Toyota Cruisers & Trucks Adventure

By Kathy Locke. From the Fall 2021 Issue of Toyota Cruisers and Trucks. A truck with a soul? It sounds like something out of a movie, but for one vintage Toyota, it's a very real story of grit, destiny, and a second chance. This isn't just about a vehicle; it's about a 1981 Toyota 4x4 pickup that was born to race, spent years in quiet obscurity, and has now been reborn as the "Baby Trophy Truck" to dominate the most brutal off-road races. The question isn't whether it can win, but how a vehicle with a documented history can prove its heart is still in the race.

By Dean Moran From the Fall 2016 issue Ever wonder what it's like to trade your daily routine for a life of endless waves and open road? For sixteen months, my wife, our dog, and I lived that dream, driving our 2001 Toyota Tacoma from Baja, Mexico, all the way down the Pacific coast to Chile, and then across to Uruguay. This wasn't just a road trip; it was a lesson in the freedom of a nomadic lifestyle, proving that the real adventure lies in the journey itself, not just the destination.

By Phillip Jones Discover the unique appeal of the Ozark National Forest for overland adventures, there is so much to explore, without all the crowds! Read the full article online or in the app for iOS or Android.

By Michael Holland A two man overland trip Idaho's backcountry roads, mountains and forests, fly fishing in rivers and soaking in natural hot springs. Camping along the way and enjoying the scenery and solitude. It turns out Idaho is a beautiful state with many outdoor activities to enjoy, and the state offers much more than just potatoes. Read the full article online or in the app for iOS or Android.

Most would say Arizona is just a hot desert. You've been to the Grand Canyon and saw the big hole in the ground, but have you been to southern Arizona and witnessed the grandeur of the wide open ranges around the Patagonia Mountains and the San Rafael Valley? Read the full article online or in the app for iOS or Android.

On  Kyushu  Island,  the  southernmost  of  Japan's  four  main  islands you  can  truly  get  away  from  Japan's  massive  urbanized  world  of  concrete  and  highways.  Here,  within  a  couple  of  hours'  driving  you  can  visit  the  bright  pink  and  blue  geysers  of  Beppu,  hike  around  the  Aso  Volcano,  and  chill  amidst  hippy  vibes  along  the  beach  of  Miyazaki.  

Adventure seekers are always looking for new places to explore in hopes of finding unfamiliar and untapped locations. There's something to be said about surrounding yourself in unknown environments and the adrenaline rush that takes over in certain challenges.  Read the full article online or in the app for iOS or Android.

One of the more scenic overland destinations in Texas is located within Big Bend National Park in the Texas mountains and basin region. By stitching together a route from the network of 4x4 park roads, a sightseeing overland trip with multiple nights of backcountry camping without ever leaving the park can be formulated. 

In winter, dreaming of summer adventures is a great way to pass the time. You can imagine going on long hikes and exploring the outdoors. Or, you can head north in your Land Cruiser. Read the full article online or in the app for iOS or Android.

The promise of sleepy beach towns, pristine and secluded beaches, geothermal features, and misty rainforests drew us to visit The Coromandel Peninsula (The Coro, for short) toward the end of our latest visit to New Zealand.  Read the full article online or in the app for iOS or Android.