Volcanic Frontiers: Overlanding the Hidden Lassen BDT

Join the OTG crew as they trek deep into the Southern Cascades to tackle one of Northern California's most diverse routes: the Lassen Backcountry Discovery Trail. For this journey, the boys cover 181 miles of rugged volcanic terrain, trading the valley heat for high-altitude adventure. Along the way, they climb to the summits of dormant stratovolcanos, navigate ancient lava fields, and pay their respects at Ishi's monument—all while following the original tracks of 19th-century settlers. It’s a grueling test of both man and machine in a landscape that feels like another planet. Lassen Backcountry Discovery Trail The Lassen BDT is a legendary 181-mile route that bridges the gap between the Sierra Nevada and the Cascades. Known for its incredible "Lookout to Lookout" views and deep pioneer history, this trail offers everything from manicured forest roads to technical secondary tracks that demand 4WD and a sense of adventure. Best explored between June and November, it’s a must-do for any West Coast overlander. https://bit.ly/overland-trail-guides Overland Trail Guides Overland Trail Guides features North America's most extensive library of curated overland routes. OTG features over 100 overland tracks across the USA, Canada, and Mexico with the internet's most detailed overland route guides, GPX files, and technical trail ratings. https://bit.ly/overland-trail-guides