 Peak Trail Rating: 3 Typical Terrain: Graded forest service road

In the far reaches of the Northern California Coast lies the Smith River NRA. Famous for its crystal clear rivers, salmon and steelhead fisheries, the Smith River and surrounding Klamath Mountains also have an impressive network of trails and dirt roads, along with some of the best camping in the North State. Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length:   246 miles, 4-6 days Season:  Late May through Early October (some roads are locked during the

Hidden in the north reaches of the province of British Columbia, Telkwa Pass attracts visitors from across the greater Pacific Northwest. With its Glaciers, waterfalls, and majestic alpine monoliths, you too may be planning an adventure to Telkwa Pass! Photo by @cruiseroftheland Route Overview Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length: 74 miles, 1.5 - 3 days Season: Late May to early October. Avg Trail Rating: 3 Peak Trail Rating: 5 Typical Terrain: Forest service roads and j

The Whipsaw is one of BC's most iconic off road trails, and for good reason. With its alpine views, crystal clear lakes, and numerous trail obstacles, the Whipsaw is an off roader's paradise. Photo by @cruiseroftheland Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating:   Epic Trip Length:    63 miles, 2-3 days Season:    June - Early October, but always check on trail conditions near the start or end of the season (snow). To avoid mosquitoes, August and September are the

At the western edge of Klamath-Siskiyou Provence features an abundance of wild rivers snake through one of the most biodiverse regions of conifers in the world. Here you'll find temperate rain forests that cling to the steep red rock mountain slopes comprised of serpentine, and some of the best salmon and steelhead fishing in the lower 48. Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating:   Epic Trip Length:   223 mi, 3-6 days Season: The best season is May - October

Explore the Red Rocks and allure of Sedona's canyon country. Deep into the mountains and overlooking Sedona and the Verde Valley region, the Sedona Backcountry Trail provides the perfect mix of recreation, relaxation and rejuvenation. ROUTE OVERVIEW Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length: 250 miles, 4-7 days Season: May - November. High elevation roads/trails towards the Flagstaff area may open earlier depending on seasonal snowpack. Coconino National F

The Devil's Road, a staple trail in the Sonoran desert for at least the last 1,000 years. The indigenous foot travelers of the past have been replaced by modern day explorers seeking out adventure in this corner of the unforgiving Sonoran desert. Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating:   Epic Trip Length:   130 miles, 1.5-3 days Season: Generally October thru early May. While summer travel is possible, the head often exceeds 110F in this part of the Sonoran d

In the far western corner of Texas the brooding Guadalupe Mountains rise up from the surrounding desert plains and prairies. Oft overlooked by travelers on the interstate, within the canyons and ridges of the Guadalupes lies a veritable outdoor wonderland gushing with an impressive variety of plant an animal life. Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating:   Epic Trip Length:    294 miles, 4-6 days Season:    Late April through November. Consider contacting Linc

With over 500 miles roads and dirt trails, Anza-Borrego is one of the premier overlanding and off roading destinations in Southern California, and for good reason. An expansive desert wilderness of 600,000 acres, the desert landscape in Anza-Borrego is comprised of washes, badlands, slot canyons, mud palisades and palm oases. This corner of the northern Sonoran desert is sure to awe you! Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating:   Epic Trip Length:  216 miles,

There's more to Baja than pristine beaches and surf breaks with perfect barrels. For those willing to venture off the beaten path, a series of hidden palm oases awaits, hidden in the rugged canyons and arroyos of the Sierra Juarez and Sierra de San Pedro Martir mountains. Route Overview Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length: 301 miles, 5-10 days Season: Year round, but October - May recommended to avoid excessive heat. Avg Trail Rating: 3 Peak Trail Rating: 5 Typical Terra

Epic desert bluffs and craggy mountains, ancient craters and massive dune fields, Saguaro Organ Pipe cacti alike. The Craters and Cacti Trail is unlike any overland route in the Southwest. Get your papers and passport and head down to Arizona's borderlands! Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating:   Epic Trip Length:   302 miles, 3-5 days Season:  R ecommended October - May to avoid excessive heat during warmer months. Digital Maps & GPX Files Download Digi

Just east of California-Arizona border lies the hidden wonders of the Kofa Wilderness. If you're hoping to get lost in the solitude and enchantment of Sonoran Desert, then the Kofa Wilderness is the experience you've been seeking. Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating:   Epic Trip Length:   223 miles, 4-6 days Season:  October - April is recommended to avoid excessive summer heat. Like most desert routes, avoid dirts roads and washes during and directly aft

Experience all of the wonder of the central Sierra with the Tahoe Backcountry Discovery Trail. Granite peaks, alpine meadows, crystal clear lakes and streams-- yes, the High Sierra has it all! Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating:   Epic Trip Length: 237 miles, 3-5 days days Season:    June - November (check with Tahoe NF for snow levels) Digital Maps & GPX Files Download Digital Mapping Files Tahoe Backcountry Discovery Trail If you need help working with

The Land of Enchantment and gateway to the Colorado Rockies. The Jemez Mountains of northern New Mexico are a hidden gem that is rich in Spanish colonial and pre-colonial history, hot springs, volcanism, and of course the majestic mesas and alpine peaks that form the southern most precipice of the Rocky Mountains. Route Overview Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length: 227 miles (3-5 days) Season: Late June - early October (check with the local National Forest regarding

The Georgia Traverse is the preeminent overland route of the American South. As you explore the hidden beauty of Northern Georgia, you'll soon find out there's a whole lot more to Georgia than just peaches and southern hospitality. Support Georgia Overland The Georgia Traverse was developed by Georgia Overland. If you find their route and site useful, please consider making a donation to help keep the site up. Ever since launching the site in January 2010, the owners of Geo

Many say the Pacific Northwest begins in the far northern reaches of California; a place that locals adoringly refer to as the State of Jefferson. Largely disconnected from the population centers to the south, it's a region filled with emerald forests, wild rivers and streams- where the granite monoliths of the northern Coastal ranges meet the lava flows and volcanic peaks of the Cascades. Route Overview Trip Length & Rating Adventure Rating:  Epic Trip Length:   3-6 days,

When one talks about overlanding in the United States, places like Colorado, Utah, and Arizona come up often. However, if one only looks from the Rockies and westward, they're certainly missing out on the jewell of the Southwest, the Ozark mountains. Route Contributor Ozark Overland Adventures was created by Matt McClellan and his wife, Cara, in 2015. Matt and Cara are dedicated to sharing their off-road adventures and educating others on how to wheel responsibly. They cu