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Join us as we look back on an unforgettable journey celebrating 50 years of ARB.

Over five days, the team hit classic Pacific Northwest rain, rugged Idaho trails, freezing Montana nights, and the iconic landscapes of Yellowstone putting ARB gear to the test every mile of the way.

From a wet Seattle sendoff to carving through the Sawtooth Range, climbing Boulder Basin, ripping St. Anthony’s dunes, and finally gathering at the XO Ranch, the trip captured everything ARB stands for: capability, camaraderie, and the spirit of adventure.

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Day 1: Auburn HQ → Palouse Falls → Hells Canyon → Snake River Camp

The convoy rolled out of Auburn HQ under classic Seattle rain, pushing east until the skies opened over Washington’s rolling farmland. A stop at Palouse Falls delivered the first big moment of the trip before the team continued south toward the edge of Hells Canyon.

Camp was set at Hells Gate State Park, right on the Snake River, the perfect first-night base for gear checks and trail prep.

ARB Tip: Always make time to wrap up the night with dinner, a quick gear check, and trail stories shared under the stars.

Day 2: Hells Gate → McCall → No Business Lookout → Long Creek Trail Camp

A cold, clear morning made for a fast departure toward McCall. With daylight worth more than lunch, the crew skipped No Business Lookout and pushed deeper into the Boise National Forest.

The day wrapped at a quiet dispersed camp along Long Creek, offering remote forest views and a calm reset before the bigger trails ahead.

ARB Tip: Be flexible when off road, swapping stops for daylight is often the difference between smooth progress and late-night trail running.

Day 3: Long Creek 4×4 → Stanley → Boulder Basin → Idaho Falls

Day three opened on the Long Creek 4×4 trail, a muddy, rutted warm-up before the convoy aired up and pushed toward the Sawtooth Range. A quick lunch in Stanley set the team up for the climb into Boulder Basin, where loose rock, exposure, and patches of spring snow kept everyone sharp.

The group descended by dusk and finished the night in Idaho Falls for a well-earned break.

ARB Tip: Expect fast-changing conditions at altitude so pack extra layers and easy-access recovery gear.

Day 4: St. Anthony’s Sand Dunes → Big Sky Backcountry Camp

After a slow morning and flag installs, the team pointed their rigs toward the St. Anthony Sand Dunes. The rest of the morning was pure fun – wide-open throttle, long climbs, and plenty of excitement. Soft sand and steep faces put the vehicles (and drivers) to work before everyone aired up and headed north.

Crossing into Montana, temperatures dropped fast as the convoy set up camp at Big Sky. The night ended with dispersed camping in freezing weather – clear skies, heavy frost, and a true test of cold-weather gear and setups.

ARB Tip: Sand dunes are always fun but make sure you have sand flags installed to ensure you are visible in tough terrain.

Day 5: Yellowstone National Park → Mammoth Hot Springs → XO Ranch

A final breakfast hash powered the team into West Yellowstone before entering the park’s northern route. Wildlife sightings, geothermal features, and a lunch stop at Mammoth Hot Springs set a fitting tone for one final panoramic moment.

The journey closed at the X Overland Ranch (an iconic location for the overlanding community), where five days of mud, sand, snow, and miles wrapped with a celebration of 50 years of ARB adventure and the legacy behind it.

ARB Tip: As the expedition draws to a close, celebrate the milestone journey with the team that shared it, and remember, the best trails are still waiting.

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