An unforgettable 90-mile dual sport journey through Anza-Borrego Desert State Park and Ocotillo Wells, packed with iconic landmarks, wildly varied terrain, and the kind of desert beauty that stays with you long after the ride ends

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Jan 18, 2026

Dec 29, 2025

Baptized by Sand: Riding Superstition Mountain

Dec 29, 2025

One of the Department of Wander crew’s final outings of the year took us deep into the Southern California desert, to a place that doesn’t just test riders - it reshapes them. Superstition Mountain, tucked near the Mexican border between Ocotillo Wells and the edge of nowhere, is all about sand, speed, and learning to trust your throttle.

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Dec 29, 2025

Dec 13, 2025

Carved by Time: Riding the Landscapes of Ballinger Canyon

Dec 13, 2025

Ballinger Canyon isn’t just a place you ride through - it’s a place you ride within. The scenery feels massive and intimate at the same time. Towering canyon walls rise up on either side, shaped by time and weather, their layers telling a story that stretches far beyond a single ride. In the narrow sections, the land closes in, amplifying every sound and making each turn feel deliberate and earned.

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Dec 13, 2025

Dec 2, 2025

LAB2V 2025: 500 Miles, Broken Bones, and the Brotherhood of the Desert

Dec 2, 2025

500 miles. Two days. One busted thumb. And a desert that tried to break us.
Ride with the Department of Wander crew across the Mojave on the legendary LAB2V—Palmdale to Barstow to Vegas—through sand, rock, wind, and absolute chaos. This is the Thanksgiving sufferfest we’ll never forget

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Dec 2, 2025

Oct 28, 2025

The Return of a Legend: Riding the 2025 Checkers River Run

Oct 28, 2025

The legendary Checkers River Run roared back to life in 2025, and the Department of Wander crew couldn’t resist the challenge. Two hundred miles of raw Mojave Desert lay ahead — from the volcanic fields near Barstow to the golden shores of the Colorado River. What followed was a punishing, unforgettable journey of endurance, dust, and desert beauty.

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Oct 28, 2025

Sep 14, 2025

Riding the Reopened Trails of Hungry Valley OHV

Sep 14, 2025

Riding the single track here is always a treat. Flowing turns, stretches of loose sand, climbs that test your balance, and fast runs where you can let the bike breathe. Hungry Valley offers a mix that works for riders of any skill level.

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Sep 14, 2025

Jun 7, 2025

Giant Loop Ride 2025

Jun 7, 2025

If you’ve ever wanted to feel the wild pulse of the American West beneath your tires, the annual Giant Loop Ride out of Crane Hot Springs, Oregon, might just be your calling.

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Jun 7, 2025

May 17, 2025

San Francisquito Canyon

May 17, 2025

If you're itching for a dirt escape that’s big bike friendly and just a short ride from the sprawl of Los Angeles, San Francisquito Canyon might just be your ticket.

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May 17, 2025

May 11, 2025

Alabama Hills

May 11, 2025

The iconic Alabama Hills near Lone Pine

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May 11, 2025

Frazier Mountain

May 11, 2025

Stunning views and exciting single track riding amongst the trees on Frazier Mountain

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May 11, 2025

Apr 26, 2025

Hidden Dirt Riding Gems in LA County

Apr 26, 2025

30+ miles of big bike friendly dirt roads a stone throw from Los Angeles

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Apr 26, 2025

Apr 21, 2025

Dove springs. Best single track riding in california?

Apr 21, 2025

Dove Springs offer scenic trails for riders at every skill level.

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Apr 21, 2025

Find your own adventure

Riding in California elicits pure joy. An unspoken connection between you, the earth, and the endless sky. Each twist and turn ignites a feeling so profound that it drowns out the noise of the world - leaving only the hum of the engine and the wild beauty of the ride. Enjoy, be safe and ride responsibly.

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