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Pinnacles National Park East Entrance
Dramatic volcanic spires and talus caves make this the wild side of the Central Coast ranges — a…
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Overlanding Trails in California
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Kelso Dunes
The tallest sand dunes in the Mojave Desert, these 650-foot singing dunes offer spectacular sunrise views and desert…
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Hole-in-the-Wall Campground
A developed campground among volcanic rock formations in Mojave National Preserve, perfect for exploring the backcountry loop trails.
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Pearsonville 76 Station
Last reliable fuel stop before heading into the backcountry from Highway 395, serving overlanders bound for Death Valley…
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EasyPismo Beach to Oceano Dunes OHV Area
Drive on the beach legally in California
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ModerateJohnson Valley OHV Network
Birthplace of King of the Hammers racing
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ModerateOld Mojave Road
Historic desert crossing from river to railhead
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ModerateBackcountry Discovery Route – California (CABDR)
The Golden State's ultimate dirt highway
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DifficultSierras to Desert Trail
Alpine peaks to desert floor through mining history
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Bishop Shell Travel Center
Full-service fuel and resupply in Bishop, the primary staging town for Dusy-Ershim and Eastern Sierra adventures.