Epic Adventure on the Mojave Road | East to West

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  • čas přidán 29. 08. 2024
  • We spent three days #overlanding on the historic #MojaveRoad with two Tacomas and Two Jeep Wrangler TJs. The Mojave Road is a historical route, roughly 150 miles long, that traverses the desert between the Colorado River and the Mojave River in Southern California. The road was used by indigenous people to transport goods from the southwest to trade with costal tribes. The route later assisted American settlers on their journey westward. On this trip we referenced the #MojaveRoadGuide by Dennis Casebier. This guide provided mile-by-mile descriptions of the road and is an excellent planning resource for your own Mojave Road Adventure.
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Komentáře • 133

  • @LivingtheSilverLife
    @LivingtheSilverLife Před 2 lety +1

    Like how when you're with a group you pull out the maps in your planning group sessions. The penny can tree is cool. Makes you wonder who started that. 10 hours of driving is quite a long day. Hanging out by the fire with a hot meal is a great way to spend the evening. Leave no trace is what we wish everyone practiced. It sounded more like a war strategy meeting. Ribeyes! Nice. Looks like another amazing trip.

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +2

      We enjoy learning on these trips from our fellow travelers. There were some added quirks along the trail that made it fun. The best part was the history. Thank you friends for watching and leaving us comment.

  • @BeCCaWhere2GoNext
    @BeCCaWhere2GoNext Před 2 lety +2

    Looks super adventurous and fun! and more fun with friends! Superb!

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +2

      Such a fun adventure!! This is one trip that should be done with friends. We all had a great time.

  • @SomeplaceOrAnother
    @SomeplaceOrAnother Před 2 lety +2

    Interesting stops on todays journey 😀👍

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      So much cool history and fun quirky ones added!

  • @pjourneys5337
    @pjourneys5337 Před 2 lety +1

    So amazing tree days !

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Three days is great amount of time for this route. It was a blast, and we look forward to doing it again. Thanks for watching.

  • @gosiarhomecooking5123
    @gosiarhomecooking5123 Před 2 lety +1

    Hello dear friends , fantastic adventure. I really enjoyed watching 👍🌹👍

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      So glad you came along and enjoyed our video! Thank you for watching and commenting.

  • @waxifari5528
    @waxifari5528 Před 2 lety +2

    @7:55 my wife and I have an inside joke about ‘pack in what you pack out’

  • @momjessicakurnia9327
    @momjessicakurnia9327 Před 2 lety +1

    Hello 🤝🙋 nice sharing and big like my friend 👍👍 enjoy watching and sending my support 👏🥂🙏 stay safe

  • @foodruraltv
    @foodruraltv Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you so much for the great upload, big like for you my new friend!

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you for watching and commenting. Do you do any overlanding or adventuring?

  • @TheTolleRoad
    @TheTolleRoad Před 2 lety +1

    Epic journey. Loved the old structure relics.

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +2

      Pretty cool to see and learn about along the way. Thanks for coming along for the adventure.

  • @AFKDays
    @AFKDays Před 2 lety +1

    What a great adventure with friends. Keep them coming!

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      More to come! Happy Adventures Friends! Sorry for the late reply, a ton of our comments were held for review???

  • @kenzi.h
    @kenzi.h Před rokem +1

    Planning to ride on this road!! Thank you ❤

  • @natureadventureofficial6290

    This is really adventure. Driving through desert is so exciting. Tks for sharing.

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      This is the perfect time for this trip. The desert is just beautiful. Thank you for coming along.

  • @oz8799
    @oz8799 Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome stuff

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Such a great adventure. It is one trail that should be experienced. Do you have a favorite trail? Thank you fir coming along for the journey.

  • @BrokenDreamsReborn
    @BrokenDreamsReborn Před 2 lety +1

    This looks like such an amazing place to see and explore! ~ Shion and Matthew

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      It was an epic three days. Appreciate you coming along.

  • @marcelbrusca7684
    @marcelbrusca7684 Před 2 lety +1

    I love your videos! Your adventures are exciting!❤️❤️❤️ I look forward to the next vid!! 😘😘😘

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you, that really means so much to us!!!

  • @mitravilla3120
    @mitravilla3120 Před 2 lety +1

    Beautiful sharing god bless ❤

  • @margettehill8172
    @margettehill8172 Před 2 lety +1

    Ons of my favorite videos! I would love to see the mines. Great video.

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you!!! We are so thankful for your support and connecting with us! The mine was super cool, there are several along the route.

  • @stabbincabbincowbboy3770
    @stabbincabbincowbboy3770 Před 2 lety +2

    BiG Like 7 8🌵With a HeeHawww Mojave Desert 🏜 is Awsum..
    Penny Heads 🆙 This is Sum Good Music Playing. 🪵🔥🥃 That Rock House is Way Cool in The Middle of NowhereLand.. 🇺🇸 🌶📬 🥩✌🏻🤠

  • @enroutewithchuckandcherie

    love that penny can!! how cool!!! you guys always find the hidden gems!!! you do such a great job with your commentary, Milin!! We enjoyed this video so much!! So great camping with great people and get to share the love of it with others!! Can't wait to see what Beach to Mountains is!!! Loved the video as always!!

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      So glad you enjoyed it. We had such an adventure, this was an awesome trail and glad we could share it. It is one trip that should be be a journey with friends.

  • @jaygorakht5135
    @jaygorakht5135 Před 2 lety +1

    Wow always artistic✌️😍😍

  • @aatravelling7625
    @aatravelling7625 Před 2 lety +1

    That was a great adventure! It's a really cool place. Big Like...Have a nice day!

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      So glad you enjoyed it. The Mojave Road is a great trail with so much history. Thanks for watching.

  • @ambercw5151
    @ambercw5151 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for sharing your wonderful road trip with nice explanation 👍 😀 👌 😊

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you for coming along for the adventure!!!

  • @lostintravel_at
    @lostintravel_at Před 2 lety +1

    Great adventure - thanks for sharing - and so much history. :-)

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      So glad you enjoyed it. It was super cool tracking along such a historical trail.

  • @costat9995
    @costat9995 Před 2 lety +1

    That’s a dope real desert for a 4x4 experience….
    Would love to do that in the US ❤️

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Yes it was. It was so cool to journey down a historic route used first by indigenous tribes then by the early settlers heading out west.

  • @TooMuchLuggage
    @TooMuchLuggage Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome adventure. Nicely done!👍

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you! 👍 You are both having some amazing trips. Be safe.

  • @TheSmallsRVAdventures
    @TheSmallsRVAdventures Před 2 lety +2

    I’m happy I came across your channel. I love supporting fellow creators. The truck is nice. I’m subscribed.

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +2

      Thank you so much. We are glad that you came along for the adventure with us on the historic Mojave Road!

  • @Filipinospanishwalk
    @Filipinospanishwalk Před 2 lety +1

    awesome views along the way. Great sharing 👍 greetings and watching from Spain

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Salamat! So glad you came along for the ride!!! Thank you for leaving us a comment.

  • @4x4hoth
    @4x4hoth Před 2 lety +1

    Take us next time!

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      👍🏼👍🏼 We can’t wait to do it again!!!!

  • @Sergiop4x
    @Sergiop4x Před 2 lety +1

    Gosh... Take me back already. Definitely my favorite trail. Can't wait to go back. Good work on the edits you speed machine!

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      We can’t wait to do it again also! So glad you all had fun. Loved all the photos you posted. It was a full day of work editing, had to get it done before going back to the nine to five ☺️

  • @visionoverland8524
    @visionoverland8524 Před 2 lety +1

    You guys make outstanding content! 🤘🏼

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you so much, we are growing with each adventure! So thankful for your support and having you on our adventures.

  • @TheCountrySquireRV
    @TheCountrySquireRV Před 2 lety +1

    I can't even imagine being an early settler and walking that road. I'm too weak lol

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +2

      Right! People were resilient and brave. Let along being juggled around in a wagon on those washboard roads.

  • @RelaxationMusicc
    @RelaxationMusicc Před 2 lety +1

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    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      💯, let’s spread more of that positivity so that it catches fire! Thank you for your support.

  • @NhoQue-pj2jt
    @NhoQue-pj2jt Před 2 lety +1

    Very nice enjoyed watching stay connected friend.

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you for watching and coming along for the adventure!

  • @HappyPlaceCamping
    @HappyPlaceCamping Před 2 lety +1

    Looks like a fun place to 4x4 it. Oh cool fort ruins. Ok the penny can thing is pretty cool. First I've heard of that. Awesome place to set up camp! Spam!! We had spam in one of our recent vids. It's a great food for camping!! We definitely need to get some real maps before we go overlanding. Loving the rock house!! Neat guest book thing. It's really cool that you have these neat little stops on your trip. Pretty view from that camp! The mine is pretty neat, but thinking I'd pass on going in. Those kind of scare me. Never heard of the traveling monument either. A little muddin' by the bridge. Fun!! There's so much cool stuff in this video!!

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +2

      It was quite an adventure packed three days! We packed in a-lot of driving miles but had some great stops along the way for exploring! Can’t go wrong with Spam when camping! Thank you friends for watching and your continued support!

  • @lambertwalks5929
    @lambertwalks5929 Před 2 lety +1

    Wonderful video great work

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Appreciate the positive feedback, thank you.

  • @KrisPlorer
    @KrisPlorer Před 2 lety +1

    Another awesome video….hope u saved the route so maybe one day we can also explore

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Oh for sure, we loved this trip and will be back. Thanks for watching.

  • @O4lo
    @O4lo Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome video! My to do list for 2021. I'll probably take a small group with me lol. Took down some notes while watching this video! Hope to meet you guys soon.

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      It is a great trail and one to do with a group. We hope to see you at a future event and adventure!

  • @timbaker4423
    @timbaker4423 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Great video! I wanted to do a Mojave Train trip this November, but it's probably going to have to wait until next year.

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 11 měsíci +2

      Highly recommend this trip. It is one of our top five. So much great history along this trail.

  • @axerxes3981
    @axerxes3981 Před 2 lety +1

    Kids..... more dialogue please. Back there you stopped at a place that had some buildings and a mine. What is/was that?? Looked like someone lived there.. yes?? I like your background music. Nice touch. Thanks for sharing..... Ax

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Hello and thank you for coming along our trip on the Mojave Road. Yes, there are several abandoned mines and some cabins maintained by volunteers as adopt-cabin, which are functional and people actually camp at. Some are the Aiken Cinder Mine, Paymaster Mine, and Oro Fino, which were gold mines dating to 1900 or so.

  • @MagellanandGreyhound
    @MagellanandGreyhound Před 2 lety +3

    Awesome! Looks like an area we'll be seeing soon too 😀 - I really like the ruins and mines. And the sun in the desert - man ... Every time I see SoCal I think of Queens of the Stone Age lol

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +2

      We love exploring the desert in the winter. There is so much to see out there. Looking forward to Death Valley 🏜 next!

    • @MagellanandGreyhound
      @MagellanandGreyhound Před 2 lety +2

      @@OpenRoad4Two Oh man, is that the next long weekend you're doing, or will we see you? :)

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      @@MagellanandGreyhound it will be in December 😉

  • @DinaTour9
    @DinaTour9 Před 2 lety +1

    Nice video ım support you form Türkey❤️

  • @frednorman1
    @frednorman1 Před 2 lety +1

    Good videography AND editing. Beautiful country..Would be nice to include an animated map showing the trail..

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you so much. There was so much footage to go through. It sure is a beautiful place with an amazing landscape. Thank you for suggesting the map, great idea 👍🏼

  • @jeeper5264
    @jeeper5264 Před 2 lety +2

    great video guys! I Love this trail...done it many times..gotta love the desert in the winter..so beautiful

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +2

      Thank you so much! It was our first time and we look forward to doing it again.

  • @steelontarget
    @steelontarget Před 2 lety +1

    Looks like you guys took a detour to the new york mountains to camp

  • @MountainRoots
    @MountainRoots Před 2 lety +3

    This looks like such a great trip! I'm a huge western fan, so every time you explore places like this I can't help but see scenes from the old shows & movies 😁. Thx for sharing the journey!! ✌️

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +2

      We love history and it was so neat traveling the same route that the early settlers and indigenous people traveled. Thanks for coming along.

  • @TilFurtherNotice
    @TilFurtherNotice Před 2 lety +1

    Wow! Epic adventure Plus history, totally our cup of tea! So fun to do the trek with a group too. This makes us miss the desert! Love all of the stops along the way. Thanks so much for taking us along! Safe travels-Scott and Tammy

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +2

      The history combined with the trail made this trip so epic! This is one trail that you want to compete with at least two rigs for safety. Thanks for coming along for the adventure friends!

  • @buildanadventure
    @buildanadventure Před 2 lety +3

    I love it when traveling and history coincide. Beautiful footage of a beautiful place. Stay safe out there, friends. 💕

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +2

      Absolutely!!! You gain a real respect and appreciation for the experience.

  • @SwiftyTravels
    @SwiftyTravels Před 2 lety +1

    What a fun adventure! I love all the history you discovered and fun traditions for other fellow travelers!

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      So true, we both really enjoyed the history along the trail. Made the stops we made come to life!

  • @CelticPaths4k
    @CelticPaths4k Před 2 lety +1

    I love desert landscapes, they are so different to my area and it is wonderful to see different places. Without a doubt the mine and the historical past of the area is a bonus 👍

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      You hit the nail on the head, the historical past made this trip so much more lively and exciting. We are so lucky that our friends had such knowledge to share with us. Thanks for watching and coming along for the ride.

  • @TheLaughingLion
    @TheLaughingLion Před 2 lety +1

    Wow these roads are legendary, to travel these roads that indigenous people used to travel is amazing. Doing all of those miles it's very tiring. The desert can be beautiful and harsh at the same time.

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      It left us in awe at how the people were able to survive and cross that many miles. The desert is beautiful but also harsh.

  • @tranghuynh8934
    @tranghuynh8934 Před 2 lety +1

    👏👏🔔🔔🤝🤝🤝💖💖

  • @SoonerGirlTravels
    @SoonerGirlTravels Před 2 lety +1

    This was so cool! Loved seeing the different vehicles exploring the desert. So thrilled that you got to do this with new friends

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you!!! These people made this such an awesome experience. Looking forward to traveling with them again. Thanks for watching and leaving us a comment, we appreciate it.

  • @TravellersDiaryCover
    @TravellersDiaryCover Před 2 lety +2

    Wow that is really incredible place, the memorial part is really interesting, thanks for sharing your tour guys we enjoyed it and the scenery, have fun and stay safe 🔥🔥💯🤗

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you for joining us on the trail and leaving us a comment.

  • @WeretheRoberts
    @WeretheRoberts Před 2 lety +1

    hey, what happens when that can is full for real? lol What an awesome trip you had here.... very cool stuff... I love how you guys show the planning of the routes, also... gotta love a paper map, eh? :)

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      I believe the park ranges come out and empty it, but not 💯 sure. This was a great trip and having a map gives you better spatial awareness. Thanks for watching friends.

    • @WeretheRoberts
      @WeretheRoberts Před 2 lety

      @@OpenRoad4Two I was wondering if the bears emptied it and had a movie night. lol. Very cool trip for real guys. That looks like a lot of fun

  • @steveelliott1160
    @steveelliott1160 Před 2 lety +1

    Congratulations Guys! This was and outstanding video. I love the scenery and all the history you brought out. Thank You for making great videos like this!

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Appreciate that so much Steve! The trail offered so much different terrain and it was amazing to roll through history.

  • @vs123
    @vs123 Před 2 lety +1

    You go travel adventure desert aride plance

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      We love adventuring on the desert. It is a harsh landscape that is so beautiful.

  • @jsoverland
    @jsoverland Před 2 lety +1

    Looks like another awesome trip! Was it cold at NY Mountains?

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +2

      We wish you could have made this one. It was a great trip. The weather was perfect, not too chilly at all.

    • @jsoverland
      @jsoverland Před 2 lety

      @@OpenRoad4Two Nice! looks amazing! :) I got swamped with crazy turnaround deadlines that need to complete by this week. I would have been over stressed. So glad it was a great trip.

  • @UniqueAdventurez
    @UniqueAdventurez Před 2 lety +1

    That was an amazing trip. Definitely makes it better when you have a caravan of cool people. Loved all the stops , but that abandoned mine was really neat, glad to see Millian got her 1st water crossing ! Keep up the amazing work !

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      This is one trip that is pretty remote and good to take as a group. We all had a blast and she was pretty excited to do that water crossing! Thanks so much for watching.

  • @Pixics
    @Pixics Před 2 lety +1

    Do you know the history of the penny can? how did that tradition start? Another great adventure btw, I would never be able to make it out there in my minivan.

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +2

      Not sure when it exactly started, but it is mile marker tradition to leave your own penny with a wish for good luck!

  • @TMcClintock
    @TMcClintock Před 9 měsíci +1

    Thanks for the video, enjoyed it. Question...did you have to use the gas in the Rotopaxs or did you make it on a tank of gas?

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 9 měsíci

      We made it ok in our Tacoma. The Jeeps utilized ⛽️ in their Rotopaxs.

  • @danalim9670
    @danalim9670 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for taking us along😇 any spots on the way where 4x4 is absolutely necessary?

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +2

      There are some steep climbs with ruts and rocks and a sandy area that require 4WD.

    • @danalim9670
      @danalim9670 Před 2 lety

      Argh I only have a single-legger

    • @danalim9670
      @danalim9670 Před 2 lety +1

      Thank You for the tip😇

  • @steelontarget
    @steelontarget Před 2 lety +1

    You guys didn't do spooky canyon!

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      Gives us a reason to go back and explore the Canyon!

    • @steelontarget
      @steelontarget Před 2 lety +1

      @@OpenRoad4Two in afton canyon, there is an area where you can park and hike in where the canyon turns very narrow and essentially pitch black into a cave and has rock climbing sections to go out the other side. Then when you back to Afton Canyon to explore that, also make time to check out the Mojave Mega horn which is outside the canyon by maybe 40 mins.

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +2

      @@steelontarget thank you for the tips!!! Time to plan a return trip when it gets cooler!

    • @steelontarget
      @steelontarget Před 2 lety +1

      @@OpenRoad4Two maybe I'll see you out there someday. I am going to getting a SP for my Ram as well.

    • @OpenRoad4Two
      @OpenRoad4Two  Před 2 lety +1

      @@steelontarget that will be awesome!

  • @bigmikestan
    @bigmikestan Před 5 měsíci

    Native indians used the trails first