Bron'Con 2026!

[popo_patty]

Hey ya'll, I am excited to announce that I will be leading the first ever semi-official Bronco's on the Rubicon event!
My hope is that this event grows each year to become a more formal, event with more room as it grows. To begin, we have capped drivers registrations at 20 vehicles for this first event. Mainly so we can work out the kinks easier and get our legs stretched. All proceeds from the event registration and raffles will go to the Rubicon Trail Foundation and be earmarked to only be used for the Rubicon trail maintenance and on-going legal battle funds that keep the trail open for all.

Registration opens July 1st at 6PM and the spots will go FAST.

We will have expert spotters, mechanics and trail support along the way. We have over 11 companies sponsoring the raffles and will be doing the raffle at the Rubicon Springs campground where we have the VIP site reserved for our group.

With years of experience taking groups through the Rubicon in either Bronco's or with the Jamboree's, you will be in good hands!

https://www.trailviewexpeditions.com/broncon

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[Snacktime]

Party on the Rubicon!

 

[Scoop]

Sounds like fun! I've taken my 76 Bronco on the Rubicon but not sure I would take my stock Stroppe on it. That said, it's an awesome trail that I'd love to do again.

 

[Felix808]

Great stuff & best wishes on this adventure
I didn't see the cost or the dates, but I'm sure you are not charging enough. Ford starts at $3,695 + $1.995 for each additional passenger. Only Raptors are capable enough

https://www.ford.com/experiences/off-road-adventures/rubicon-trail

Rubicon Trail

Starting at $3,695
Meet in Georgetown, CA
August 27-29, 2026
Bring your own Ford Bronco® Raptor® SUV


Take On The Rubicon Trail

Our Greatest Challenge
The Rubicon Trail is our most difficult adventure, designed for advanced off-road drivers. The trails require a Bronco Raptor on 37-inch tires. Drivers up to the task will travel through breathtaking scenery and camp in private land as they conquer the Rubicon.

In the Heart of the High Sierras
Go deep into the heart of California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains, where stunning scenery and challenging terrain await. Traverse dramatic rocky landscapes, with pristine mountain lakes and wildlife from bald eagles to bears. Follow in the footsteps of explorers who braved the Rubicon, seeking a clear path across the Sierras.

Dining & Camping Under the Stars
Bring your tent. Our guides provide a dining area, portable bathrooms, and shower at unforgettable campsites. The camp chef will serve up filling meals like a gourmet cowboy burger bar or fajitas. You’ll spend two nights under the open sky.


Note:
This adventure requires at least five reservations to depart. A maximum of 12 vehicles can participate.
Key Information
Dates
Aug. 27-29, 2026
Trip Duration
Three days, two nights
Starting Location
Georgetown, CA
Terrain
Rocks and boulders
Trail Rating
10
Demanding. Challenging for novice drivers. Obstacles will include mud holes, boulders, streams, and hill climbs. Requires 4WD and low range.
Skill Level
Advanced
Extremely demanding. Reserved for the toughest off-road trail in the US- the Rubicon Trail. Requires 4WD, low range, lockers, and sway bar disconnects. Obstacles become extremely difficult to navigate. Use of spotters and traveling with additional support vehicles is highly recommended. Equipment breakdowns are more probable. Not recommended for stock vehicles or inexperienced drivers.
Full Itinerary
Day 1
7:00 AM
Meet the Ford off-roading team in Georgetown, CA., undergo a quick vehicle and equipment review checklist and receive a welcome packet. After a brief orientation, the group will make a 1-hour journey through the beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills to the Rubicon Trail.
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
The onsite team will lead a short session outlining the program flow, safety protocol, and upcoming activities, and answer any questions guests may have. Traverse the Rubicon Trail from Loon Lake Dam to Spider Lake. Lunch on the trail (attendees are responsible for all lunches and snacks). Late afternoon arrival at camp.
6:00 PM
Dinner the first night on the trail will be provided in camp, and guests will have an opportunity to share stories of their experiences around the campfire after completing the first portion of the Rubicon Trail.

Day 2
Sunrise to 8:00 AM
Waking to the smells of coffee and breakfast cooking, the early hours will be spent preparing for the day ahead and breaking down camp in preparation of departing on the trail.
8:30 AM
Depart camp for a full day on the Rubicon Trail. Today, the group will drive from Spider Lake to Rubicon Springs base camp. Along the way, the group will stop at Buck Island Lake for an afternoon swim. This is a gorgeous location for lunch along the trail.
12:00 PM
Lunch on trail (attendees are responsible for all lunches and snacks). After lunch, the group will make the arduous trek around Buck Island Lake. This section of the Rubicon Trail is the most challenging and is slow to navigate. Patience and a positive attitude are a required skill set for today’s trail ride.
5:00 PM
Arrive at Rubicon Springs and set up camp. Dinner in camp will be a meal worthy of the efforts extended over the day’s excursion and enjoyed in the beauty of Rubicon Springs with the sounds of the Rubicon River running alongside camp. After dinner, the group will enjoy an evening under the stars and around the campfire with s’mores and stories from the trail.

Day 3
Sunrise to 8:00 AM
Waking to the sounds and scents of breakfast in camp, attendees will have time to enjoy a slower start to the morning before departing on the last leg of the trail.
9:00 AM
Depart base camp and complete the final leg of the Rubicon Trail ending with lunch on the shore of Lake Tahoe before an afternoon departure.
1:00 PM
Arrive in Lake Tahoe and celebrate the completion of the world-famous Rubicon Trail.

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