/r/overlanding
Dedicated to the spirit of adventure
Welcome to r/Overlanding
Dedicated to the spirit of adventure — Get out there!
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Rule 1 - Be Kind, Be Respectful
Remember the human behind the screen. Focus on sharing your passion for adventuring outdoors positively and respectfully. Toxicity, harassment, or hate in any form isn't tolerated.
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This community focuses on the spirit of adventure regardless of how you label it—overlanding, boondocking, dispersed camping, off-roading, or something else.
Discussions should revolve around overlanding, including the vehicles, mods, tools, and creature comforts that support it.
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- No NSFW content.
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Spam and direct sales are prohibited. This includes selling or advertising vehicles, dealership inventory, parts, or accessories. URL shorteners and affiliate links are not allowed in posts or comments; always use the original URL.
However, exceptions are made for:
- Community-organized sales events, such as group buys approved by moderators
- Use of official URL shorteners by the originating company (e.g., amzn.com for Amazon)
Rule 8 - No Politics or Political Content
Keep discussions free of political topics, references to political figures, or content that could be seen as politically charged.
Rule 9 - English-Only Content
All posts and comments must be in English to ensure clear communication and accessibility for our community members.
Rule 10 - Moderator Discretion Applies
We acknowledge that not every situation fits neatly within these guidelines.
Moderators reserve the right to make rule exceptions based on the content's unique value, relevance, or potential impact on the community. This flexibility ensures our subreddit remains dynamic and responsive to its members' interests and the evolving nature of overlanding.
We appreciate your understanding that moderation is not always black and white.
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The Great Basin Heritage Trail: North America’s Next Iconic Overland Route?
This past October, I joined a small group to explore the vast and enigmatic Great Basin. This sprawling desert, covering much of Nevada and half of Utah, is a place where water never reaches the ocean—it simply evaporates or sinks into the ground. While many think of the Great Basin as empty and desolate, it’s anything but. The desert is alive with hidden treasures waiting to be discovered.
The Basin and Range province defines much of the region. If you’ve explored Death Valley, you’ve only scratched the surface of what this rugged terrain has to offer. Wild horses and desert pronghorn streak across open plains. Hidden hot springs, expansive salt flats, dry lake beds, impossibly dark skies, rugged drivable canyons, and remote ghost towns make this one of the most extraordinary landscapes in the lower 48. After traveling over 2,100 miles across four states in two unforgettable weeks, the experience left an indelible mark on me.
Our journey took us to places that felt untouched by time. We stood in awe at the site of Project Faultless, a nuclear test site whose haunting scars whisper stories of the Cold War. We climbed to an isolated hermit's cabin tucked high in the rugged hills, a testament to the resilience—and solitude—of desert life. One night, we camped beside the jagged rim of a massive volcanic crater, the silence only broken by the faint wind. Another day, we marveled at the raw, teeming energy of a giant geothermal vent, its steaming plumes rising like a beacon against the desolate horizon.
While iconic tracks like the Pacific Crest Overland Route, East Mojave Heritage Trail, and Continental Divide each have their own allure, the Great Basin Heritage Trail offers a solitude unique to the Great Basin. There’s something profoundly spiritual and sublime about being immersed in the endless expanse of the sagebrush ocean.
Watch Part I of our experience along the Great Basin Heritage Trail on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ac9lrkmBn2I
00:58 UTC
My Pajero Gen 3 in New South Wales
00:37 UTC
Molle Storage Container for 2 Burner
I may not explain this correctly, but I’m looking for a molle plastic bin/ container that can carry my Coleman 2 Burner Classic in. I’ve thought about a swing our box, but since I carry my kayak sometimes in the truck bed, I’d like something that I can store the stove and some other items where they will be up against the truck bed out of the way.
I’m in outside sales and sometimes cook lunch whole out in the road, so I’ll have this and a few other items at all times with me.
22:01 UTC
Good overlanding youtube channels?
Looking for a good overlanding channel. Something not super edited with constant "inspirational" voice overs, forced walkie talkie banter, and constant music playing.
I want the Outdoor Boys equivalent to overlanding essentially haha. I just want to watch the adventure, hear some thoughts one what's going on as they go about it, maybe see them talk about some gear and how to use it, and see obstacles overcome without constant music and 20 different angles/cuts while they describe how dangerous it is.
I like Matt's Offroad Recovery a lot, but they aren't exactly camping and stuff.
My truck for attention.
12:13 UTC
Vevor 5kw Diesel Heater - 3inch to 4inch ducting adapter question
03:30 UTC
Hard shell vs soft shell tent?
Speaking of RTTs of course.
Leaning towards hardshell as it just seems like a better option and more durable on long trips as well as potentially not killing mpg as much on the long hauls.
Pros and cons of each?
03:22 UTC
Cheapest off-road vehicle?
Something cheap yet reliable with the ability to go anywhere?
01:00 UTC
Power stations - are diy still cheaper?
I am in the market for a power station. No solar, just a generator to charge it. Somewhere around 2000wh. With the sales on the prebuilt systems from bluetti, jackery, and eco flow. I can buy a prebuilt 2000wh system for 900 dollars. I can’t seem to piece together a diy solution for cheaper than that. Or at least cheap enough to make it enticing when you get a warranty and bonus features in a nicely packaged system. Am I missing something or has the market changed?
00:31 UTC
Best overlanding in the SouthEast US
I hear tons about the western/northwestern overlanding in the US. What are the best places into the Southeast for overlanding?
23:28 UTC
What are some older and reliable (EU available) cars for 5000-8000€?
Hi,
I have a Mercedes 308D campervan which I love due to it's simplicity, available parts and repairability. I also want to get my next project, a more serious overlandig vehicle, but with the similar soul of my Mercedes van. I'm not a mechanic but I learned a lot with my Merc.
What are my 4x4 options? I plan to put a roof top tent and it needs to have enough space for two adults, a dog, and equipment. Plan is overlanding through the Balkans.
21:22 UTC
TVIP for Argentina
I am about to send an old Toyota Tacoma I recently acquired from the US to Chile for an extended road trip and have a question regarding the Argentine TVIP requirement.
I read somewhere that in order to obtain a TVIP, you have to show Argentine customs that you have owned the vehicle for at least theee months before it was exported.
I have only owned this vehicle for about three weeks. Will this be a problem? I don't know if this is a requirement only for vehicles shipped directly into Argentina, or if it applied also to vehicles driven across the border.
Anyone know? I don't see any such requirement for Chile, only possibly for Argentina.
Thanks very much for any advice!!
19:45 UTC
Warm weather during the winter? Where do you go?
Looking for some possible trip locations for January/February but it's definitely gonna be cold out west. Does anyone have any good winter camping location recommendations that are not sub freezing temps?
18:51 UTC
Northern Arizona/southern Utah in Winter
Anybody deeply familiar with this area ?
How is the BLM or NF camping and backcountry?
I drove through years ago and remember it being mostly highways with established campgrounds. Looking to get off the beaten track in January. Thinking of exploring this area
15:48 UTC
The inside of my new camper is coming out together super sweet.
Putting together the ModCap by Alu-Cab and my Jeep Gladiator. Almost done with everything. Working on the last few details.
02:51 UTC
Need opinions: Salvage or Scrap?
Backstory: So, I currently have a 2018 SR5 that I have put on a 3” Bilstein lift, r17 285s and have taken it all over and it has been so much fun. The thing is invincible. Seriously, you don’t need all the mods you think you do. I’m based in Southwest CO and I’ve done just about all of it… find some friends and get out there!
With that being said – this is my only car. So, I have always wanted to venture out and get something older (been really looking at 2004-6 LX470s…. I don’t know why but I am in love with them right now) so I can start REALLY building a vehicle that I can get to places I wouldn’t have ever dared try with my DD. I would love to not worry about bumps here and there and scratches and whatnot….
CONVIENENTLY – my soon to be wife has a 2003 4.7 V8 4wd runner that she just hit 300k miles on hit. Ill be honest, this thing is a piece of work. She has not taken care of it at all whatsoever. Multiple times she has let it go way past on oil changes… I just did her filters for her for the first time in 7 years. I try to do what I can to help, but it seems as if once we do one thing – another comes up (I get it, its an old car..) but what worries me is that she hasn’t taken care of it at all.
She plans to get a new car next year, they probably will offer her 2k for this one as trade in credit. Even in Colorado, they will see that it has not been taken care of.
I consider myself handy enough to get things done, as long as I have instructions. I have tools, I have replaced batteries, sparkplugs, headlights, roof racks, back up cameras, lock actuators, complete door assembly, added a 3” suspension lift myself, added runners on the bottom… pretty much, if it doesn’t have to be hoisted in the air and there are clear instructions – I can do it.
But now after getting her new tires (got her some all-terrains) and fixing the boot kits, I took it to try and get aligned and they are telling me that the tie rod is seized on the driver’s side and they need to replace that in order to do an alignment. Also, her transfer case is leaking pretty bad and may need all the gaskets replaced. I looked up videos of both and I fear they may be out of my realm of work.
So my question is… Should I put the money into this car at this point? I will need to add a suspension lift, new rims and tires, and probably will be replacing transfer case and timing belt very soon… and who knows what else could happen. OR should I start looking for something used that has been taken care of and start with that? Maybe somewhere between a 2002-2008 4runner or LX/GX? That way maybe get something a tad newer.. a tad less miles… and from an owner who has paperwork to show they maintained it?
I know there are people who have gone both routes here and I would love to hear some input…
Thanks in advance!
02:29 UTC
Ford Explorer
02:02 UTC
Bachelor Party
Hi all,
I’m getting married in June (2025) and am planning my bachelor party for late May (2025). There will be 10 of us going using 5 -6 vehicles. My friends and I all have experience with overlanding and dispersed camping. Some more than others, but most of us have minimum 2 years doing this. My issue is, I’m normally not the one to plan the trips.
I’m based in Southern California and we’re all willing to drive 8 hours to get to a solid fun spot. We’ve done Big Sur, Yosemite, Mojave, Sedona, and Idyllwild. A bucket list trip would be the Lost Coast Trail.
Are there any recommendations for a great place to celebrate? We’re planing 5 days total I’m either looking for forest/woods or coastal.
TIA!
21:43 UTC
GFC vs Dirtbox vs Alu Cab Topper
Looking to get just a regular topper with a side cabinet (turbo cubby for example).
Which should I get? GFC, Dirtbox or Alu Cab?
I plan to have a side cabinet for tools & recovery gear. I will have some mountain bikes in the back so the cabinet will help utilize some hard to reach spaces. Will also have some drawers. All going on a Ford F150.
Thanks everyone!
19:48 UTC
Do you build your rig for the journey, or the destination?
I asked a smilar question in the truck camper subreddit and they suggested that I come on over here!
I want to be able to explore Colorado, Alaska, and everywhere inbetween. I like the idea of a wetbath, a place to work with a Starlink (I work remotely), a place to cook, and sleep. I need space for two and a dog, and need it to be able to withstand some colder temps. Would love to be able to boondock for a week or two. Thinking of grabbing a truck camper. But how much would something like an 4x4 F-350 SRW / Cirrus 820 / Arctic Fox 865 limit me on those off roads? The comparison between something like a half ton and a full ton is sometimes the backcountry roads a smaller, nimbler vehicle could reach. If I do want to boondock, how many paths, realistically, would I exclude myself from, which are too narrow, too precarious, too short, too rocky, too treed, too steep, or too unsupportive, etc. if I got something like an F-350 with a 4,000lb+ camper? Should I compromise on some of my wants and look more towards a Tacoma and Kimbo to be able to worry less about the trail? Do you build your rig for the journey, or the destination?
19:13 UTC