Take a look at the Redwood Coast Adventure Trail on our site. You can easily connect the two together for an epic overland aventure along the NorCal Coast :)
Cool video! Nice to know there's an off-road route to enjoy Lost Coast from above. Few years ago we did the Lost Cost Trail by foot. It was the most exciting experience of a life time!
Awesome video. We’ve backpacked the Lost Coast and this brought back so many good memories. Will definitely try these trails out next time we’re out there. Thanks for sharing!
damn I just found this channel and the website..where have I been. I love it as being here in the west and in california these are great and exactly what I was looking for. no more guessing on what trips or trails to find. Just awesome!
Fantastic video! You've shed some light on a spot I've been wanting to go to and it looks amazing! It's a haul from our house in San Diego so I'd probably include your Lost Sierras trip while up there. Thanks so much, you've earned a subscriber.
The Lost Sierra is a fantastic place to explore, but it's a solid 5 hour drive to get from the LC to LS. It's definitely a drive from Socal, but the Smith River NRA (steelhead Adventure Trail) is only a couple hours north of Humboldt redwoods, and insanely gorgeous with the crowds.
@@OverlandTrailGuides Yeah I was checking that area out on Gaia. May just end up visiting a lot of Northern California for a month. I'm a geologist and a big gold rush history buff so the LS is a must do. Shasta Trinity is also high on the list. Thanks again!
Excellent documentary video! I dragged an off road trailer to Usal beach last year 2021, but I’m heading back this year to maybe tackle the trail, thanks for pointing out some of the highlights. Will check out the website...
I did this route based on your guide in July. Awesome trip, but Usal Beach on the Fourth of July was a huge mistake. Hoping to go back sometime during a quieter season.
Haha yes, I stay far away from Usal on busy holiday weekends. In fact, I prefer winter when the park sees very light usage! AW Way and Needle Rock are two great alternatives, but quite a bit further north from SF and Sac.
Great video! And even more- great trip. This is our goal is to do something like this. Problem is we don’t know anyone who would like to go with us. Do you ever take groups out- you would be an awesome guide for newer folks like us to overlanding (imo) . Thanks for sharing 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾
Do you think an AWD RX with Michelin Cross Climate 2’s would have an issue on the lost coast trail? I can’t justify AT tires for that trip but want to do it so bad 😂
As long as you're avoiding the mud, the Mendocino and Six Rivers Backcountry Discovery Trails would both suit your needs. You can probably explore most of the Lassen and Plumas BDTs as well, just avoid poker flat in Plumas and you'll be fine.
Hi, great video! Very thorough. I’m looking at doing the whole road, 101 to Shelter Cover, on an adventure bike with a couple of buddies. How long did the driving actually take you, if you don’t mind me asking? Thanks!
It's Usal Beach. Despite what you see, driving or camping on the beach with vehicles is not permitted by State Parks. There are a number of campsites in the actual campground within the alders and redwoods that provide shelter from the wind.
I think there's a gas station at shelter cove. Be prepared to pay top dollar as its off the beaten path so to say. Fish and chips at the little diner is always good, just watch out for seagulls. They will steal your fish.
Great video. Thanks for creating and sharing. The majority of the roads, though, look like a Prius could handle them. 4wd recommended? (I don’t have a Prius, just curious about need for 4x or AWD)
I wouldn't take a 2WD on the route. You could pull it off in a Subaru, but it's gonna be quite bumpy and uncomfortable from Usal beach to 4 corners unless you've got aftermarket suspension.
The access down to Windy Point on the north end of the lost coast is 4-wheel drive only. Two wheel drive try it, and end up tearing the road up trying to get out. You can walk south from the Mattole Campground at the mouth of the river to the lighthouse.
How is the gas situation? a full tank plus a 5 gallon reserve seem like it might be a stretch. I have a V6 with max ~22 MPG highway, and I don't have a spare gas can. Will I make it???
You'll be fine! The only place with trail traffic is on the way into Usal beach and there's more than enough room for people heading out to back up and let you by. Once you get past Usal, you'll probably only pass a few vehicles on the dirt roads not a whole lot of trail traffic north of there.
Awesome trip. Do you know if dispersed camping is available in the Kings Range Conservation Area? Especially along Saddle Mountain Road... views look incredible. Seems like it's BLM land so I'm hoping so.
You'd think it'd be permitted since the BLM manages it, but for car campers, you'll need to stay at one of the designated BLM campgrounds as dispersed camping is not permitted outside of the King Range NCA wilderness areas (where vehicles aren't allowed). We have all of the info for camping and recommendations posted to overlandtrailguides.com
Looking to camp at Usal in the upper campground and head over on the trail and end up Mattole Beach. We are towing a 16 ft Basecamp. Is this possible (as long as there is no rain?)
Hey Paul, not saying it’s never been done, but we’d recommend against it. Usal rd from hwy 1 to Usal beach sees a lot of traffic, and if you encounter someone going the other direction it could be a real challenge to get by in a few spots. There are also some tight switchback turns, and the road can get rutted out depending on when mendo county last graded it.
@@aaronsbraga. Was wondering what if the trail is really narrow along a cliff side for a long distance, like a 1/4 mile or more? I’d be really nervous backing up along a narrow hillside for a long distance. Asking because that’s my main fear. Just starting to try easy overlanding this year
@@OverlandTrailGuides There were stories of these Owl people who lived out there for years. I was there with my boyfriend and this guy came out of nowhere…he looked homeless and said he was part of them. He asked if we wanted to come back with him. We politely declined and LEFT. Super weird😂
Usal: 2024 Please let people know that there is NO legal camping or ATV's on Usal Beach. The increase in overland camping along our CA coast has had a severe impact on our wildlands and our wildlife. PLEASE be respectful that you are in a wilderness State park... pack out more than you packed in. Also, this is a dangerously high fire prone area. We had a wildfire in 2019 so no open fires! This area is known to get a lot of people partying, shooting guns and driving drunk. Be careful! We've had hurricane force winds and storms with lots of rain so call State parks before heading anywhere along the CA coast.
Hey there, we explicitly call out the CA SP regulations regarding no vehicles on the beach (or driving in the creek) on the Lost Coast 4x4 Trail's Route Guide page.
Dude. I just did Usal road last weekend (5/19/24). You WILL get desert pin-striping. If it is wet, you should avoid this like the plague unless you have a winch. A 200 foot mud slick can form on a north facing downhill slope. The trail is majorly overgrown and there are Meth Heads at Usal beach. Everything is this video assumes the road has just been graded. It is currently jacked up. Know before you go.
A stock 4x4 can easily manage Usal Road, even after a heavy winter like the winter of 22/23. Been out there many times. Throw it in 4WD and you’ll be fine.
@@OverlandTrailGuides I would be more concerned with the uninitiated scratching a new vehicle up on all the overgrowth. If you've ever seen the mud slick you would know what I am talking about. I had to pull three vehicles up it one year because the road ahead was washed out and we all had to backtrack. You don't really need 4WD as much as you need experience. It's a fun trek, no doubt, but a low clearance vehicle or narrow wheel base would be pushing it.
@@Mike-sr6gdwas just there last week ;) The road to needle rock is closed for repairs thru November but everything else is open. New video dropping this week.
Great content but the music audio is incredibly loud and the speaking volume is very low. Makes for an unpleasant viewing experience, which is unfortunate because the content is great.
I love that you have some info on different rigs and their difficulties at the beginning! Thank you!
Just came across this video. Definitely next summer road trip. I shared it with my boyfriend.
Thanks for sharing.
Take a look at the Redwood Coast Adventure Trail on our site. You can easily connect the two together for an epic overland aventure along the NorCal Coast :)
Good one, bro‼️💯❤️💛💚
Cool video! Nice to know there's an off-road route to enjoy Lost Coast from above. Few years ago we did the Lost Cost Trail by foot. It was the most exciting experience of a life time!
Awesome video. We’ve backpacked the Lost Coast and this brought back so many good memories. Will definitely try these trails out next time we’re out there. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for sharing Tail I love to drive.
Planning to head there this summer! Thanks for the awesome vid.!
Wow amazing
Gorgeous adventure! Thank you so much for sharing!
First rate video of a gem of California's redwood beauty. I was reminiscing about the time my family and I spent llama packing The Lost Coast.
You should check out our overlanding the redwood Coast video lots more redwoods in that one!!
damn I just found this channel and the website..where have I been. I love it as being here in the west and in california these are great and exactly what I was looking for. no more guessing on what trips or trails to find. Just awesome!
Fantastic video! You've shed some light on a spot I've been wanting to go to and it looks amazing! It's a haul from our house in San Diego so I'd probably include your Lost Sierras trip while up there. Thanks so much, you've earned a subscriber.
The Lost Sierra is a fantastic place to explore, but it's a solid 5 hour drive to get from the LC to LS. It's definitely a drive from Socal, but the Smith River NRA (steelhead Adventure Trail) is only a couple hours north of Humboldt redwoods, and insanely gorgeous with the crowds.
@@OverlandTrailGuides Yeah I was checking that area out on Gaia. May just end up visiting a lot of Northern California for a month. I'm a geologist and a big gold rush history buff so the LS is a must do. Shasta Trinity is also high on the list. Thanks again!
I often wondered about trails in the area. Great video… love that coast and the Redwoods.
Thanks for sharing. Very nice production.
Great trip! You hit Usal on a good day!
Thx for sharing, looking forward to tagging along on one of your adventures. Be safe
Great video. I enjoyed the adventure. Thanks Ben!
Very nice. Makes me anxious to plan a trip here!
Great video!
Awesome video! Love your channel! 😍😍
Love it. I'm sure it will come with a bigger solar/inverter option. It needs a storage box in the void behind the fridge.
good video thanks for sharing
Excellent documentary video! I dragged an off road trailer to Usal beach last year 2021, but I’m heading back this year to maybe tackle the trail, thanks for pointing out some of the highlights. Will check out the website...
Great location
The road down to the campground from the needles visitor center has been closed for years. It's an amazing hike in tent only campground.
U got my sub at sprinter HF.. not too many people include us in the conversation. Big TY
Really awesome. Definitely doesnt look like something you’d do solo.
Lol I did this solo on a motorcycle in a day.
I did this route based on your guide in July. Awesome trip, but Usal Beach on the Fourth of July was a huge mistake. Hoping to go back sometime during a quieter season.
Haha yes, I stay far away from Usal on busy holiday weekends. In fact, I prefer winter when the park sees very light usage! AW Way and Needle Rock are two great alternatives, but quite a bit further north from SF and Sac.
Unfortunately it's no longer the Lost Coast.
@@aaronsbragayeah because ppl make videos and shit
Great video, just watched your more recent trip! Was curious how the sprinter van handled this trip compared to the landcruiser or your new cummins?
Great video thank you for sharing! Is airing down necessary?
So glad you didn't mention Tolkan campground lol
Great video! And even more- great trip. This is our goal is to do something like this. Problem is we don’t know anyone who would like to go with us. Do you ever take groups out- you would be an awesome guide for newer folks like us to overlanding (imo) . Thanks for sharing 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾
This was a free group trip and we have more.pkanned. just hit the website, register and go to the events/trail runs link.
Tough to find people here in San Jose other than flagging down anyone with a RTT!
Im curious how many times did you guys refuel . On that trip
Do you think an AWD RX with Michelin Cross Climate 2’s would have an issue on the lost coast trail? I can’t justify AT tires for that trip but want to do it so bad 😂
What northern Cali trails do you recommend for a stock 2x4 tacoma?
As long as you're avoiding the mud, the Mendocino and Six Rivers Backcountry Discovery Trails would both suit your needs. You can probably explore most of the Lassen and Plumas BDTs as well, just avoid poker flat in Plumas and you'll be fine.
Can you take an off road trailer on this route you think?
The opening shots of Usal Beach are nice. Too bad it's getting over crowded.
Hello, does the trail only go One direction? Or is there traffic going south and north?
my taco is 2wheel, do you think i'd have any issues?
Hi, great video! Very thorough. I’m looking at doing the whole road, 101 to Shelter Cover, on an adventure bike with a couple of buddies. How long did the driving actually take you, if you don’t mind me asking? Thanks!
Could you do that route with a jeep towing a very small teardrop trailer?
This is a solid video. 👌
Is there a lot of pin striping on this trail?
I got a bit on the Sprinter
Where is the very first beach at 0:40? Are you allowed to camp there?
It's Usal Beach. Despite what you see, driving or camping on the beach with vehicles is not permitted by State Parks. There are a number of campsites in the actual campground within the alders and redwoods that provide shelter from the wind.
I have a ford van (2x2) 8 inch lift and 33 inch tires. OK, or is 4x4 required. Thanks
Great drone footages. Are there places to fuel up along the way?
I think there's a gas station at shelter cove. Be prepared to pay top dollar as its off the beaten path so to say. Fish and chips at the little diner is always good, just watch out for seagulls. They will steal your fish.
Tacomas roof tents. Please. Have you guys ever been off road other than slowing down for mud puddles
We prefer the mall. Check out our other videos where we go overlanding to the Walmart parking lot!
Hi nice video can you use side by side on that trail?
Definitely not. We do not make routes for SxS.
@@OverlandTrailGuides thank you for the info
Awesome vids. Do you think I can get a Black Series HQ 19 travel caravan thru the whole 177 miles with enough clearance? Thanks
Leave it at the Benbow KOA and hit the track without it ;)
Great video. Thanks for creating and sharing. The majority of the roads, though, look like a Prius could handle them. 4wd recommended? (I don’t have a Prius, just curious about need for 4x or AWD)
I wouldn't take a 2WD on the route. You could pull it off in a Subaru, but it's gonna be quite bumpy and uncomfortable from Usal beach to 4 corners unless you've got aftermarket suspension.
2WD trucks can do it no problem.
Wondering if 13 feet long explore trailer can make this trail route..Any advise?
would have liked some information on the blue truck.
I think you're in the wrong video ;)
Is this possible in a ‘21 rwd ranger?
Think a stock Subaru Crosstrek in manual can do it?
Sure, but it's gonna be bumpy from Usual Beach to 4 corners.
Great video Ben. Is this trail doable in a 2WD TRUCK LSD ?
The access down to Windy Point on the north end of the lost coast is 4-wheel drive only. Two wheel drive try it, and end up tearing the road up trying to get out. You can walk south from the Mattole Campground at the mouth of the river to the lighthouse.
Do you need permits to overland the lost coast trail?
@@otterthrash please check the route guide on our website, as it has detailed information about everything you need to know.
How is the gas situation? a full tank plus a 5 gallon reserve seem like it might be a stretch. I have a V6 with max ~22 MPG highway, and I don't have a spare gas can. Will I make it???
Hit the website for all the detailed info about the route www.overlandtrailguides.com/amp/lost-coast-adventure-route
@@OverlandTrailGuides cool, thanks!
Would that ride be suitable for a small offroad trailer? 4x7 with decent clearance. My only apprehension is having to turn around in a tight spot.
You'll be fine! The only place with trail traffic is on the way into Usal beach and there's more than enough room for people heading out to back up and let you by. Once you get past Usal, you'll probably only pass a few vehicles on the dirt roads not a whole lot of trail traffic north of there.
How would a SPRINTER do???
Wish you would have shown the candelabra trees.
Cool! New Sub here Thanks!
Awesome trip. Do you know if dispersed camping is available in the Kings Range Conservation Area? Especially along Saddle Mountain Road... views look incredible. Seems like it's BLM land so I'm hoping so.
You'd think it'd be permitted since the BLM manages it, but for car campers, you'll need to stay at one of the designated BLM campgrounds as dispersed camping is not permitted outside of the King Range NCA wilderness areas (where vehicles aren't allowed). We have all of the info for camping and recommendations posted to overlandtrailguides.com
@@OverlandTrailGuides Thanks! Great resource - going to leverage this for my trip in Oct
Any chance of doing this route in around new year this year, or will too much of it be closed?
Looking to camp at Usal in the upper campground and head over on the trail and end up Mattole Beach. We are towing a 16 ft Basecamp. Is this possible (as long as there is no rain?)
Hey Paul, not saying it’s never been done, but we’d recommend against it. Usal rd from hwy 1 to Usal beach sees a lot of traffic, and if you encounter someone going the other direction it could be a real challenge to get by in a few spots. There are also some tight switchback turns, and the road can get rutted out depending on when mendo county last graded it.
How do you pass traffic going the opposite way? trail looks narrow.
Downhill traffic is required to back up.
@@aaronsbraga. Was wondering what if the trail is really narrow along a cliff side for a long distance, like a 1/4 mile or more? I’d be really nervous backing up along a narrow hillside for a long distance. Asking because that’s my main fear. Just starting to try easy overlanding this year
20:28 would have been a killer camp spot
Indeed, but it gets super windy up there and dispersed camping is not permitted in the King Range NCA or Sinkyone State Park.
We ran into one of the OWL people out there 30 years ago…never went back😂
This sounds interesting… owl people???
@@OverlandTrailGuides There were stories of these Owl people who lived out there for years. I was there with my boyfriend and this guy came out of nowhere…he looked homeless and said he was part of them. He asked if we wanted to come back with him. We politely declined and LEFT. Super weird😂
Usal: 2024 Please let people know that there is NO legal camping or ATV's on Usal Beach. The increase in overland camping along our CA coast has had a severe impact on our wildlands and our wildlife. PLEASE be respectful that you are in a wilderness State park... pack out more than you packed in. Also, this is a dangerously high fire prone area. We had a wildfire in 2019 so no open fires! This area is known to get a lot of people partying, shooting guns and driving drunk. Be careful! We've had hurricane force winds and storms with lots of rain so call State parks before heading anywhere along the CA coast.
Hey there, we explicitly call out the CA SP regulations regarding no vehicles on the beach (or driving in the creek) on the Lost Coast 4x4 Trail's Route Guide page.
Great video!. I was wondering how do you locate that truck hanging in the tree near Mattole Beach? Got the coordinates for that?
No more driving on the beach. Rangers are shutting it down.
Good
Dude. I just did Usal road last weekend (5/19/24). You WILL get desert pin-striping. If it is wet, you should avoid this like the plague unless you have a winch. A 200 foot mud slick can form on a north facing downhill slope. The trail is majorly overgrown and there are Meth Heads at Usal beach. Everything is this video assumes the road has just been graded. It is currently jacked up. Know before you go.
A stock 4x4 can easily manage Usal Road, even after a heavy winter like the winter of 22/23. Been out there many times. Throw it in 4WD and you’ll be fine.
@@OverlandTrailGuides I would be more concerned with the uninitiated scratching a new vehicle up on all the overgrowth. If you've ever seen the mud slick you would know what I am talking about. I had to pull three vehicles up it one year because the road ahead was washed out and we all had to backtrack. You don't really need 4WD as much as you need experience. It's a fun trek, no doubt, but a low clearance vehicle or narrow wheel base would be pushing it.
@@kentjohnson873 stop trying to scare people off buddy, you are over exaggerating by a mile. chump. i was just there
I'm going in two weeks I'll update y'all. I'm on 35 muds with sliders front bumper and winch. In my 08 🐏
@@Mike-sr6gdwas just there last week ;)
The road to needle rock is closed for repairs thru November but everything else is open. New video dropping this week.
I thought that you are not supposed to camp on the beach ? (Usal beach to be specific)
Correct, it is rarely enforced, but if you check the SP website or give the a ring, they will reassert that driving on the beach is indeed prohibited.
It is posted "No Driving On the Beach" at Usal. The designated camp area is in the adjacent forested area.
Great video, Ben! Thanks again for the inaugural OTG trail run 😬. Good times and great group!
@@brianrush3770 We need to go on another adventure once the Ram arrives ;)
@@OverlandTrailGuides Absolutely!
Great content but the music audio is incredibly loud and the speaking volume is very low. Makes for an unpleasant viewing experience, which is unfortunate because the content is great.
Hey Adam, Thanks for the feedback. We will be taking a closer look at audio levels for future videos. More coming soon :)
Gasoline?
None. There’s a single pump in Petrolia and another one in shelter cove at the general store if your vehicle doesn’t have enough range.
Really annoy music. Can't we just enjoy nature without the racket?
Sure! Don't play RUclips when you're out on the trail ;)
Don’t give away the lost coast!! It’s the last place in California without a billion tourist
shut your mouth
To late
Way too late
Ya, only about a million ya year.
Just went there it’s too late