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Chase the horizon with a community that has your back.
Campsites, trails, and community for those who chase horizons. Free dispersed campsites, first-come and reservable park campgrounds, honest trail intel, and the skills to explore responsibly — built by Canadians, for everyone who rolls.
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Where to sleep
Featured campsites
A few of our community's favorite free and low-cost spots, reviewed by the people who camped them.
Tunnel Mountain Village I Campground
Banff National Park, Alberta
The ultimate basecamp right next to the Banff townsite. Massive, heavily treed, and perfect for staging your Rockies adventure.
Two Jack Main Campground
Banff National Park, Alberta
A serene forest setting near Two Jack Lake offering a quiet alternative to Tunnel Mountain while remaining close to Banff.
Johnston Canyon Campground
Banff National Park, Alberta
Ideally positioned right across from the famous Johnston Canyon trail, perfect for beating the crowds to the lower and upper waterfalls.
Where to wheel
Featured trails
Legendary routes with real trail reports — length, difficulty, hazards, and what to bring.
Churn Creek Ridge
British Columbia's most punishing rock crawl — boulder gardens, off-camber ledges, and drop-offs into the Fraser Canyon.
Indian Graves Loop
A classic Alberta mixed-terrain loop — hill climbs, mud holes, and foothills views twenty minutes from Calgary.
Kananaskis Highwood Loop
A high-alpine loop through the Highwood corridor — wildflower meadows, bighorn sheep, and serious mountain weather.
Gather up
Upcoming events
Rallies, expos, trainings, and meetups where the community shows up in person.
Aug 21 – Aug 23, 2026
Yukon Overland Rendezvous
A northern meetup under the midnight sun — group runs on the Tagish backroads, campfire dinners, and twenty hours of daylight.
Aug 28 – Aug 30, 2026
BC Overland Rally
Western Canada's biggest overland rally — workshops, convoy runs, a vendor village, and nights under the Nicola Valley stars.
Sep 11 – Sep 13, 2026
Ontario Overland Rally
Ontario's friendly, family-focused overland gathering — eastern hardwoods, granite lakes, and genuine Canadian hospitality.
Why we do this
Built by the community, for the community
Overland Outpost started as a shared spreadsheet between six rigs. Now it's a resource for thousands across Canada — run on the same principles.
Share real intel
Every campsite and trail report comes from people who've actually been there — conditions, access, and honest difficulty.
Protect the playground
We're stewards first. Leave No Trace, gate etiquette, and respecting local communities keep our access open.
All rigs welcome
From stock Subaru builds to expedition trucks, everyone from weekend warriors to full-timers has a seat at this campfire.
Sharpen the skills
Latest field guides
Planning, gear, safety, and skills — written by people who've made the mistakes so you don't have to.
The Complete Overland Trip Planner
A start-to-finish framework for planning any overland trip — route, fuel, water, permits, and contingencies.
12 Essential Recovery Items for Every Rig
The recovery kit that fits in most rigs and covers 95% of situations you'll actually encounter on the trail.
How to Find Free Campsites (That Are Actually Good)
Beyond the apps: how to read land-use maps, spot legal dispersed camping, and never roll into a closed gate at dusk.
Know a great spot? Add it to the map.
Overland Outpost is only as good as its members. Share a campsite, file a trail report, or volunteer at the next cleanup.