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Georgia Overlanding: The Georgia Traverse vs. Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest

When you think about overlanding in Georgia, two names always surface: the Georgia Traverse and the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest (CONF). At a glance, they might seem like the same thing—forest service roads, mountain ridges, gravel connectors—but in practice, they deliver two very different styles of adventure. The Georgia Traverse is a backcountry highway across the […]

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Now available | The Overland Traveler’s Journal: A Field Companion for vehicle-based expeditions

I’ll be the first to admit it—I’m not some grizzled veteran of overland expeditions who’s spent years crawling across continents. I’m just a guy who has always been drawn to the road less traveled, to the idea of loading up a vehicle and chasing the horizon. But when I looked around for resources to help

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Jeep Finally Gives the Gladiator a V8: Here’s Why It Matters

For years, Gladiator owners have been asking for one thing: more power. Sure, the 3.6L Pentastar has been reliable, and the EcoDiesel had its fans, but deep down we all knew the Jeep truck deserved something more. Something louder. Something meaner. Something with a Hemi badge on the side. Well, Jeep just made it official—the

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Mississippi Trails, Routes, and Overland Destinations

Mississippi’s blend of winding backroads, forest trails, and river crossings makes it an underrated overlanding destination. From the pine-covered hills of the north to the coastal marshlands in the south, the Magnolia State offers plenty of overland-worthy routes. Explore our hand-picked maps, videos, and guides to plan your next Mississippi expedition. Page in development

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Florida Overlanding Trails, Routes, and Destinations

When most folks picture Florida, they think of beaches, theme parks, or spring training. But for the overlander, the Sunshine State is a canvas of sandy two-tracks, subtropical swamps, hidden springs, and pine flatwoods. Adventure here isn’t measured in elevation gain — it’s found in the challenge of sand, water crossings, and heat. At the

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South Carolina Trails, Routes, and Overland Destinations

South Carolina combines lowcountry coastal charm with rugged upstate mountain trails. Drive Francis Marion National Forest’s sandy tracks, explore the Blue Ridge foothills, or follow historic backroads through small Southern towns. We’ve gathered maps, videos, and guides to help fellow Jeepers and other adventurous overlanders find the best routes in and through the Palmetto State.

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Louisiana Trails, Routes, and Overland Destinations

Louisiana isn’t just bayous and beignets — it’s also home to hidden off-road treasures. Discover forest trails in Kisatchie National Forest, sandy riverbanks along the Red River, and scenic byways through Cajun Country. Our curated maps and videos help Jeepers and overlanders find unique routes and destinations in and through the Pelican State.

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North Carolina Trails, Routes, and Overland Destinations

From the smoky heights of the Blue Ridge to the remote river valleys of the Sandhills and Coast Range, North Carolina delivers overlanding diversity that rivals any state. Whether you’re cruising forest service roads in Pisgah and Uwharrie National Forests, exploring rugged loops in Nantahala, or carving through the Cape Hatteras backwoods, this guide gives

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Virginia Trails, Routes, and Overland Destinations

Virginia sits at the heart of Appalachian overlanding. With two massive National Forests, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and ties into the Mid-Atlantic Backcountry Discovery Route (MABDR), the state offers a mix of technical forest service roads, scenic ridge drives, and river valley camping. If you’re planning an expedition here, these are the three best overlanding

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