A Compilation of The Best Places to Go Off Roading This Summer
05-22-2012, 02:22 PM
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A Compilation of The Best Places to Go Off Roading This Summer
I originally wrote this compilation on our blog and is put together a bit better there at truckaddonsinsider so be sure to check it out there as well. Please comment with any big events I have missed. I had a lot of trouble finding a good list, so I figured i'll start it here and people can add to it.
With summer quickly approaching its time to start planning which off-road events you will be going to. There are hundreds of off road events around the country each summer, some big, some small. We will be breaking down the must see events by region in order to get you better prepared for what you need to see.
The northeast
Vermonster | Bradford, VT may 5th-6th & sept. 29th-30th- Is a family friendly event, boasting a number of small events. The Vermonster takes place in Bradford, VT May 5th -6th and September 29th -30th. With their 7th season of vermonster events, they have stepped their game up and have a hand full of monster trucks competing at the event. Other events include:
The Trench Deemed the most challenging deep mud hole in the North East. Trucks and other (vehicles) will attempt to make it through the fastest or furthest to win. 8 Classes of head to head mud racing, Rock Crawl & Rock Racing, Tuff Truck Competition, and Power wheel racing for kids.
Total Off Road Rally | Dresser WI, Memorial weekend -The MN Go 4-Wheelers and Trollhaugen Ski Resort in Dresser, WI are hosting this 44th annual memorial day weekend event. The weekend is full of fun for the entire family. The trails are rated from beginner to expert and all obstacles have a bypass if it is beyond your skill level, or if you just don’t want to wait in line for it. They will offer a number of events including: 4×4 Truck Pull, mud runs, trail riding, horsepower hill, rock garden, Frame twister, and the 3rd annual rock race.
Trucks Gone Wild at Kirby’s Kompound | upstate NY, June 23- Join Kirby’s Konpound in upstate NY as they welcome trucks gone wild for their June 23, muddy fun and Monster Mega Trucks. The Kompound offers hundreds of acres of off road entertainment. The terrain at Kirby’s Kompound offers something for beginners and advanced drivers alike. The park welcomes trucks and off road rigs of any size with tires of any size, from V tread to tractor tires, boggers all the way to even getting your street truck a little muddy.
South
Red Neck Yacht Club | south east FL, July 4th- The redneck yacht club was recently featured on outdoor TV’s ‘MudSlingers’. The club was originally built on an old potato farm in southeast Florida and opened in 2008. Even though it is relatively young, they have had no problem drawing in large crowds for their summer time events. The two biggest being Memorial Day weekend and the 4th of July weekend.
The weekend offers multiple events and amenities. They have an onsite lake and beach, truck wash, truck pulls, live concerts at night, mud bogs, trail riding, plenty of games and adult fun.
19th annual Gateway to the Cumberland’s | Cumberland, KY Oct 18th- 20th -
The majestic Cumberland Mountains are a fitting backdrop for this jeep Jamboree. Located on the bend of the
Cumberland River, the Williamsburg area is known for its amazing views, vast outdoor recreational activities, and the second-largest waterfall east of the Rockies. Just a couple hours south of the truckaddons head quarters, we can be the first to tell you that you will not find a more picturesque off road event anywhere in the country. The area offers numerous trails of varying difficulty that will lure you into the scenic woods. You’ll discover steep forested ridges, magnificent natural arches, and lush vegetation.
Cullman Alabama | Cullman Alabama, Nov 1st-3rd- Located 55 miles south of Huntsville in the Appalachian Mountains, Stony Lonesome OHV Park is one of Alabama’s hidden attractions and the only public motorized vehicle trail system in the state. Nearly 1,500 wooded acres will be your playground for this Jamboree. The park offers numerous trails of varying difficulty; a rock crawling area as well as plenty of amenities for adventures of all ages. Whether you’re seeking family fun or a thrilling adventure, there is something for everyone at the Cullman Alabama Jamboree.
Mid West
Top of The Ozarks | Seymour Missouri, May 10-12th – Explore the beautiful Ozark Mountains at the Southern Missouri Off-Road Ranch. There are 930 acres of rugged land and trails for everyone, including several mud and rock obstacles. Enjoy the mystical awakening from the snows of winter to the new blossoms and wildlife of spring. This heavily wooded area features plentiful streams, waterfalls, and wildlife. It’s easy to see how this natural beauty of the Ozarks captivated Lewis & Clark as they passed through this scenic area over 200 years ago
West
ALL-4 Fun | Empire Colorado, July 28th-Aug 3rd- The All-4-Fun experience continues to be one of the top family 4-wheeling events in the country, and offers a weeklong family oriented 4-wheeling adventure in the Colorado Rockies. This is the 46th annual event held in Empire Colorado JULY 28th- August 3rd, which means they must be doing something right. The 4×4 roads and trails around Empire range offer something for every level of driver and passenger. Wednesday is set aside as a day of relaxation and a time to visit with the exhibiting vendors. Thursday evening is door prize and raffle night where each paid registered driver has an opportunity to win door prizes provided by the contributing vendors of this event. The best part of the event is that proceeds from the All-4-Fun event allow Mile High Jeep Club to continue making annual contributions to Children’s Hospital’s Burn Camp, and to land use projects.
High Desert Round up | Anderson Dry Lake California, May 25-28th -The Hi Desert Round-up is a fund raising event for California Association of 4 Wheel Drive Clubs Inc. The event is four days of off-roading, games, food and fun. The Hi Desert Round-up will now take place in Anderson Dry Lake in Johnson Valley. It is a popular fun-filled getaway weekend for singles, couples and families who enjoy camping, four-wheeling, playing games, winning prizes and just going out to relax away from the city. The terrain is from sandy to extremely rocky, from flat washes to monster hills so be prepared for some great four-wheeling fun.
With summer quickly approaching its time to start planning which off-road events you will be going to. There are hundreds of off road events around the country each summer, some big, some small. We will be breaking down the must see events by region in order to get you better prepared for what you need to see.
The northeast
Vermonster | Bradford, VT may 5th-6th & sept. 29th-30th- Is a family friendly event, boasting a number of small events. The Vermonster takes place in Bradford, VT May 5th -6th and September 29th -30th. With their 7th season of vermonster events, they have stepped their game up and have a hand full of monster trucks competing at the event. Other events include:
The Trench Deemed the most challenging deep mud hole in the North East. Trucks and other (vehicles) will attempt to make it through the fastest or furthest to win. 8 Classes of head to head mud racing, Rock Crawl & Rock Racing, Tuff Truck Competition, and Power wheel racing for kids.
Total Off Road Rally | Dresser WI, Memorial weekend -The MN Go 4-Wheelers and Trollhaugen Ski Resort in Dresser, WI are hosting this 44th annual memorial day weekend event. The weekend is full of fun for the entire family. The trails are rated from beginner to expert and all obstacles have a bypass if it is beyond your skill level, or if you just don’t want to wait in line for it. They will offer a number of events including: 4×4 Truck Pull, mud runs, trail riding, horsepower hill, rock garden, Frame twister, and the 3rd annual rock race.
Trucks Gone Wild at Kirby’s Kompound | upstate NY, June 23- Join Kirby’s Konpound in upstate NY as they welcome trucks gone wild for their June 23, muddy fun and Monster Mega Trucks. The Kompound offers hundreds of acres of off road entertainment. The terrain at Kirby’s Kompound offers something for beginners and advanced drivers alike. The park welcomes trucks and off road rigs of any size with tires of any size, from V tread to tractor tires, boggers all the way to even getting your street truck a little muddy.
South
Red Neck Yacht Club | south east FL, July 4th- The redneck yacht club was recently featured on outdoor TV’s ‘MudSlingers’. The club was originally built on an old potato farm in southeast Florida and opened in 2008. Even though it is relatively young, they have had no problem drawing in large crowds for their summer time events. The two biggest being Memorial Day weekend and the 4th of July weekend.
The weekend offers multiple events and amenities. They have an onsite lake and beach, truck wash, truck pulls, live concerts at night, mud bogs, trail riding, plenty of games and adult fun.
19th annual Gateway to the Cumberland’s | Cumberland, KY Oct 18th- 20th -
The majestic Cumberland Mountains are a fitting backdrop for this jeep Jamboree. Located on the bend of the
Cumberland River, the Williamsburg area is known for its amazing views, vast outdoor recreational activities, and the second-largest waterfall east of the Rockies. Just a couple hours south of the truckaddons head quarters, we can be the first to tell you that you will not find a more picturesque off road event anywhere in the country. The area offers numerous trails of varying difficulty that will lure you into the scenic woods. You’ll discover steep forested ridges, magnificent natural arches, and lush vegetation.
Cullman Alabama | Cullman Alabama, Nov 1st-3rd- Located 55 miles south of Huntsville in the Appalachian Mountains, Stony Lonesome OHV Park is one of Alabama’s hidden attractions and the only public motorized vehicle trail system in the state. Nearly 1,500 wooded acres will be your playground for this Jamboree. The park offers numerous trails of varying difficulty; a rock crawling area as well as plenty of amenities for adventures of all ages. Whether you’re seeking family fun or a thrilling adventure, there is something for everyone at the Cullman Alabama Jamboree.
Mid West
Top of The Ozarks | Seymour Missouri, May 10-12th – Explore the beautiful Ozark Mountains at the Southern Missouri Off-Road Ranch. There are 930 acres of rugged land and trails for everyone, including several mud and rock obstacles. Enjoy the mystical awakening from the snows of winter to the new blossoms and wildlife of spring. This heavily wooded area features plentiful streams, waterfalls, and wildlife. It’s easy to see how this natural beauty of the Ozarks captivated Lewis & Clark as they passed through this scenic area over 200 years ago
West
ALL-4 Fun | Empire Colorado, July 28th-Aug 3rd- The All-4-Fun experience continues to be one of the top family 4-wheeling events in the country, and offers a weeklong family oriented 4-wheeling adventure in the Colorado Rockies. This is the 46th annual event held in Empire Colorado JULY 28th- August 3rd, which means they must be doing something right. The 4×4 roads and trails around Empire range offer something for every level of driver and passenger. Wednesday is set aside as a day of relaxation and a time to visit with the exhibiting vendors. Thursday evening is door prize and raffle night where each paid registered driver has an opportunity to win door prizes provided by the contributing vendors of this event. The best part of the event is that proceeds from the All-4-Fun event allow Mile High Jeep Club to continue making annual contributions to Children’s Hospital’s Burn Camp, and to land use projects.
High Desert Round up | Anderson Dry Lake California, May 25-28th -The Hi Desert Round-up is a fund raising event for California Association of 4 Wheel Drive Clubs Inc. The event is four days of off-roading, games, food and fun. The Hi Desert Round-up will now take place in Anderson Dry Lake in Johnson Valley. It is a popular fun-filled getaway weekend for singles, couples and families who enjoy camping, four-wheeling, playing games, winning prizes and just going out to relax away from the city. The terrain is from sandy to extremely rocky, from flat washes to monster hills so be prepared for some great four-wheeling fun.
Last edited by E_f150; 05-22-2012 at 04:52 PM.
