I loved how you highlighted the roads on the map first before showing video footage of that particular road. I can finally know which roads I may wish to avoid and why. Brilliant! cheers
Being from NJ but now live near the Big Horn National Forest in Wyoming, and having been an OTR truck driver for a couple years, I can say I miss Kentucky. If I hadn’t moved to Wyoming 14.5 years ago from NJ, I’d had gone to Kentucky. PS, thanks for the fun mountain music in the background.
@@everready19373 the cold isn’t bad. It’s the wind. I love cold weather over heat though so I don’t mind. When this winter it hot -54°F I was having a blast!
I used to climb down there. We would hang out at Miguels Pizza near Slade. I drove through the Nada tunnel on the way there. I have a 2011 Xterra S now. I need to get back down there asap.
The trail looks fairly open. When I was on Pumpkin Hollow a few months ago the tree branches and bushes were really taking over trail…. Got some nice pinstripes on my rig that I managed to buff out. Lol
I really wish I could have joined you guys. A few of us went there over Labor Day weekend last year and had a blast. Old Fincastle Road was a riot. We didn't have any trouble getting my FJ on 35's or my buddy's Tacoma on 33's over that rock but it got super gnarly and was a giant mud hole further up the trail. We got to a point where the road was washed out and completely impassable and had to turn back. On the way back, I slid down a hill we actually had to winch up and I almost rolled. Overall, that area is gorgeous. Can't wait to take another trip up there. Watching your well made video brought back a lot of memories.
Thank you for taking the time to make video of your trip, which I know wasn't easy, and for editing and uploading the video so we could all enjoy your adventure. I think I'll wait until I have a 3" lift and 33" all terrain tires instead of attempting any of that in my stock V6 4Runner, and even then, I'm not into rock crawling. I'd like to try the tamer portions on my little adventure motorcycle. Two friends and I rode the Hillbilly Triangle in the Daniel Boone National Forest last week. It's 80 miles of all paved road (Irvine-Beattyville-McKee-Irvine), but it's very scenic with lots of hills and curves. We caught the peak foliage. I think I'll edit the GoPro footage tonight and post an unlisted video to share with friends.
I've got a stock 5g4r with Wildpeak AT3W and was able to do most of the trails including Fixer Lecco, Spass Creek, and Pumpkin Hollow in late September 2021 (we did not try Old Fincastle/Hell Creek or Mountain Springs Rd). Just take your time, a spotter, and and a friend who can assist with recovery if needed (we didn't need it)
@@Adventure_RM - I think my 4th gen 4Runner is too nice for off road adventures. :-) If I had a 5th gen it would be very hard for me to take it down a rock strewn trail. I guess it's all a matter of perspective. Thanks for the info. If I was a young man, I'd ride the Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway on a dual sport motorcycle. We're getting some rare 72 degree mid-November weather tomorrow. A friend and I are going to ride from Lexington to The Gorge to ride the Red River Rally that I bicycled in 2006. It should be a great motorcycle ride on our ADV bikes.
Great Video guys! I had a blast last weekend down there in my Subaru, was a little more selective on which routes we took, and did need some recovery gear at one point. But it was awesome, we'll be heading back down again!
This was the best video of the DBBB I’ve seen yet and most helpful. Like you, I’m from Illinois (Belleville) building out my 2012 FJ TTSE to do what you’re doing with plans to hit the DBBB next year with friends. Thank you again!
Awesome video. Beautiful country side. This is a great country!! Great trail maintenance blurb too. People need to get out to the trails either by SUV or by foot (or both),
We did Spaas and Pumpkin same direction as you two weeks ago. Our group was 3 renegades, New cherokee and my old liberty. Ppl said the only way we would get up the beginning of pumpkin hollow unless a real jeep pulled us up. They were proven wrong. The biggest tire was a 32, I I run a 29.
Good video, it gives me a idea of what it was like I figured it was a bit more adventurous. Looks a bit like a prescribed route sort of like a offroad park. A bit less of the usual explore and camp roadside that I am used to. I hate mud as well but need to go south one of these days.
I would love to do this one day. I am brand new to overloading and just have a stock 2021 Toyota ORP so I may need to do some upgrades before I attempt this on my own.
Good video! and this area definitely has awesome wheeling. I passed by y'all while doing the Red Clay Rally in Kentucky. Don't remember the portion exactly, but it was down in a valley by the creek. White 4th Gen.
good video, how did you guys bypass the deep water creek and the section after that? Looking at maps, I cant see anything to get around them. I also cant find the route in Avenza, Thanks
Great video! Very informative. Can you believe we did some of that in the van? And in April... Pumpkin Hollow was a complete mess, I can't believe we made it out in one piece, lol. (P.S. was that a pig slapping its own butt?)
Hey guys! I’m planning on making this trip in September I have a 2018 Chevy 1500 on 33s with a 2 in lift. This will be my first overland trip! This summer I’m going to put steel bumpers, winch, and rock sliders on my truck to make it more capable. Oh, and get a full sized spare tire. One question I have is what PSI are your tires at because I have ridge grapplers as well. And is there anything else you guys can think of before I try this out. Thank you guys for the video and I appreciate any input!
Loved the info. Can you steer me to more info about the trail? The app you recommend didn't let me find the trails. We are intermate off roaders and a bit cautious.
Thanks for the video with MAP overlays - wish more people did this! Question though, when you were on Hell Creek Rd and stopped at the water crossing how did you get on the other side without going over that rock garden by Old Fincastle rd?
Thanks for replying so quick. Much appreciated. We plan on visiting the DBBB in June with another couple in a JKU. We both have no lockers so i need to plan a fun but not stressful vacation. LOL We're coming from Rogers AR area. Looking at the map of that area it looks like there is Shumaker Ridge rd and KY2016 that i can see on the map. Can you say if either ot these is what you took to bypass the water crossing the the "rock Garden"? Thanks again.@@WanderlostOverland
For the first couple days we aired down a little from 38 down to 28psi. For Spaas and Pumpkin we went down to 18. It was a fantastic trip! e can't wait to come back and do more.
Quick mechanical question...did you guys regear with the weight of your bumper and all? I have an 18 4runner with 295 tires and a Hefty front bumper but stock rear. Looking at a hitch wheel carrier or full rear, but wondering if it's time to regear first. Love your vids and advice!
Maybe give a comment of whether a stock 4x4 would be capable of this trail or if mods are recommended. We have a sock 19 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk. Whi.e it is a capable vehicle, I have doubts about some sections of this trail without a lift.
We did the west/hard section last Sunday. Honestly, if you’re into scenery like me, you probably went the better direction. I have to pick pounds of leaves out of my frame holes and clay mud that a pressure washer barely removes. lol 35’s we’re borderline if you want to avoid scraping or bumping hard. More like 37’s…
So is there a bypass for the rock garden/deep water crossing then? Hoping to head over there this summer and is there not a dirt section for before iron bridge?
@@WanderlostOverland ok, are there a lot of places to turn around to? Say if you come across a part of the trail that is too risky and you want to by pass it.
People brag out west how tough their trails are. I think these trails in KY are some of the toughest. Rocks, mud, deep water and aggressive rural folk landowners! 🤣
We do a huge bunch of wheeling in the west. There's huge rocks, steep inclines, everything that makes an offroad trip fun. Same great features Kentucky has. But, the west is missing one catalyst, water, or better yet, mud. Yup, we believe the wheeling, in general, east of the Mississippi is more challenging because of the slipping, sliding, and lack of traction.
I'm so mad!!!!! Your in my state and in an area I love.. My phone never rang. I understand you don't know me or have my number BUT that's no excuse. Would love to meet you guys and hit some trails with you. Sky bridge (12:20) is amazing and my son has Nada Tunnel in one of his RUclips videos.
“David’s Big Boulder Beach” 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 As a local who grew up running these trails I can guarantee that it has never been referred to as that. It’s just the wide spot on Devil’s creek, no name needed, everyone knows where you’re talking about. I’m guessing someone named David made the map and decided it needed a name or one of us locals just made it up to screw with whoever we had to show how to navigate these trails 😂. And the Nada Tunnel is pronounced Nay-duh.
I loved how you highlighted the roads on the map first before showing video footage of that particular road. I can finally know which roads I may wish to avoid and why. Brilliant! cheers
Something about the intro, lighting, and music makes this feel like a tourism promo video and I love it.
Did this for the first time in June with my FJ. Great trip for those who live nearby.
Being from NJ but now live near the Big Horn National Forest in Wyoming, and having been an OTR truck driver for a couple years, I can say I miss Kentucky. If I hadn’t moved to Wyoming 14.5 years ago from NJ, I’d had gone to Kentucky.
PS, thanks for the fun mountain music in the background.
KY is one of the best kept secrets. 🤫😄
Wyoming is wild, it's just too darn cold there in the winter. I loved Pinedale, it's such a cool little town.
@@everready19373 the cold isn’t bad. It’s the wind. I love cold weather over heat though so I don’t mind. When this winter it hot -54°F I was having a blast!
Very suitable music! You need to check out Kentucky Adventure Trail
It's on our list!
Also, thanks for the input on the music. It's always a challenge to pick the right "vibe".
@@WanderlostOverland It suits the area well and is very appropriate. (0:
I used to climb down there. We would hang out at Miguels Pizza near Slade. I drove through the Nada tunnel on the way there. I have a 2011 Xterra S now. I need to get back down there asap.
The trail looks fairly open. When I was on Pumpkin Hollow a few months ago the tree branches and bushes were really taking over trail…. Got some nice pinstripes on my rig that I managed to buff out. Lol
Great off road adventure with beautiful scenery; and the 4Runner looked boss👍 😊. I'll bet you guys were listening for dueling banjos the whole time🪕😃
Stopped and said hello while we passed ya'll during RCR21! The blue Jeep LJ!
We remember! Great meeting you out there.
Hey been waiting to see Y’all giving the 4Runner a good workout great video thanks for sharing You Gotta Love It!!
Our pleasure!
It was awesome meeting you guys on Spaas Creek Rd! Oh, and we were able to fix that broken rear shock and continue on. Thanks for the help!
It was great seeing too! Glad you got your shock fixed.
Great job giving a realistic review and description of the route!
Thank you very much!
I really wish I could have joined you guys. A few of us went there over Labor Day weekend last year and had a blast. Old Fincastle Road was a riot. We didn't have any trouble getting my FJ on 35's or my buddy's Tacoma on 33's over that rock but it got super gnarly and was a giant mud hole further up the trail. We got to a point where the road was washed out and completely impassable and had to turn back. On the way back, I slid down a hill we actually had to winch up and I almost rolled. Overall, that area is gorgeous. Can't wait to take another trip up there. Watching your well made video brought back a lot of memories.
OK ... well ... I don't think I'll be doing this route alone as a newbie ...
Y'all are hilarious, great report!
I love amercia 🇺🇲
Me and some buddy's did they Trail too. We saw you at the pizza shop. I have the Overland blue XJ.
I think I remember seeing you! Hope you had as fun a time as we did.
@@WanderlostOverland I was the guy in a wheelchair, we were inside eating!
This well very nicely done and a well made video.. cheers!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you for your clear advice.
You are very welcome
Thank you for taking the time to make video of your trip, which I know wasn't easy, and for editing and uploading the video so we could all enjoy your adventure.
I think I'll wait until I have a 3" lift and 33" all terrain tires instead of attempting any of that in my stock V6 4Runner, and even then, I'm not into rock crawling. I'd like to try the tamer portions on my little adventure motorcycle. Two friends and I rode the Hillbilly Triangle in the Daniel Boone National Forest last week. It's 80 miles of all paved road (Irvine-Beattyville-McKee-Irvine), but it's very scenic with lots of hills and curves. We caught the peak foliage. I think I'll edit the GoPro footage tonight and post an unlisted video to share with friends.
I've got a stock 5g4r with Wildpeak AT3W and was able to do most of the trails including Fixer Lecco, Spass Creek, and Pumpkin Hollow in late September 2021 (we did not try Old Fincastle/Hell Creek or Mountain Springs Rd). Just take your time, a spotter, and and a friend who can assist with recovery if needed (we didn't need it)
@@Adventure_RM - I think my 4th gen 4Runner is too nice for off road adventures. :-) If I had a 5th gen it would be very hard for me to take it down a rock strewn trail. I guess it's all a matter of perspective.
Thanks for the info.
If I was a young man, I'd ride the Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway on a dual sport motorcycle. We're getting some rare 72 degree mid-November weather tomorrow. A friend and I are going to ride from Lexington to The Gorge to ride the Red River Rally that I bicycled in 2006. It should be a great motorcycle ride on our ADV bikes.
This is why y'all are AWESOME!!! thank you so much for this video!
Thank YOU!!!
Nice work and right in our backyard!
Great Video guys! I had a blast last weekend down there in my Subaru, was a little more selective on which routes we took, and did need some recovery gear at one point. But it was awesome, we'll be heading back down again!
Great video! What size lift and tire size?
This was the best video of the DBBB I’ve seen yet and most helpful. Like you, I’m from Illinois (Belleville) building out my 2012 FJ TTSE to do what you’re doing with plans to hit the DBBB next year with friends. Thank you again!
Glad it was helpful!
Merica!!! - that's my new answer for any time I go in the buff. LOL
Been mine for years!
This video is so well done. I'm taking my first trip this weekend and this was very helpful
Great vid! Heading over there next month, can't wait!
Great video guys! Thanks for the info also. My wife has family in the area and we are planning a trip soon. Thanks again and keep the videos coming!
Going on Saturday!! Great video
Cool! We'll be there July 2nd & 3rd
Looks like a blast! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for your hard work and information.
Pretty much binged watched all your videos. Learned alot! Thanks for posting them. If I may say, you guys kind of remind me of the Griswalds.
Awesome! Thank you!
Nice job, appreciate the timely camera work!!!!
Glad you liked it!
SUPER helpful video. Planning on doing this trip soon. Trying to decide if we want to let it warm up some as we will be camping in Feb!
Looks super fun! Great video as always.
Thanks so much!
Awesome video. Beautiful country side. This is a great country!! Great trail maintenance blurb too. People need to get out to the trails either by SUV or by foot (or both),
Love to watch you videos. You guys rock!
Hey Y'all! Welcome to KY. Nice video! Hope y'all enjoyed your stay in our state. Come back and see us again, ya hear?
Yes! Thank you!
great trip guys, much love from tassie
Thank you!
We did Spaas and Pumpkin same direction as you two weeks ago. Our group was 3 renegades, New cherokee and my old liberty. Ppl said the only way we would get up the beginning of pumpkin hollow unless a real jeep pulled us up. They were proven wrong. The biggest tire was a 32, I I run a 29.
Good video, it gives me a idea of what it was like I figured it was a bit more adventurous. Looks a bit like a prescribed route sort of like a offroad park. A bit less of the usual explore and camp roadside that I am used to. I hate mud as well but need to go south one of these days.
Great video! Hope to hit this trail relatively soon.
You should!
I would love to do this one day. I am brand new to overloading and just have a stock 2021 Toyota ORP so I may need to do some upgrades before I attempt this on my own.
Good video! and this area definitely has awesome wheeling. I passed by y'all while doing the Red Clay Rally in Kentucky. Don't remember the portion exactly, but it was down in a valley by the creek. White 4th Gen.
Great video y’all. 🤙🤙🤙
Glad you enjoyed it
Doing part of this today. Just bought an 21 Cherokee TH and am curious to see how it does
Well I think the Subie should make most of that route. Pending on the time of the year and weather.
Loved this one!
MERICA!!
Great video.
Thanks!
good video, how did you guys bypass the deep water creek and the section after that? Looking at maps, I cant see anything to get around them. I also cant find the route in Avenza, Thanks
We simply turned around and went north then back south on "normal" roads. It was a bit of a long way around.
Great video! Thanks!
Glad you liked it!
Great video! Very informative. Can you believe we did some of that in the van? And in April... Pumpkin Hollow was a complete mess, I can't believe we made it out in one piece, lol. (P.S. was that a pig slapping its own butt?)
Hey guys! I’m planning on making this trip in September I have a 2018 Chevy 1500 on 33s with a 2 in lift. This will be my first overland trip! This summer I’m going to put steel bumpers, winch, and rock sliders on my truck to make it more capable. Oh, and get a full sized spare tire. One question I have is what PSI are your tires at because I have ridge grapplers as well. And is there anything else you guys can think of before I try this out. Thank you guys for the video and I appreciate any input!
Loved the info. Can you steer me to more info about the trail? The app you recommend didn't let me find the trails. We are intermate off roaders and a bit cautious.
Thanks for watching! Unfortunately there isn't much info out there on the route.
Thanks for the video with MAP overlays - wish more people did this! Question though, when you were on Hell Creek Rd and stopped at the water crossing how did you get on the other side without going over that rock garden by Old Fincastle rd?
We went the long way around on pavement.
Thanks for replying so quick. Much appreciated. We plan on visiting the DBBB in June with another couple in a JKU. We both have no lockers so i need to plan a fun but not stressful vacation. LOL We're coming from Rogers AR area. Looking at the map of that area it looks like there is Shumaker Ridge rd and KY2016 that i can see on the map. Can you say if either ot these is what you took to bypass the water crossing the the "rock Garden"?
Thanks again.@@WanderlostOverland
Thanks for the awesome trip report. Do you think this could be done towing a high clearance off-road trailer?
Probably so.
AWESOME VIDEO!!!! 😂😂 BEST PART IS ITS AMERICA 🇺🇸 😂😂😂😂
Great video!
With all the transitions from hard road to offroad how often do you air down and back up?
Much thanks for the FAQ at the end!
For a route like this with the many transitions, instead of airing up and down constantly, we compromise and set the tires at around 26 psi.
Did you deflate tire pressure for the whole trip or at all? Looks like it was an amazing trip.
For the first couple days we aired down a little from 38 down to 28psi. For Spaas and Pumpkin we went down to 18. It was a fantastic trip! e can't wait to come back and do more.
Can you do most of it in 2WD. I have a ford Ranger 2WD with all terrain tires but I want to do some decent off roading with it
Im looking for easier parts of this trail to do some trail riding and camping and suggestions
Quick mechanical question...did you guys regear with the weight of your bumper and all? I have an 18 4runner with 295 tires and a Hefty front bumper but stock rear. Looking at a hitch wheel carrier or full rear, but wondering if it's time to regear first. Love your vids and advice!
We haven't regeared yet with our 285s. We're seriously considering it when we go bigger soon.
@@WanderlostOverland 295 mud terrains make me contemplate it...so expensive but we will see.
Maybe give a comment of whether a stock 4x4 would be capable of this trail or if mods are recommended.
We have a sock 19 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk. Whi.e it is a capable vehicle, I have doubts about some sections of this trail without a lift.
Did y'all Air-down for this trip?
Still dont know what you type in on avenza. None of the DBB maps pop up in store
What lift you running? Think a 2nd Gen Tacoma would take it on with a 1.5in lift?
Are you going to do the Pat Boone byway next? lol
Any Byway is a good day! LOL
We did the west/hard section last Sunday. Honestly, if you’re into scenery like me, you probably went the better direction. I have to pick pounds of leaves out of my frame holes and clay mud that a pressure washer barely removes. lol 35’s we’re borderline if you want to avoid scraping or bumping hard. More like 37’s…
need to set your rig up for offroad. bumpers , winch , wheels and tires ect . . .
That would be cool
I saw the you two coir the front body mounts. Why did you do that if the tires were not rubbing? Are you going to a bigger size tire?
Eventually we're going a little bigger.
So is there a bypass for the rock garden/deep water crossing then? Hoping to head over there this summer and is there not a dirt section for before iron bridge?
To bypass the garden/ deep water you'll need to take the paved roads up and around it.
I want to do this...just wish they'd issue the map for Gaia or OnX...
Agreed. We ended up taking the route and manually plotting its course in Gaia.
'Merica. Lol. Got me to break out laughing after that.
How did you get around the deep water hazard crossing? did you have to back track to the start of the trail?
We retraced our steps to a county road that went to the north.
@@WanderlostOverland ok, are there a lot of places to turn around to? Say if you come across a part of the trail that is too risky and you want to by pass it.
On this trip, which of you manned the camera? Or, did you take turns? GoPro? KY looks rough in the back country :)
Merri did the majority of the driving.
People brag out west how tough their trails are. I think these trails in KY are some of the toughest. Rocks, mud, deep water and aggressive rural folk landowners! 🤣
We do a huge bunch of wheeling in the west. There's huge rocks, steep inclines, everything that makes an offroad trip fun. Same great features Kentucky has. But, the west is missing one catalyst, water, or better yet, mud. Yup, we believe the wheeling, in general, east of the Mississippi is more challenging because of the slipping, sliding, and lack of traction.
@@WanderlostOverland great info! Yes the mud makes it tough for sure!!
I'm so mad!!!!! Your in my state and in an area I love.. My phone never rang. I understand you don't know me or have my number BUT that's no excuse. Would love to meet you guys and hit some trails with you.
Sky bridge (12:20) is amazing and my son has Nada Tunnel in one of his RUclips videos.
What year is you 4 runner. Lift and tires??
2017, ToyTec 2 1/2" Aluma Series, 285/70/17 Nitto ridge Grapplers
@@WanderlostOverland nice ride
“Still don’t know why you had to take your underwear”
“America”
What year 4 runner
2017
Favorite part of the video was, 'Merica.
Basically confirms that I need a lift and sliders 😃
Welcome to kentucky
Addition, my motto is “Stay off the drugs and stay in the trail”. I have that on my crosstrek. Be well.
Bonus points if you do the trail barefoot! :D
[long pause]...."but try it!" lol
“David’s Big Boulder Beach” 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 As a local who grew up running these trails I can guarantee that it has never been referred to as that. It’s just the wide spot on Devil’s creek, no name needed, everyone knows where you’re talking about. I’m guessing someone named David made the map and decided it needed a name or one of us locals just made it up to screw with whoever we had to show how to navigate these trails 😂. And the Nada Tunnel is pronounced Nay-duh.
Thanks for taking the time to correct us. Always much appreciated. LOL
👍
We had a guy who harassed folks on "his road", even going so far as to block it on occasion. He ended up going to jail.
LMAO