Bangs Canyon Jeep Run Gets SKETCHY | Grand Junction

Extreme overlanding adventure through some of the gnarliest terrain outside Grand Junction, Colorado. We tackle Billings Canyon Access Road to score an epic riverside campsite on the Gunnison River, then push our Jeep to the limit on Windmill Road before hitting the infamous Tabeguache Trail where off-camber shelf roads will test your nerve and your rig. TRAIL BREAKDOWN: Day 1 - Billings Canyon Access Road: Remote access route leading to a primo campsite right on the Gunnison River. Dispersed camping at its finest with zero crowds and killer views. Day 2 - Windmill Road to Tabeguache Trail: Technical 4x4 rock crawling with extreme off-camber sections and exposed shelf roads. One wrong move and you're learning what your insurance deductible is. This is advanced terrain - lockers and experience required. LOCATION DETAILS: Area: Outside Grand Junction, Colorado / Uncompahgre National Forest Difficulty: Advanced (Tabeguache Trail sections are no joke) Vehicle Requirements: High-clearance 4x4, lockers highly recommended, 35-inch tires minimum Best Season: Late spring through fall (check conditions) 00:00 - Intro & Trail Overview 00:57 - Billings Canyon Access Road 12:56 - Gunnison River Campsite Arrival 15:44 - Morning Departure 16:23 - Windmill Road Start 26:19 - Tabeguache Trail Entrance 30:35 - First Major Obstacle 45:34 - Most Sketchy Shelf Road 47:18 - Trail Exit & Wrap-Up WHAT YOU'LL SEE: • Wild off-camber shelf roads that'll pucker your seat • Technical rock obstacles requiring precise line choice • Remote Colorado backcountry with minimal traffic • Gunnison River camping spot worth the drive GEAR NOTES: • Recovery gear is mandatory - bring a winch, traction boards, and a buddy • Spotters recommended for the sketchy sections • Full-size spare and tools (you're far from help) Trail Traveler delivers honest overlanding and off-road gear reviews for Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator, and 4x4 enthusiasts. We test gear on real trails across the Western US—no sponsored BS, just what actually works when you're miles from pavement. Subscribe for weekly trail guides and gear reviews that'll keep your rig running and your adventures rolling. #GrandJunctionColorado #TabeguacheTrail #GunnisonRiver #OverlandingColorado #JeepTrails #4x4Adventures #RockCrawling #OffCamberTrails #UncompahgreNationalForest #ExtremeOverlanding Big thanks to our sponsors Dirtbox Overland - Mention Trail Traveler for a discount http://dirtboxoverland.com Progressive Suspension http://progressivesuspension.com Clayton Offroad http://claytonoffroad.com Super Springs Save 15% with JOURNEYBETTER15 https://thetrailtraveler.com/go/super... ------------------------------- #4x4 #4x4offroad #jeep #jeepwrangler #overlanding #moab #utah #colorado #offroad #offroading #travel #adventure #jeeplife #jeeplifestyle ------------------------------- Join our Patreon community:   / trailtraveler   Trail Traveler Merch: https://bit.ly/TrailMerch Check out the Trails Off-Road All Access Pass - Save 25% with this link https://www.trailsoffroad.com/all-acc... Sign up for our newsletter https://thetrailtraveler.com/newsletter/ ------------------------------- JEEP GEAR Yankum Ropes & Recovery Gear (10% discount): https://thetrailtraveler.com/go/yanku... EZ Flate Inflation System: https://ezflate.com/ Save 10% with code COFB10 https://www.oraclelights.com/?ref=KER... Save 10% with code TRAILTRAVELER ------------------------------- OVERLANDING GEAR Devos Camp Light: http://www.devosoutdoor.com/?rstr=tra... Save 10% with 'Trail Traveler' SetPower Fridges - 16% off with discount code Trail Traveler https://thetrailtraveler.com/go/setpower Dometic Fridges and Gear: https://thetrailtraveler.com/go/dometic Bluetti Power Stations: https://thetrailtraveler.com/go/bluetti ------------------------------- JEEP BUILD The Edge 4x4 Automotive: https://theedgeautomotive.com/ Follow our builds at: Bagheera (Gladiator) https://revkit.com/bagheera/ Optimus (Wrangler) https://revkit.com/trailtraveler/ ------------------------------- Check out our Amazon store at: http://www.amazon.com/shop/trailtraveler