Sierra Nevada · California

Rubicon Trail

Status Unknown Expert 6,800 ft ~22 miles granite/rock crawl

The Rubicon Trail is the most iconic 4WD trail in North America — a legendary 22-mile granite rock crawl through the Sierra Nevada that every serious overlander puts on their bucket list. Expect full days of crawling over massive granite boulders, deep water crossings at Scout Lake, and commitment moves that genuinely require skilled drivers and fully prepared rigs. This is not a confidence builder — it's the graduation exam. Lockers front and rear, 35"+ tires, and full armor are the standard kit.

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Difficulty
Expert
Elevation
6,800 ft
Surface
granite/rock crawl
Season
June–October
Length
~22 miles
Required Clearance
16"+ / lockers required / armor strongly recommended
Rig Notes
Legendary 22-mile rock crawl through Sierra Nevada granite.
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