Jeep Fun in the Mojave Desert (photos)
Measuring more than 25,000 square miles, the Mojave Desert occupies parts of California, Nevada, Arizona, and Utah; the vast majority of it unpaved and nearly empty. It is a great place to have some off-the-road fun.
1. Bullfrog Trail
The Bullfrog trail is located in the Mojave Desert, and it is the home for King of the Hammers, one of the toughest off-road races in the world. This trail features a mixture of sand dunes, steep mountains, rock slabs, and flat dry lakes. If you want the ultimate versatility on your next off-road trip, this one will offer everything you dream of.
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2. Steep Rock Climbing
The Bullfrog trail isn't known to be a playground for beginners, this trail features difficult, steep rock climbing, which is best tackled by an experienced off-roader. Experienced drivers recommend great tires, as well as a spotter when off-roading this trail. Other difficult trails near the Bullfrog trail are Cougar Buttes, Do or Die, and On The Rocks. These trails are rated "difficult," and they recommend lifted vehicles, and at minimum 33-inch tires.
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3. The Grass Valley Trail
For an easier off-roading experience, the Grass Valley Trail is 50 miles that allows for a fun, scenic drive. However, easy doesn't mean safe, and this trail goes through 50-miles of nothing, so be prepared with everything that you may need. Through this trail, you may spot an endangered squirrel species called the Mojave ground squirrel; try not to run it over.
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4. Night Camping
For the more adventurous off-roaders, camping is also available in the Mojave Desert. There are numerous places within the desert that permit roadside camping, where you will experience shining stars like never before, as well as nocturnal wildlife that you never hear in the city. The Kelbaker Road, north of l-40, has a granite pass that can be camped on, and Rainy Day Mine Site, 15 miles southeast of Baker on Kembaker road, has a sandy road that allows camping as well.
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5. The Mojave Trail
The Mojave Trail is a 140-mile trail, which was originally created by native Americans. This trail starts in Laughlin and goes all the way to Barstow. This special trail offers beautiful scenery that has never been spoiled by civilization. This trail goes through various types of terrain, from soft sand and river crossings, to narrow rocky trails and an open desert.
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6. Off the Map
Sure you can always follow the trails you find in the guide books, but some brave off-roaders like to make a path of their own. Although this is not recommended, if you are well prepared, you can have the adventure of a lifetime exploring unnamed parts of the desert. You simply never know what you will find in a land that no man has ever been through in who knows how long. This is best left for the extremely experienced off-roaders that own very capable 4x4 Jeeps. Remember, there is no room for mistakes when you're off the map.
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