2025 Upcoming Adventures
Cashes Valley & Nimblewill Gap Rd July 5 VIP MEMBERS ONLY
Nimblewill Gap OHV Road is a 5.0-mile point-to-point trail near Dawsonville, Georgia. The northern half of the road is not maintained, with several spots of washouts that are
off-camber and slick. Towards the top
the mountain, the trail begins to get more rocky, with a few protruding rocks up to 18 inches and a few small rock shelves.
Cashes Valley Road is a 5.2 mile trail near Cherry Log, GA. This out-and-back trail crosses several streams and is considered as moderately challenging.
Trail Lead: Justin KempRequirements: Suitable for stock vehicles Trail Rating: 1-4 Permits: No
Location: Dawsonville, Ga
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Land between the Lakes Overlanding & Turkey Bay
July 17 - 20 VIP MEMBERS ONLY
Located in western Kentucky and northwestern Tennessee, the Land Between the Lakes is a vast recreational area renowned for its diverse landscapes and extensive system of trails, making it an ideal destination for over-landing.
The area offers a variety of camping options from dispersed camping to lakeside campsites.
Trail Lead: Kevin SwanSupport: Stuart "English" JefferiesRequirements: Suitable for stock vehiclesTrail Rating: Trail Rating 2-7 (for Turkey Bay)Permits: 1-3 day permit is $20Location: Murray, KY
We will spend time exploring the area and will make a short visit to Turkey Bay, which is a Jeep Badge of Honor Trail.
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Gulches ORV (VIP) August 15-17 VIP MEMBERS ONLY
Gulches ORV PARK is small nearly 80 acre off-road park in South Carolina.
The park has over 50 trails that range from easy and intermediate to difficult and "absolutely stupid” (direct quote from Gulches web page).
Home to o Jeep Badge of Honor Trail.
Trail Lead: Justin KempRequirements: 35s, 1 locker, winch pointsTrail Rating: 3-8Permits: Day Pass: $25 per vehicle;
Weekend Pass: $50 per vehicle
Location: 6850 Indian Mound Road, Waterloo, SC 29384
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SMOKEY MOUNTAIN 500 September 18-21, 2025 VIP MEMBERS ONLY
The Smokey Mountain 500 route spans approximately 500 miles, covering a mix of scenic byways, gravel roads, and forest service roads across Tennessee, North Carolina, and Georgia. . The route offers breathtaking views of the Smoky Mountains, including the Cherohala Skyway and Nantahala Lake.
The trail includes rough forest roads, water crossings, and potentially flooded sections, especially after rainfall. The Whitt Road and the Tallulah River, water crossings can be challenging depending on water levels.
The route offers breathtaking views of the Smoky Mountains, including the Cherohala Skyway and Nantahala Lake.
This will be an amazing 4-day overlanding trip you won’t forget!
Trail Lead: Kevin Swan
Support: Stuart Jefferies EnglishRequirements: Suitable for stock vehiclesTrail Rating: 1-4Permits: None Location: Map Link
https://www.advrider.com/f/threads/smokey-mountain-500.926507/
THE GEORGIA TRAVERSE Nov 13-16 2025
VIP MEMBERS ONLY
The Georgia Traverse is a 390-mile off-road adventure designed for Jeeps and other off-road vehicles, spanning across Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and ending at the Georgia/Alabama border.
There are numerous dispersed camping sites along the route, as well as developed campgrounds and quaint B&Bs.
Route is intended to be traveled from east to west, starting at Burrells Ford Road along the Georgia/South Carolina border. It winds through the Appalachian Mountains, the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, and the Cohutta Wilderness, offering breathtaking landscapes and diverse terrains.
The route includes about 226 miles of unpaved roads, featuring gravel, dirt, rocky, and muddy surfaces, while the remaining 164 miles are paved. While the trail is generally considered easy, some sections can be challenging, especially during adverse weather conditions or at water crossings like Charlie's Creek.
Trail Lead: Kevin SwanSupport: Stuart Jefferies EnglishRequirements: Suitable for stock vehiclesTrail Rating: 1-4Permits: None Location: See Map
https://www.overlandtrailguides.com/post/the-georgia-traverse
More details can be found at https://roadrashoffroad.com/overlanding-the-georgia-traverse/