Can a stock jeep do Hurricane Creek Trail NC

[@rainsetter]

It’s definitely possible, even without the Rubicon. Completed it in a stock Willys during a hurricane (Laura). Out of the box rigs are capable, but any rig is only as good as its driver.

[@backwoodstherapy]

Willys has the advantage of 32" mud tires. I'd say a Sport could do it too, even with the Dana 35 and non-limited slip axle, but it would need a good set of AT tires (KO2s, Open Country AT3s, Ridge grapplers, etc).

[@marc-andrebenoit5776]

Crossing a bucketlist trail is so fun. The hype, the trail happiness, and the feelings of actually crossing it afterward.

[@SimplyMustGo]

For sure!

[@kevinbeck6419]

I did it in suzuki samurai

[@NCMTNBOY]

Nice video, I drive past the trail all the time, but never make time to go do it. The shorter wheel base of the cj/yj/ and tj's means a lot of things you scrape on with a 4 door a 2 door will clear. I believe most people turning around has more to do with the driver and less about the vehicle. My only advice would be not to pulse through an obstacle. A little momentum with a steady foot will retain traction where stopping and going will result in lost of traction and lateral movement of the vehicle downhill. Always glad to see someone taking their kids outside.

[@SimplyMustGo]

Thanks! Yeah a smaller 2 door would probably crush most of this trail pretty easy. Hope you get to hit the trail soon!

[@khcopter]

I love any video that shows what a stock jeep can do!! since I don’t plan on putting 35s on my Rubicon. I did, however, put a winch on. Best decision I’ve done yet. Thank you for sharing that video really good!! hope you have many more like it!!

[@SimplyMustGo]

Thank you! Yeah a winch is the next thing. Waiting on a steel bumper to come in so I can install it.

[@villageoverland1446]

Completed Hurricane Creek with a stock 4Runner wife and kids then explored around max patch. It was definitely an experience, some spots were sloppy & slippery.

[@SimplyMustGo]

That’s awesome. I want to run it again up to Max Patch. Hoping to make that run soon.

[@Buckingoffroadadventures]

Looks like a fun trail! Definitely added it as a point on OnX to check out next time I'm up around that way.

[@SimplyMustGo]

It’s a fun time for sure!

[@caseyhyde]

Nice!!!! I loved how you just peeled off the interstate. 💪

[@SimplyMustGo]

Yeah, no other real way to do it! haha

[@CooperJones777]

This is one of the best off-roading videos in the east that I have ever seen. Kudos to your driving ability brother.

[@SimplyMustGo]

Thank you so much man! I really appreciate that way more than you know!

[@jemadv1594]

Good presentation. Thank you. PS: We did this trail when dry on BMW r1200gs straight off the showroom floor. Beautiful area

[@supwell]

Man your production quality is so good! Just subscribed. I'd love to see more of these North Carolina trail journeys. Greetings from a fellow stock Jeep Carolinian 🫡

[@SimplyMustGo]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it! Hope I run into you on the trails!

[@lilylavender7152]

We had a stock SR5 2017 4Runner. Did this in the snow, with 33 KO2(maybe not fully stock ☺️). Stock Tacoma Pro, with 31s. 97' 4Runner, open Diff, on 34" mud terrain. '07 FJ, with the most modified stock front and rear. He was the only one that got stuck lol. All about the driver! We had a blast! Gonna do it again!

[@SimplyMustGo]

Haha. Yeah. A good driver can over come a lot of obstacles that a less experienced driver with a great rig can’t do. But it’s always fun!

[@Afrojeeper1701]

I wanted to do this trail to when I got my JKU 3 yrs ago and still haven't gone..I now have a Gladiator Mojave and will try it this Saturday.Great video..Keepem coming 👍👍👍

[@SimplyMustGo]

Nice! You’re going to have a blast!!

[@pglsp]

just did brown mountain NC in my new 2022 Mojave. Want to wheel this place!

[@Afrojeeper1701]

@@pglsp How you like your Mojave..I love this vehicle.I just did Uwharrie and it performed great

[@jonojeep4x412]

We did Hurricane Creek in early July 2022. Had a great time. Met some folks at the rest area on 40 and ran the trail together. It was all day awesome.

[@SimplyMustGo]

That’s awesome! It’s such a great trail!

[@SCWanderer]

I've never seen it that wet. The first creek in may get to the hubs. You really have to pay attention to rain fall while in the mtns! My favorite part is the rutted out down hill we call peanut butter hill. It's a mess when dry. I didn't see it in this video. Perhaps your next visit. And again, hike the boys up Max Patch. It's a beautiful 360 degree mtn top view. Holla and I'll take you up there! Great editing again!

[@SimplyMustGo]

Thanks Kent! I appreciate that!!!

[@OverlandGeneration]

Great video! The last time I did this trail was in a stock xj. @0:20 I lifted a tire about 2 feet or so..

[@SimplyMustGo]

Nice! I love XJs.

[@charlesgibbs1071]

Great video, I need to make it down there in my 4Runner. I had a TJ for 10 years, the intake is up high, about even with the headlights. The trick was to turn your lights on, if the were in the water use reverse

[@SimplyMustGo]

haha nice! you should get out there for sure!

[@jasonbateman1912]

A stock Rubi will do this trail no problems with front locker. I did it in my stock 18 Tacoma Off Road 4x4 with no issues. Used my rear locker on the same spot you did and had no problem getting up & over. I had my son get out of the truck on the pucker factor rock. Lol. That drop off is no joke to look at.

[@SimplyMustGo]

Nice! Yeah there were a couple spots with a high picker factor. 😂

[@RichardVac]

I did this trail 12/29/21 on my first gen 01 Mercedes ML320, this model come with a robust off road system that act like lockers, it has a low gear, on 32" A/T tires. The trail has a few technical rocky sections, the tree ruts section is a little challenging but the traction ontrol of my vehicle was able to get through on the first try with no issues, lifting two wheels on some rocky sections sections, this trai so much fun

[@SimplyMustGo]

That’s awesome! Yeah it’s a great trail I really want to get back there.

[@RichardVac]

@@SimplyMustGo it's worth it, but if you go to this trail, be aware it's getting more and more challenging, I would like to also get back one day, but I live in south Florida it's a little far

[@southernappalachianrecon]

Just added this trail to my “to do” list, looked awesome, very well edited video 💯🤙

[@SimplyMustGo]

Thank you! You'll love it!

[@TheVikingSailor]

Got lucky and was able to do this trail after a good snow storm a couple of years ago. Any time I am in that area I try to visit this trail.

[@SimplyMustGo]

That's awesome. I'd love to try it in the snow!

[@liketadied]

Good vid! I did this trail little over a year ago . But I’m not stock lol it was rutted up and very slimy. Need to hit it again soon

[@SimplyMustGo]

Yeah I want to hit it again and go up to Max Patch

[@bigled3009]

Went and hit hurricane creek today! Man it was fun, I have a 2020 Gladiator. It did really great on the trail even in the handful of the sketchy spots! Thanks for the great video

[@SimplyMustGo]

That’s awesome! Yeah it’s a crazy fun trail!

[@FabbedFun]

AWESOME! I'm glad you're giving us this content!

[@SimplyMustGo]

Thank you!

[@tlalexander3]

Very nice! I would love to try it in my TJ one day. I've always heard of this trail and passed it for the first time a few months ago heading to Buds gunshop in TN. I couldn't believe that it is literally off the highway like you showed. Currently my Jeep is used to take me trout fishing. I'm scared to break stuff on it especially since I have the D30/35 combo with 3:07s on 33s.

[@SimplyMustGo]

Thank you! Yeah. I’m sure it could handle it, but if you’re worried about breaking something you might want to try it with someone else first. Do you have a winch / recovery gear. If not. Then with a friend for sure. My JK is stock suspension and on 33 A/T so I think you’re ok there. Your shorter wheel base will probably help a lot too

[@tlalexander3]

@@SimplyMustGo I do have a badlands 9500lb winch but that is about all. I need to get some soft shackles and tree savers. I'm running and Old Man Emu 2.5 inch lift I believe with JKS quick disconnects

[@SimplyMustGo]

@@tlalexander3 I think the jeep could handle it, but if you want to do it have another rig with you just in case you get into any trouble.

[@MIDSIZEDSEDANLIKET]

Was thinking about going this Sunday, might just have to now!

[@SimplyMustGo]

Do it! You’ll love it. I’m going to have to go back and do the section to Max Patch

[@saolee9267]

Love your video wondering if my stock Gen4 v8 4runner can do it

[@SimplyMustGo]

Yeah probably. I’d still take a friend.

[@JessicaJBrodie]

I’m so glad you and the boys got to do this!! Can’t wait to do the HC myself. What an awesome trail! Great video too 😍😍

[@SimplyMustGo]

Thank you. I missed you on this trip!

[@eliasgutierrez6789]

I found this trail on the onx app was the very first trail I did with my new Bronco, but it does have the sasquatch package. My brother went along with his '20 f150 that had a lift and mud tires. It was over the summer during the rainy season when we went visiting from FL and I have to say the most nervous was going through that part next to the rock and tree roots that want to push you over the steep hill down to the creek! My brothers setup was a bit wider so I tied a strap from his truck to my bronco just to have some leverage in case it wanted to start slipping since his tires were inches from the edge. I have to say that the bronco breezed right through this trail and would have made it faster through but had to keep at my bros pace. Other than that, great trail!

[@PaTnOtMaHoMeS]

Awesome video great job of explaining the trail from start to finish and pointing out the trouble spots HC is definitely one of my favorite trails !!

[@SimplyMustGo]

Thank you! 🙏🏻

[@jayssckayakfishing1]

We might try that trail in my new subaru forester . I did add a 2 inch lift A/T tires and skid plates .I'm thinking about adding rock sliders this week lol

[@SimplyMustGo]

Add the sliders for sure! It’s a fun trail, but bring a friend. Do you have a winch?

[@jayssckayakfishing1]

@@SimplyMustGo no winch but I do have recovery boards.

[@SimplyMustGo]

@@jayssckayakfishing1 Then bring a friend just to be safe.

[@reallybigphilly]

I'm looking at this and thinking... I should go here with my mountainbike! Lovely scenery!

[@SimplyMustGo]

Haha. It would be pretty cool on a bike.

[@chrismcelroy7915]

Had a long night on the tree roots once. We swapped the transmission in a Datsun 200SX there propped up with a spare tire and a scissor jack.

[@SimplyMustGo]

Holy crap! That doesn’t sound very fun. Glad you got it done and everything worked out! 😳

[@chrismcelroy7915]

@@SimplyMustGo it was an adventure fer sure. I ended up having to help him up that section with my f150. The rest of the trip went pretty well. That "sports" car really had to work for it. The only rear wheel drive car we ever took through there without any trouble was my 71 Superbeetle.

[@SimplyMustGo]

@@chrismcelroy7915 WOW A SUPERBEETLE, that's epic.

[@DirtRoadTherapy]

Great shots! I'll have to check this one out when I visit my friend in TN. I've been through this area of 40 and wished I was in my Jeep

[@paladin11C40]

I am looking forward to taking my out of the box Gladiator Rubicon on this trail, except I will have a winch just in case.

[@SimplyMustGo]

Awesome! Yeah bring the winch! Always better to have it an not needed it.

[@blueduster74]

I’m looking forward to doing this trail. I’m in a 79 Ramcharger on 35s, rear LSD and Aussie locker in my front 44. So a few tight areas may pin stripe my old paint. But if a JK/JL/JT fits I should be fine. About to install a new wiring harness, hope to have it ready in August or Sept. 360 magnum/nv4500 from a 2000 Ram 2500, CJ Dana 300 and part time axles from a 83 W150 (4.56 gears) make a wheel rounded rig. My experience is all out west, CA, NV, AZ, UT, CO and Baja.

[@SimplyMustGo]

Yeah you should be good! You’re gonna have a blast!

[@ben2687]

Nice. Looks fun. I ran a similar trail in that area just yesterday. Basically a stock 98 F150 w/ 32" tires and a custom built bed. No problems. I think I may add a winch to it before doing this one, for I'll be solo.

[@SimplyMustGo]

A winch would be smart. I wouldn’t do this trail solo without one

[@bobbyglass7214]

I’m heading to Asheville from FL in June and wanted to know if you know of a Jeep badge of honor trail nearby? I may try this trail as well as it’s me and my wife. Enjoy your channel and keep up the great work.

[@terendesigns]

Love seeing the Campfire Puffy out on that trail! Can't wait for the review. 💪

[@SimplyMustGo]

It has been awesome so far. Saved my bacon some too, the wet wood put out a ton of sparks and I didn’t have to worry about damaging my jacket.

[@Bushmasteroverland]

Definitely going to check this out when i get my grand cherokee done

[@RichardVac]

I did it with my Mercedes 2001 ML320, similar to the Jurassic Park vehicle, the only upgrade were the tires, I installed 32" AT tires, no damages. The 2001 ML has a low gear and 4matic traction control that works great. If you are going to do Hurricane Creek, it's a must to have traction control system for off road, or lockers

[@SimplyMustGo]

Good to know. Thanks!

[@jared8589]

I’ve often wondered if my 2020 Subaru outback with a 2 inch lift and skid plates accomplish this trail I’ve drove by the entrance so many times

[@SimplyMustGo]

I don’t know. I saw some other lifted SUVs turn around after about 2 miles.

[@jayssckayakfishing1]

I'm thinking about taking my 21 forester

[@Jayleewild]

Took my 05 forester down it partially.. decided to turn back .. was alone..

[@dealy9268]

This trail is on my bucket list. We are planning a trip that starts by leaving our home in Johnston County, NC to Uwharrie. Then heading to Windrock in TN. I figured we can hit Hurricane Creek on our way from Uwharrie to Hurricane Creek.

[@SimplyMustGo]

That sounds like an epic trip!!

[@jshulch]

Where does this come out and how far is the end of the trail to Pigeon Forge, TN. Thinking of hitting this trail of my way to Pigeon Forge this summer.

[@SimplyMustGo]

The loop we did brought us back to 40. There is another option that will bring you up to Max Patch. I haven’t done that section before though. It’s on my list for sure.

[@MyCarsandProjects]

Looks fun, how long did it take? I would love to run it some time. I agree, a stock Rubicon with lockers should get you through most of the obstables from what you put on the video. 35's appear like they would help too. I may have to wait until another time. We'll be headed from Jacksonville, FL to western Virginia and I'm not sure I can stick it in during the middle of the road trip. I think as Kelly mentions below, the most key issue is driver knowledge and skill and the right amount of caution. And while many trails can be done without lockers, it's still nice to have them when you need them.

[@SimplyMustGo]

It took about 3 maybe 4 hours. Took us longer cause I was filming. 🤣

[@MyCarsandProjects]

@@SimplyMustGo Yeah true, filming does take some time for sure, but even if you weren't it sounds like a 1-2 hour trail ride, may have to park Hurricane Creek Trail for a different trip another time, but definitely want to hit it at some point. Thanks for the quick response.

[@soberlivingwithbrianfrankl8254]

I did it in my 87 yj, but it does have a bigger tire(31s) and a 2 inch body lift to account for the tires, and I have also been re-geared. Getting lockers soon then I'm going back. ( Definitely waiting on my lockers!) Also, GREAT video. You're the only video that shows how hurricane really is. Thanks

[@SimplyMustGo]

Thank you so much! Your YJ sounds awesome! I’d love to get another YJ and build it up.

[@robertb880]

I would love to try that trail in my 17 JKU SAHARA UNLIMITED. Skids custom bumpers and a 2.5 in lift with 33,s. I think it would be an awesome challenge. I've done some badly trails with her and she did great I did Broken Arrow in Sedona AZ with no lockers.👍 . loved your video.🙏

[@SimplyMustGo]

Yeah you’d probably be just fine! It’s a ton of fun!

[@harvmac69]

Very cool! I wonder if a stock Tacoma can make it!?

[@SimplyMustGo]

I think if it’s relatively dry you’ll make it, just make sure you have good tires and go with a buddy.

[@harolddenton6031]

I just bought a 2023 Tacoma TRD off road model 4x4 with the rear locking differential. 8 would live to gettogether with some other Tacoma and heep owners sometime over a long weekend to go try riding on this hurricane creek trail. I live near kingspoet,tn di o live close by to drive over early one Friday or Saturday morning to have a little bit of muddy fun.

[@staceymiller4765]

It looks like a blast but…. Can I say as a country boy from MT., these trails seem pretty simple overall. Just my opinion of the video. Maybe in person it would be better. I thank you for sharing the experience.

[@SimplyMustGo]

Hey! Yeah. Trails are all kind of relative based on experience and the general areas. For this area there isn’t much that would be better. Unfortunately that whole trail was destroyed during hurricane Helene. Glad to have you here!

[@caifan444]

Dude you have a stock rubicon ypu can possobly do anything following the correct line ! Great video !

[@SimplyMustGo]

Yeah. It’s incredible just how capable it is stock.

[@PhillipMartindale]

Looks like a fun beginner course!!

[@SimplyMustGo]

Depends. I’ve had some people get mad at me Because they think I made it sound easier than it is and that it should be an 8/10 instead of a 4/10 🤷‍♂️

[@kenneththurman7437]

Did u ever say who made the jacket or make a video on it?

[@SimplyMustGo]

Yes, It's the Teren Designs Campfire Puffy. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3XOg3VqnqZnbq8

[@michaelbridges2227]

I’ve been through there many many times in my stock W-250 first gen Cummins and never had a problem getting through it. I live 15 miles away.

[@TealOxAdv]

Thanks for sharing. We finally had the opportunity to ride Hurricane Creek while in town for the Jeep Invasion. Unfortunately, a large (for fee) group didn’t know the trail is treated as one-way. A group of 25 coming down met three groups totaling 26 about 2/3 of the way up and created a mess. Our group of four turned around and backtracked to I-40. We will shoot for a less busy time on our next attempt.

[@SimplyMustGo]

You're welcome! Yeah, I don't get when people argue about it being a 1 way. You get groups coming in opposite directions and it's a nightmare. I hope you get a chance to ride it soon!

[@TealOxAdv]

@@SimplyMustGo I’m with you. The two head to head groups looked like they were ready to start fighting. That’s when we decided to turn around. It didn’t help that two for fee groups had inexperienced riders and were head to head on the trail. Not a good situation. Drivers in both groups were not feeling it with having to back up or down the rail.

[@SimplyMustGo]

@@TealOxAdv Ugh yeah. It sucks for sure.

[@gordangraham]

I’ve done it once in a stock TJ, then upgraded to a 2” lift in the front and 4” in the back on 31/10.50 15’s and done it both ways.

[@SimplyMustGo]

What was your reasoning behind the 4inch in the back, I ended up doing a 2.5 inch in the front for the JKU and 3.5 in the back.

[@gordangraham]

@@SimplyMustGo one of my springs was broken and I went to a junkyard to pickup two springs. After traveling nearly 40 miles to get them he only had the front springs after telling me he had the rear. So we searched the junkyard and the only springs we could find came out of a jeep liberty. They were 1” longer but much heavier springs, and not wanting to wait for springs I went ahead and decided to give them a try. He gave me a great price and I got them to use until I could buy new. The seemed to work great and I’m having no issues, no noise or vibrations I just kept them. And the jeep looks level, but you can see about an 1 1/2 difference. Anyone that’s been on that trail knows you need extra clearance for a couple obstacles. I’m disabled and I live on a budget, so I have to make do.

[@rhfd376]

It's not too bad of a trail. I got my 2010 silverado up without much issue. Its a single cab shortbed, with a leveling kit, 33's and open diffs

[@SimplyMustGo]

Nice! I’m bet you had a blast on it!

[@SimplyMustGo]

You should go read the pinned comment telling me I was dishonest for making it look to EASY. 😂

[@donnamays24]

I can’t wait to go give this trail a try! Thanks for sharing!

[@SimplyMustGo]

You’re welcome!

[@ericadula9649]

My husband has a stock Tahoe on 35s do you think it would be ok taking it to hurricane trail

[@SimplyMustGo]

Probably, does it have 4WD or is it 2WD?

[@eveanddell]

Awesome video. Wondering if my new JLU Willys is able to do this.

[@SimplyMustGo]

I’m sure you could. But bring a buddy and recovery gear just incase.

[@Jonboy70638]

I love that trail. I took it in a stock 1984 f-150 300 I6 pulling a 90’s model K1500 with a blown out front chunk. With a 6 month old baby wife and the people we pulled out of the trail. Ready to take my Bronco this time.

[@josephscalici8512]

I have 150 Ram short wheel base on 33's and 9 in clearance at the diffs and almost 11 in at the lowest point, but it is wide. also have a winch. My biggest issue the approach angle, but don't mind scraping the front bumper as their is already some trail damage to it. Do you think I would be able to make with this truck? It's a 05 and plan on keeping until the wheels fall off.

[@SimplyMustGo]

I want to say for the most part yes, you probably can, but I’m worried about a few sections. As long as you have the ability to recovery you should be fine.

[@josephscalici8512]

@@SimplyMustGo Thank you I do have some recovery experience as I have a 12 ton winch on my truck and quite a bit of recovery equipment, I've never had to get myself out but I have used it for other people. I guess I haven't tried hard enough yet.

[@Truth_Spoken]

4wd also allows you to disconnect the sway bar which makes a world of difference to the ride in addition to the traction.

[@SimplyMustGo]

Yeah. I didn’t disconnect them only because I didn’t think it was needed and I was trying to use as few “rubicon” tools as I could until I knew I had to.

[@Brian-RidgeRunner]

Nice! Thanks for sharing. Question, I just got a new F-150 Quad Cab 4x4. I put a 3" lift on it and 34" Toyo's. Do you think this trail will accommodate a full size rig? I'm down near Greenville, SC and looking for some nice trails, water crossings, etc. to take my family on.

[@SimplyMustGo]

Yeah I think so, but there are going to be some places that are tighter and more over grown. So your chances of getting some scratches are probably higher. Also just keep in mind it will be harder to pass other vehicles if you encounter any going through the other way.

[@filthyoffroadadventures]

Great video. So jealous of your amazing countryside.

[@SimplyMustGo]

Man. Rarely do we hear people say that. Where are you from?

[@filthyoffroadadventures]

@@SimplyMustGo Brisbane Australia. We spent nearly 10yrs in New Zealand miss the beautiful forests which look like yours from this video.

[@SimplyMustGo]

@@filthyoffroadadventures wow, I would absolutely love to visit New Zealand, It's on my bucket list. But I'd also love to go to Australia too.

[@funker419]

Great adventure. Fellow SC Jeep guy here with an M 416 trailer overland setup. I noticed you had no plates on your trailer, no registration like the rest of us? Any issues going out of state with the trailer? I’m looking to adventure into northern Georgia soon.

[@robbysmith8516]

We brought our TJ (Heavily modified) to the WNC Jeep Fest this year, June 2022, we stayed a full week before and we wanted to run Hurricane Creek SOOO bad but could not find Anyone willing to run it with us and was talked out of running it alone. For some reason, every local that we spoke to about it was afraid to run it, which deterred me from running it alone, even more than before. (Granted, many of the locals we spoke to about it were in Mall Crawlers, but I wouldn’t have thought it would be so difficult to find a local to go). We did run a lot of the other local trails and we had a blast! I wish I had seen this video prior, we would have run it solo! (I know that violates Rule #1, but sometimes you just gotta do what you gotta do!

[@SimplyMustGo]

Oh man! I was at WNC Jeep fest too. It’s a great trail. If you have a lot of experience off-roading and a good rig you can do it solo.

[@joshc606]

Finally someone makes a great video on this place

[@SimplyMustGo]

Thank you!!

[@DuyanFarms]

Neat stuff. I'm guessing our "Hard Rock Rubi" will be just fine. :) Thanks for sharing. Cheers and God Bless. ~M&E~ P.S. We went to Francis Marion last weekend and had a really weird experience with someone that claimed he was stuck and out of gas for two days in the swamp. He was only a mile from the end of the trail. Not sure what was going on so we gave him some water and exited stage left.

[@SimplyMustGo]

Yikes... That's bizarre! Glad you got out of there ok.

[@DuyanFarms]

@@SimplyMustGo Yeah, no worries. I'm pretty wylie and smelled something fishy. Our dog was even a bit disgruntled. Dampened the day but no worries. Keep the great content coming.

[@leftoverporkchop9972]

looks like a fun trail. Definitely a little technical going up that rocky rooty hill. What in the world was your buddy thinking wheeling alone?

[@SimplyMustGo]

I think we was underestimating the trail. He was pretty grateful to have met up with us.

[@pkrpro19]

I did this trail back around Thanksgiving 2021 in my stock Bronco Badlands!!!

[@SimplyMustGo]

Nice! How did it do? I imagine it crushed it.

[@pkrpro19]

@@SimplyMustGo it was my very first trail ride in a vehicle. Multiple trail rides on ATVs growing up and I’ve owned a Bronco II on 44’s but never took it off-road. It’s a place I will come back to again for sure. There’s a few other good trails on the other side of the I-40 from Hurricane Creek. They are not as technical but very fun to ride and the view from the mountain top is gorgeous.

[@pkrpro19]

@@SimplyMustGo the Bronco performed flawlessly and did everything in mostly 2wd. I did decide to take the detour and go through the deep mud pits by the old school bus. 4wd with both lockers and trail turn assist made it a piece of cake!!!

[@kenny00869]

Done this trail several times in stock Gen2 Raptor. Lots of fun!

[@abuck2844]

This wasnt too wide?

[@kenny00869]

@@abuck2844 Honestly depends on the time of year. Later in summer, when it grows in, there are some tight spots if you’re worried about scratches. But it’s usually fine. I’ve driven it 3 or 4 times.

[@charlieintheregularfactory]

That was my first trail in a tj with only 31"tires as my upgrade and it was so much fun. It was difficult with open diffs but with some spotting and a friend with a winch I made it through

[@SimplyMustGo]

Yeah. It’s so much fun, but I’d make sure to go with someone my first time.

[@charleswhite5482]

Could a stock 2023 Wrangler high tide handle this? It does come with the 35in tires and decent stock lift. Only thing it's missing is a rear locker.

[@SimplyMustGo]

Yeah I’m sure you would be fine!

[@mazdaspeed-]

I wonder if I would be able to do this trail on a stock larger pickup truck? Nissan Titan XD Pro-4x to be exact.

[@SimplyMustGo]

Then, maybe, but this whole trail was completely wiped out by Hurricane Helene

[@mazdaspeed-]

@ yea I figured it would be much worse after the storm. Didn't realize it's completely gone.

[@tkreitler]

I did it about 5 years ago in a '95 F-150 long bed. I had 4WD with limited slip diff and 33" mud terrains and didn't have any issues. I went out on Max Patch road. However, that is a moot point now since the trail is gone. I think your Titan would have done it though.

[@BRose1133]

Love the "Father/Son" trip. I've been to Hurricane Creek several times. Btw, a "Rubicon" JK is not "stock". Just sayin. As always, Keep on Jeepin...

[@FunGoingFast]

Agreed. Calling a Rubicom a stock jeep isba good headline but one of the most capable offroad vehicles made.

[@Fit4LyfeJourney]

Hey tell Brandon to check out NC Gladiators. Hope to see you at Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion this year.

[@SimplyMustGo]

Yep! I’ll be there! And I’ll tell him!

[@JackwDyles-zu3jt]

I have a 2013 jeep wrangler sport 4x4 with a 6speed trans and I'm going to put a set of 285/70/16 AT on very soon. Do you think I could do the same trip that you did. I love my jeep and going to have fun

[@SimplyMustGo]

I think so. I’d still recommend having a buddy with you and recovery gear but you should be ok

[@JackwDyles-zu3jt]

Thanks. I'll have someone to go with alright. It's better to have someone with you and make a fun and safe trip out of it

[@TheDefenderSisu]

Man that looks like a fun trail.

[@SimplyMustGo]

It really was. There is another option that takes you up into Tennessee instead of looping back to I-40 and that’s on my short list of trips / trails to take.

[@jasonmears4393]

Awesome video. It's really cool. Do you think a stock Gx470 could do this trail? I have an 08 gx470. I'm just curious.

[@SimplyMustGo]

I think you’d want a lift to be safe. Some sections are fine. Some not as much. If you have lockers front and back you’ll get through, but you’ll probably scrap a few times.

[@deandye3255]

Can you explain what you mean when you say lockers I heard you say a few times i had to use my lockers I use to own a 1973 CJ with locking hubs I just bought a 1995 stock YJ they don't have manual locking hubs So im lost to what you mean Iby saying HAD TO USE MY LOCKERS Thanks and nice video

[@SimplyMustGo]

Lockers refers to a way of locking your differentials and or locking your transfer case. Basically meaning that when you apply lockers, either via electronic lockers, air lockers, manual lockers or something like a lunchbox locker, you connecting the front (or rear, or both) axels so that all the wheels spin together and the same rate. Without lockers engaged you could have one tire spinning and another tire not spinning at all (in the case of open differentials like on a YJ). Lockers basically make your front tires spin together at the same rate no matter what. Same with rear lockers. This is ideal for harder obstacles where traction is critical but would be awful on the street. So vehicle don’t come with their differentials locked, they wouldn’t drive well on the road, but off road where their is less traction they are often the difference between getting through a spot or getting stuck.

[@DefiantOffroad]

I camped in that same spot in Sept. 2021. We had an issue with hornets all night. Did you guys encounter any hornets?

[@SimplyMustGo]

No it was like 35 degrees and rainy so we we didn’t have any kind of bugs

[@hunnhbaby]

Awesome video. What kind of tires did you have

[@SimplyMustGo]

I have Pathfinder All terrains, I think they are the discount tire brand. They were on the Jeep when I bought it and I’m actually surprisingly happy with them.

[@hunnhbaby]

@@SimplyMustGo awesome brother..I just got me a Mojave Jeep gladiator 2 weeks ago and they have 35 AT tires and wasn't sure if I needed MT tires..I can't wait to take it on some trails

[@SimplyMustGo]

@@hunnhbaby yeah you’ll be good. You don’t need MTs, at least not there. But bring a winch and a buddy! Just incase!

[@hunnhbaby]

Awesome thanks so much

[@anthonybishop3017]

Looking to take on this trail when I go up to nc in 3 weeks I got a 2000 mazda b3000 5 speed 4x4 on 33’s I’ve been overlanding in for a while my only fear is breaking something and not being able to get out the way lol

[@SimplyMustGo]

You’ll have a blast, just bring a buddy in another rig!

[@cristianjguevara]

Wonder if the trail is wide enough to take a 1st Gen Raptor through it and getting away with nothing more than a few scuff marks?

[@SimplyMustGo]

Oh man. Good question. Generally I would say yes, you’ll probably get some bushes hitting the sides for sure, but there are 2 or 3 spots that I might be a little worried about with something that wide.

[@sticrzy123]

Come to Uwharrie this weekend 👍

[@SimplyMustGo]

I wish I could! I really want to get there.

[@IvyCon]

I'm late to the party. But the second week I had my JKU I went to Hurricane Creek with some friends (with built up rigs). I walked through the trail nice and easy with my drive out tag still on. Lol.

[@SimplyMustGo]

Haha awesome!!!

[@SamuelPeterson-zg1ru]

Me and my buddy don it back in 2013 in a 2002 Nissan maxima. We came in from the top some how got lost and made it to I-40

[@SimplyMustGo]

Haha. I bet that was an adventure.

[@S3Magazine]

It’s the Jurassic Park tee from target for me 🔥🤘🏽

[@SimplyMustGo]

Haha. You’re a poet!

[@harolddenton6031]

Could I make ir in my new 2023 Tacoma TRD Off Road truck. I have the crawl modes and the rear locking electronic differential. I also have gooodyear wrangler all terrain size 265/70R16 tires on it. On Sunday 5/7/23 I did the parsons branch 8 mile gravel road trail heading from back of cades cove park heading over across the mountain to hwy 129 the snake. That road comes out several miles below the fontana dam.

[@SimplyMustGo]

I’m sure you could. But I’d always recommend going with a buddy (another rig) just in case.

[@Serenityindailylife]

I'm assuming that a stock Bronco sasquatch wouldn't have a problem with it. What do you think?

[@SimplyMustGo]

I'm going to assume it will be fine, but you’ll still probably pucker up a few times! 😆

[@sunsandoverland2848]

Great footage and that bus was cool!

[@SimplyMustGo]

Thank you!! It’s such a cool trail. I want to go back and do another section of it.

[@martinr8278]

MtnRoo did it no big problems. Happy trails

[@bsbranch]

I'm curious if my wife's 2019 Jeep Renegade Sport could handle it, I know my built 05 Rubicon would have no problems at all

[@SimplyMustGo]

I’m be a little worried about some sections, but if you brought your Rubicon as a recovery vehicle just incase it might work out.

[@abc-ed1nr]

I would love to know how wide the trails are. I’d love to take my new humvee but it’s about 7’ wide

[@SimplyMustGo]

How do you feel about pin stripes?

[@abc-ed1nr]

@@SimplyMustGo I’m fine with that! Just don’t want to hit a tree or fallmm my off a cliff

[@SimplyMustGo]

@@abc-ed1nr it’s going to be a very tight trail for you for sure. I’m honestly thinking it might be too big.

[@protojeep5722]

Can you try with a stock Cherokee xj 1984-1992 ph1 ? 😁😁

[@SimplyMustGo]

I’d bring a friend and winch if you did

[@fjb4932]

The HomeBozs / Boz Inda Hood "music" was a definite turnoff. If i wanna hear that i'll step out and go to the Barrio of Compton or E. LA, Watts . . . ☆

[@MSchumacherfan]

I doubt a full size pickup would make it pass the tree roots area, too narrow?

[@SimplyMustGo]

I would be real worried about that, yeah.

[@overland_dadsfl]

You should wrap the JK in Army green to match the trail box from TCC💪💪

[@SimplyMustGo]

Haha. Actually the trailer is about to get changed up to to match the Jeeps. 😀

[@AdamCole0112]

Have you ever really been on an off-road trail. I did this trail in my mom’s Jeep Liberty without any issues.

[@SimplyMustGo]

That's funny, I did it in your mom’s Liberty too.

[@SinominStudios]

loved this video! the footage was super fun to watch, and I was wondering if you have any tips for recording your vehicle? I live a couple hours away from this trail and want to document my trip there!

[@SimplyMustGo]

Hey! Thank you! Yeah I have a few tips. First would be to limit the amount of Dash cam footage. Some is good, but you want to get shots from outside the vehicle as well. Use a tripod and set up shots that show the vehicle coming forward toward some obstacles and also from behind going toward some obstacles. Try to vary your angles including how high and how low you set the camera. If you’ve got a GoPro try mounting it to different parts of the outside of the vehicle to get interesting angles. And if you have a drone, getting shots straight down recording your vehicle going over obstacles or through water crossings looks cool too.

[@SinominStudios]

@@SimplyMustGo sounds good! but do you have someone else that helps you record from outside? or do you run around and set up the camera for every angle? I went on a trip with some friends recently and was intimidated to always stop to set up and move all the cameras around.

[@SimplyMustGo]

@@SinominStudios little bit of both. Sometime I have someone (maybe one of the kids) get out and hold a camera, but often I’m setting up on a tripod and then running back to the Jeep to drive and then running back to get the camera.

[@SinominStudios]

@@SimplyMustGo and the rest of your group doesn’t mind waiting?

[@SimplyMustGo]

@@SinominStudios I mean, not really, we're all on the trip with the understand we're making videos as part of that. Most of the time I'm out, I'm with other people who are making videos as well, so we are all on the same page about what's going on.

[@glennmcguire5571]

Any motorcycles on the trail? I live on the coast of NC and want to find fun trails for a Adventure bike.

[@SimplyMustGo]

I didn’t see any while there, but you should check out the South Carolina Adventure Route. It was made with adventure bikes in mind. I have some videos on it also.