Get ready for the challenges that may come your way when you decide to go on an overland camping trip.
Overland adventures offer endless recreational activities and experiences. Selecting the right overland route or trail is vital for such activities. Moreover, choosing the best vehicle for overlanding is just as important. After all, it is the safest bet for being self-sufficient in any part of the world. Buying or renting an off-road trailer from renowned travel trailer manufacturers well built for the wilderness should be another priority. These trailers will help you out tremendously in such challenging circumstances.
Plan your trip by choosing the best equipment to ensure you enjoy every bit of your overland adventure.
Overland Camping Routes to Choose from
Here are some places you can refer to for your next adventure:
1. Outer Banks, North Carolina
Just off the coast of North Carolina, a chain of barrier islands is located along the Atlantic Ocean, giving the visitors an amazing overland route. These routes can easily be crossed in a 4x4 vehicle with the right tire pressure.
2. Death Valley, California
This is one of the warmest and driest places in North America with off-highway trails. With the right equipment, an individual can explore great geologic and human history here. The best vehicle for overlanding here is a stock SUV which can be used to access most of these trails with the help of a skilled driver.
3. Moab, Utah
It is viewed as the game of wheeling’s Mecca in the United States. It has off-road camping trails with varying lengths and difficulties, making it suitable for everyone.
4. Black Bear Pass, Colorado
Colorado is home to many off-road trips in the US. Black Bear Road has tight bends, loose terrain, and falling rocks but the views of Ingram, Bridal Veil Falls, and Telluride make up for the challenges.
5. Mojave Road, California
Located mostly within the Mojave National Preserve, it is as if you have traveled back in time and you are following the path of Native Americans and early settlers of California. It is not technically difficult but does cross deep sand, sharp rocks, and deserted areas, making it a challenging but fun overlanding trail for beginners.
6. Morrison Jeep Trail, Wyoming
It is known for its 27 tight switchbacks with exquisite scenery which can be accessed by a 4x4 vehicle. After paralleling the Clarks Fork River, a 2,000-foot climb starts and you reach the stunning high country of Wyoming and Montana. This overland trip will have several trails in the area, making the domestic trip enjoyable for everyone.
7. Border to Border
Steering from the Mexican border to the Canadian border, almost entirely on dirt. Going past land closures, adding in a few side trips, and extending the run will help you complete this heroic overland adventure.
8. Rubicon Trail, California
It is considered one of the best wheeling trails in the world. Rubicon Trail is known for its amazing scenery and interesting hurdles. Anyone who has taken this overland route will argue that it should be number one on every wheeler’s bucket list.
9. Lewis and Clark Trail, North Dakota
You can experience great views of North Dakota’s wilderness and an overlook of the Missouri River. Combining history with adventure in this overland trip is an amazing way to explore the United States.
Choosing the Best Vehicles for Overlanding
Now that you know the best overland routes to take for your adventure, you need a suitable overlanding vehicle to execute your plan smoothly. Getting a camper that matches the road and weather conditions of your destination is going to make your off-road trip trouble-free.
Boreas makes off-road campers who expect the unexpected. These are versatile, low maintenance, and ready to go immediately. A high-quality vehicle like this that works great in all weather conditions can make your overland camping trip more memorable.
Final Verdict
Whether you are looking for a short or multi-month overland adventure, domestic trips are a great idea - some of the best overland routes are located here. We have brought forward the best 9 overland routes you can choose from.
These routes have varying degrees of difficulty. Under ideal conditions, you can cover most of these with a 4x4. In other cases, traveling in a camper that is well-equipped for such trips is a smart choice. Choose the right overland trip for yourself with the right equipment.
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Joyce K.
I love my Teardrop from Into the Wild. It is up to any adventure, large or small. We have slept comfortably in rest stops in WY and the middle of nowhere UT. We have traveled for weeks, the kitchen has been great! The...
I love my Teardrop from Into the Wild. It is up to any adventure, large or small. We have slept comfortably in rest stops in WY and the middle of nowhere UT. We have traveled for weeks, the kitchen has been great! The awning and three-sided room gives us a place to clean up after a day in the wild! Matt provides incredible support, answering questions and tweaking anything that is needed.
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Nick D.
Matt builds an absolutely first-rate trailer. After months and months of research, I am confident in saying that the Boreas XT is one of, if not the best thought-out offroad travel trailers on the market. I'm consiste...
Matt builds an absolutely first-rate trailer. After months and months of research, I am confident in saying that the Boreas XT is one of, if not the best thought-out offroad travel trailers on the market. I'm consistently amazed at how well everything functions whether it's the interior shelf-turned-bunk for our toddler, the hot water shower, or the slide out fridge, stove, and sink in the galley. It also tows very smoothly and has handled some pretty rocky Colorado trails already this season. Matt has also been great about post-sale support, answering texts and email questions right away. We're extremely happy with our choice to buy from Into the Wild Overland!
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Nicci M.
Best decision made, worth the money hands down. Matt is great to work with and always makes sure his campers are top notch and work properly.
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If you’re looking for a way to get away, check these out. Our Boreas has been one of the best purchases we’ve made. We keep it loaded and ready to go so we can get to the mountains at moments notice. Our trailer has h...
If you’re looking for a way to get away, check these out. Our Boreas has been one of the best purchases we’ve made. We keep it loaded and ready to go so we can get to the mountains at moments notice. Our trailer has helped us get further away and to get out more frequently.
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Shan M.
Owning a Boreas XT and working with Matt has been a pleasure! Customer service runs neck and neck with producing a quality product. From campgrounds in the Sawtooths, and friendly driveways in Haden ID, weeks out in N...
Owning a Boreas XT and working with Matt has been a pleasure! Customer service runs neck and neck with producing a quality product. From campgrounds in the Sawtooths, and friendly driveways in Haden ID, weeks out in Northern B.C., way, way off road Utah, and my parent’s backyard. We have found the design to be sturdy, efficient and fun to live in. The square (as opposed to curved) kitchen cover provides shelter to cook and sit even in rainy weather. The solar power system is just the right size for long-term camping. The independent suspension, unique hitch, and trailer brakes make it a dream to handle in the roughest off-road conditions. The well-balanced design makes it solid, comfortable and safe towing at freeway speeds, even in wind and weather. Thanks Into The Wild Overland for our home away from home!
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Franklin C.
We bought our trailer in May and we couldn’t be happier. I toured the shop before I bought and I saw the dedication they took to make a quality trailer. The build quality and materials are all very impressive. We have...
We bought our trailer in May and we couldn’t be happier. I toured the shop before I bought and I saw the dedication they took to make a quality trailer. The build quality and materials are all very impressive. We have already towed it 1000 miles and slept in it six nights. We can back it into a spot and have camp completely set up, dinner started, and a beer in hand in under ten minutes. The other great thing about the trailer is it has better ground clearance than my truck and it can go anywhere my truck does with ease. We’ve already had it on some fun trails. Finally, everyone has been great after the sale. I had a minor issue and they just had me bring it by the shop and they fixed it in ten minutes while we waited. Love the trailer and love that I can rep such a great local company.
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Diane M.
We have had a Boreas XT for over a year and absolutely love it. Our adventures have tripled since we got it and already have several more trips planned for this year as well as a trip to Alaska for next year. We have...
We have had a Boreas XT for over a year and absolutely love it. Our adventures have tripled since we got it and already have several more trips planned for this year as well as a trip to Alaska for next year. We have had the pleasure of meeting Matt personally and have used his team for a few upgrades. You can't find a more pleasant group of people who work for Matt. They are continuously looking to make improvements and have been helpful in some of the upgrades we did on our own. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend them for supplying you with one of your own to take on your own adventures.
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Bill M.
We have now had our Boreas XT for a year with some 3000 miles towing (Ford F-150 4X4) on various surfaces. We very much enjoy the life style made easy by this rugged trailer with its well designed accomodations and c...
We have now had our Boreas XT for a year with some 3000 miles towing (Ford F-150 4X4) on various surfaces. We very much enjoy the life style made easy by this rugged trailer with its well designed accomodations and convencies. Truly a four season trailer. Warm and cosy in the winter. Even in the hot and humid southeast (coastal Mississippi) the trailer's roof fan and insulation make for a comfortably cool night's sleep. But even more... the support offered by Matt (the owner) is truly exceptional. His availability and eager assistance has now, and am sure will in the future, given us confidence in a long term relationship.
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Christina C.
I don't usually take the time to post reviews, but I feel compelled to do so for this product and the owner Matt. We researched diligently to find just the right camp trailer for a year before we settled on the Boreas...
I don't usually take the time to post reviews, but I feel compelled to do so for this product and the owner Matt. We researched diligently to find just the right camp trailer for a year before we settled on the Boreas XT. We were fortunate to find one used and jumped on it promptly, and do not regret our decision. It is just the right size and functionality for our needs and has made camping even more of a treat than when we had to pack half of the house up to enjoy the outdoors. We are able to store it in a regular parking spot at our home and maneuvering it is very easy. Matt did not benefit from our purchase financially since we purchased it used from someone who moved to Florida, but he has answered every question we have, provided guidance, and generally been responsive within 24 hours of every request we sent his way. He truly stands behind his product. Thank you Matt
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Matt B.
Amazing company, customer service, and product! I knew going into this trailer purchase that I was interested in the Boreas XT. After dealing some with Adam and Maggie I was very drawn to the company and product, with...
Amazing company, customer service, and product! I knew going into this trailer purchase that I was interested in the Boreas XT. After dealing some with Adam and Maggie I was very drawn to the company and product, without ever seeing one in person. I won't say that the service provided sold me on the camper entirely, but it did pursuade me to make a deposit on one and travel 10 hours to see it. Seeing the camper in person, and doing my thorough inspection, I was truthfully trying to find a reason not to buy it and continue searching for the right camper for me. I couldn't find that reason and brought the camper home happier then I could have imagined. I went over that trailer 3 times at the dealership and a dozen more since it has been home and I cannot find anything but excellent craftsmanship, which far exceeded my expectations considering the reputation travel trailers typically have. This camper is on an entire new level. It easily fits everything we need for our trips, it is self sufficient, I have no worries of reliability, and it fits in my standard garage! I will continue putting the camper through its paces, but even if an issue were to arise I know I have that amazing customer support that attracted me in the first place to lean on. Thank you guys for the killer product!
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We’ve had two trips in our new Boreas XT and absolutely love it!! It’s everything we wanted when it comes to size, weight and functionality. We have 4 more big trips planned through the rest of the year and can’t wait to spend more time in it. Also we’re both tall, my husband is 6’3 and I’m 6’0 and we both fit so comfortably in the bed and under the galley door when it’s open. We couldn’t be happier!
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Michelle G.
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I purchased my 2019 Boreas MXT in March of this year from Adam at B&B RV in Denver. It was a used unit. I brought it up to Alaska in May. I was able to stop by the shop in Arvada and meet Matt and Maggie. While at their shop, Matt had one of his techs come out and do a quick run through on the camper prior to the long road trip. He inspected the camper and not only installed one of their fire extinguishers, but addressed a few other minor details as nothing more than a courtesy. Matt clearly takes pride in his campers and build them with ability, functionality, comfort and longevity in mind. I can't say enough about the quality of this camper and the amazing customer service I receive (yes, receive, not just received) from both Matt and Adam! After owning and using my Boreas MXT for an entire summer up here in Alaska, I can honestly say I would buy this camper 10 times over. This is the first overland camper of its kind up here and she gets a lot of attention. I am ALWAYS happy to give people the tour and recommend it for the quality and the service!
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Ken W.
I got this trailer earlier in the year before this COVID mess and finally got to take it out. I’m so glad I got the Boreas XT compared to other tear drop trailer competitors. This is a solId, well built trailer that...
I got this trailer earlier in the year before this COVID mess and finally got to take it out. I’m so glad I got the Boreas XT compared to other tear drop trailer competitors. This is a solId, well built trailer that’s well made and durable enough to take on any trail and I’m sure it will last years to come.
Having this trailer is a great way to escape from the COVID mess and find a quiet place to relax and escape from the crowds. The components Mike chose for the camper are good quality and well thought out, allowing for a relaxing camping trip without having to worry about breaking down in some remote area.
I highly recommend this trailer if you’re looking for a top quality trailer that you can put in your garage and take it out at a moment’s notice.
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Matt M
Our Boreas camper is awesome!.. It's so easy to tow, we can be set up in camp in a handful of minutes and I sleep better in the Boreas than I do at home!.. we've taken it for week long trips off the grid and it's so a...
Our Boreas camper is awesome!.. It's so easy to tow, we can be set up in camp in a handful of minutes and I sleep better in the Boreas than I do at home!.. we've taken it for week long trips off the grid and it's so amazing to have chilled beverages in the cooler and a hot shower after a day of hiking!
Matt and Adam and the rest of the team do awesome work - we had one tiny warranty issue and we also took it back for some upgrades and in both cases, they did great work and even did more than we asked them to do... they stand behind the product 100%.
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Sarah F.
Excellent quality camper - built locally in Colorado. wonderful community of people who love their campers! Many years of fun and camping made easy.. hot water shower.. WHAT?? So awesome. Never ran out of power.. neve...
Excellent quality camper - built locally in Colorado. wonderful community of people who love their campers! Many years of fun and camping made easy.. hot water shower.. WHAT?? So awesome. Never ran out of power.. never got stuck. This is a camper above and beyond all tear drop campers! Highly recommend you won't be disappointed!
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Erin C.
My experience buying an RV was better than I could have expected. Adam communicated to us in a timely manner and answered all of our questions without hesitation. I felt reassured with our buying decision and will def...
My experience buying an RV was better than I could have expected. Adam communicated to us in a timely manner and answered all of our questions without hesitation. I felt reassured with our buying decision and will definitely be back again! Thank you Boreas Campers for helping us buy the unit we’ve always dreamt of.
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David C.
These guys really build an great Camper! Believe me, the pictures do not do this thing justice. This thing is a beast!!! I traveled over 2000 miles to bring it home. It handles so smoothly, I barely knew I was towing ...
These guys really build an great Camper! Believe me, the pictures do not do this thing justice. This thing is a beast!!! I traveled over 2000 miles to bring it home. It handles so smoothly, I barely knew I was towing it. The entire process was great. From my first phone call with Adam, to Matt helping us get it loaded up so I could beat a snow storm..... You guys are Awesome!!! To anyone looking to buy a camper....Take my advice, do not buy one before you check this thing out!!!!!!!!!Thanks again!!!
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Gil B.
I’m extremely happy with my XT. The build quality and amenities are tough to beat. All that and it follows my Land Cruiser wherever it goes (most often far, far away from people). It’s nice to be able to camp for e...
I’m extremely happy with my XT. The build quality and amenities are tough to beat. All that and it follows my Land Cruiser wherever it goes (most often far, far away from people). It’s nice to be able to camp for extended periods where most can’t even go.
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Matt T.
Really enjoying my Boreas Camper XT I picked up last September. It allows extended camping trips to be easy with its amenities: fridge, heater, shower and solar. The pop-up awning on the rear is awesome, up in seconds...
Really enjoying my Boreas Camper XT I picked up last September. It allows extended camping trips to be easy with its amenities: fridge, heater, shower and solar. The pop-up awning on the rear is awesome, up in seconds, windproof, and creates a really nice kitchen area. And I use the other 23zero awning often too to create a nice shaded living space.
The interior is great for two people (or a person and two dogs), each get their own door, so no crawling over each other. And it's got plenty of storage inside, up front in the storage box and the kitchen galley.
I've spent weeks at a time in it, and it can go pretty much any place a tent or rooftop tent might go. The small size is super easy to tow and it's more off road than my truck is. I added a cell phone booster to work remote and an Ipad for shows/movies. It's like a Swiss army knife in its functionality. Always ready to camp...
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Joseph S.
The team at Boreas have been great to work with. I typically am a research it and then decide guy. My partner took me to tour at the factory and we put a deposit down immediately. Adam kept us up to date on what was h...
The team at Boreas have been great to work with. I typically am a research it and then decide guy. My partner took me to tour at the factory and we put a deposit down immediately. Adam kept us up to date on what was happening during the build and they were able to deliver it to us early. This is even through all of the delays that everyone is having with material.
Picked it up last night and had a great introduction to it with Adam and Matt. We could not be more pleased with it. Clearly quality craftsmanship throughout. Over the last year we have rented many cheaper camper versions and are thrilled to be able to have the top shelf product now. We are happily setting it up for the first adventure.
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Santiago A.
Have had a great experience so far. My family and I went on a week-long adventure through Yellowstone National Park and the solar system came in very handy to keep our gadgets powered. Not to mention the great cooking experience in the galley area.
Eric V.
We’re very happy with our recent XT purchase. With COVID-19, we knew there would be a waiting list (and there was), but we received ours a bit ahead of schedule. So happy to have waited on a quality product, made lo...
We’re very happy with our recent XT purchase. With COVID-19, we knew there would be a waiting list (and there was), but we received ours a bit ahead of schedule. So happy to have waited on a quality product, made locally. The team at Boreas did a good job keeping me informed throughout the process.
This XT has already been in places that most 4x4 drivers wouldn’t go, so don’t be shy about location. This is not a city-boy’s camper.
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