Off-roading may not be the sport of kings, but it’s a whole lot of fun for those of us who don’t mind getting a little dirty. In fact, here at North Hollywood Toyota, we encourage buyers of the new 2016 Toyota Tacoma to venture with their new rides off the beaten path. We don’t give our trucks their legendary TRD Off-Road capabilities for nothing, after all.
So where should daredevils and other adventurous types
go for some off-roading fun in the LA area? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Read on to discover our list of the best off-roading sites in and around Los Angeles.
Marian Campground, which sits 6,600 feet above sea level and overlooks the central valley, makes a great basecamp for a weekend of off-roading. This five-site remote campground features ATV trails, 4x4 accessible lookouts with
beautiful views, and plenty of open road and sparse pine forests for driving. Marian Campground is located off Mil
Potero Highway, to the west of the Pine Mountain Club.
If sand is more your style, the Oceano Dunes SVRA offers 3,600 acres of open dunes that are perfect for off-roading. Located just south of Pismo Beach, this sandy expanse has open stretches that are perfect for beginners and experienced off-roaders alike.
The Joshua Tree National Park isn’t just home to some of California’s most stunning desert scenery – it’s also full of 4x4
trails and perfect off-roading spots for experienced drivers. Given Joshua Tree’s remote location and sometimes difficult terrain, it may not be a good starting place. But for the experienced (and well provisioned), it’s off-roading heaven.
Straddling Los Angeles and
Ventura counties, Hungry Valley offers a variety of perfect off-roading terrain, including sand washes and steep climbs. Encompassing nearly 130 miles of open land near the Angeles and Los Padres national forests, off-roaders are sure to find the challenges of their choice somewhere in the Hungry Valley.
Surrounding Big Bear Lake is a plethora of
prime off-roading spots, perfect for beginners and advanced off-roaders. If the forest trails aren’t your style, the remote campground at Big Pine Flat offers a more secluded and open spot that’s just made for an off-roading adventure.
Of course, before you go off-roading you need a vehicle that can handle the ride. The
2016 Toyota Tacoma is the most powerful and fuel efficient Tacoma ever made, and features the legendary TRD Off-Road toughness that has made the Tacoma a favorite among adventurous drivers.
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