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Colorado Sky Islands: Trip Report
We just wrapped up our Colorado Sky Islands adventure over Labor Day weekend — originally planned as the San Juan Sky Islands — and it turned into something entirely different than expected. Between active fires and burn‑scar flood risk in the San Juans, we made the call a few weeks out to reroute the back half of the trip away from the southern Alpine Loop. Instead of Cinnamon and California Pass, we pointed the group north into the Elk Mountains near Crested Butte. Everyone

Justin Pascarella
Sep 103 min read


New Meetup Spot: Prost Brewing, Wheat Ridge
We've got a new home base for our regular meetups: Prost Brewing's Wheat Ridge Biergarten. If you haven't been to their brand new location, it's exactly what it sounds like — a proper biergarten with a big patio, a solid draft list, and a food menu good enough to make dinner out of. Plenty of room to spread out, easy parking, and it's centrally located for most of the Front Range crew. Basically everything we want out of a meetup spot. First one's on September 8th, starting a

Justin Pascarella
Aug 201 min read


Weekend Warrior or Week-Long Wanderer?
Not everyone's calendar looks the same. Some of you can carve out a Friday-to-Sunday and call it good. Others are already counting down to the week you can disappear off-grid entirely. Good news — we've got a trip for both, plus one in between. Hope to see you out there! Here's what's on the board so far: The Weekend: San Juan Sky Islands September 4–7 · Golden, CO · 9am start · Easy to Moderate If you've never run a multi-day trip before, this is the one built for you. Four

Justin Pascarella
Jul 122 min read


Long time, No Trail?
It's been a minute, Where is everyone? It feels like the trails have been a little too quiet lately. We’ve noticed some familiar rigs and people missing from the monthly meetups, a few camp chairs left empty, and stories we haven’t heard in far too long. Life gets busy — we get it — but the Rocky Mountain Overland community has always been built on friendship, showing up for each other, sharing adventures, and keeping the spirit alive. So let’s fix that. On July 14th, we’re h

Justin Pascarella
Jun 101 min read


Baja Expedition Highlights: March 2026
Week One Field Notes: The first week unfolded as a steady rhythm of rugged desert, coastal stretches, and the camaraderie of shared travel. Crossing into Baja set the tone—dusty roads, wide horizons, and the sea always somewhere nearby. Each day carried its own blend of challenge and reward: driving through rugged terrain, then the relief of reaching a quiet desert or shoreline where the sky came alive under the stars. One town offered a glimpse of history and culture, its m

Justin Pascarella
Apr 72 min read
New Trip Alert: Treasure Hunt In Western Utah
We will be heading to Western Utah from the Bonneville Salt Flats down through rich mining and historical features. We will take some time to view wildlife, dig for some crystals and maybe even a fossil or two. This will also include time for hiking and exploring as well. Come join us in some of the loneliest terrain in the western US. Sign Up here: https://www.rockymountainoverland.com/event-details/treasure-hunt-in-western-utah

Justin Pascarella
Feb 211 min read


Southwest Traverse: Journey Highlights
Southwest Traverse: Closing Out 2025 With a Grand Overland Expedition. I'm currently on a flight to Singapore and Thailand for a few weeks and wanted to take the time to share some highlights from our latest trip. Read on below! With the year coming to a close, I set out to create a grand Southwest expedition to end 2025’s overland adventures on a strong note. We had just returned from an extended 10‑day trip throughout southwest Arizona and New Mexico—but the adventure almos

Justin Pascarella
Dec 25, 20255 min read


Southwest Traverse: New Trip!
From cave entrances and historic adobe outposts to sweeping grasslands and African-like savannahs, the first leg of our journey through southern Arizona is a vivid blend of frontier history and wild beauty. But the adventure doesn’t stop there—if time allows, we’ll push deeper into the borderlands, tracing rugged dirt roads past Montezuma Pass and into the heart of the Wild West. Tombstone’s legends await, followed by volcanic valleys, dramatic mountain crossings, and the hau

Justin Pascarella
Oct 22, 20251 min read


Tri-State Trek: Journey Highlights
Our TST adventure kicked off from our meetup spot in Golden, Colorado, and officially began just outside the town of Maybell, where we...

Justin Pascarella
Oct 11, 20254 min read


The Oregon Odyssey: Journey Highlights
We had quite the journey exploring the striking landscapes of our Oregon trip! Here are some highlights. Much of what we witnessed defies the typical image people have when they think of Oregon. After a day and a half of driving on pavement to kick off our adventure, we dove straight into the stunning vastness of the canyonlands—views that were nothing short of awe-inspiring. Over the next couple of days, we continued exploring and added some fantastic hikes through the gulch

Justin Pascarella
Oct 2, 20253 min read


The Future of Rocky Mountain Overland
This is super important! - We’re always looking for ways to make our trips more epic, more meaningful, and more tailored to the...

Justin Pascarella
Sep 7, 20251 min read


Tri-State Trek - New Trip!
As requested, based on a poll from earlier this year I've created a new trip for October. Our journey will encompass exploring the...

Justin Pascarella
Aug 18, 20251 min read


Dreaming of Overlanding Baja?
🏜️ Explore Baja Like Never Before 🏜️ Rocky Mountain Overland - Guided Baja Trip 14 Days | Baja California | Guided Overland Adventure 🌍 Journey Through Baja’s Wild Heart Join a small group of adventurers for a two-week expedition across Baja California’s most breathtaking landscapes. From coastal camps to mountain trails, this isn’t just a road trip—it’s a deep dive into the ecology, culture, and soul of Baja! Far from your ordinary Baja Expedition. You'll be able to gain

Justin Pascarella
Aug 10, 20253 min read


Our Idaho Backcountry Adventure: Trip Report
We recently returned from our Idaho Backcountry Adventure , and what a memorable journey it was! After our 12hr highway drive, we started...

Justin Pascarella
Aug 6, 20254 min read


Introducing, Roam Wagon!
Me and Shane (RMO Member) have launched a new overland trailer rental business called Roam Wagon . We have a custom built a capable,...

Justin Pascarella
Jul 24, 20251 min read


BBQ and Brews!
Join us for our BBQ and Brews event—A Summer member appreciation gathering hosted by Rocky Mountain Overland on Saturday, August 16th,...

Justin Pascarella
Jul 9, 20251 min read


The Grand Tour 2.0
Hi all! We've added another weekend Summer outing in Colorado. Check out the details below! "The snow has finally melted in the high...

Justin Pascarella
Jun 24, 20251 min read


Public Lands on the Auction Block? Your Voice is Needed.
Public Lands on the Auction Block? Your Voice is Needed. Now is the time to act: https://act.wilderness.org/a/senaterec-june25-web I'm...

Justin Pascarella
Jun 19, 20254 min read
Cast Your Vote!
Hi Everyone! The overlanding season is certainly ramping up. I have a few week long trips in the pipeline and would like your input on...

Justin Pascarella
May 12, 20251 min read


The Idaho Backcountry Journey
The Idaho backcountry is an unforgettable overland adventure that stretches over 1,200 miles from the Nevada border in the South to the...

Justin Pascarella
May 7, 20251 min read
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