Fall in Appalachia | FJ Cruiser Overland

Fall in Appalachia is always a beautiful experience... for our annual FJ Cruiser Overland trip, my dad and I spent a few days exploring the mountainous areas of Tennessee and North Carolina. We did everything from tackling tough trails to find sick camp spots to experiencing winter and much more!
Overland trips in the FJ are always some of my favorite because... duh it's an FJ Cruiser. This one was no different. Over the next few months I am hoping to devote more time to upgrading and using the FJ.
Table of Contents
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0:00 -The Goal
0:30 - A quick Detour
5:14 - Travel Day
6:24 - Tough Trail Day
14:36 - Trail Day #2
19:19 - Foggy Morning
21:03 - Blue Ridge Parkway
22:46 - FJ Problems
24:48 - Old NC 105
29:38 - The most scenic morning
#fjcruiser #fall #overland

[@StandAloneAdventures]

As a father myself I want to say the time spent with your dad is something he’ll cherish and I respect you highly for that. The NC 105 is a beautiful area to visit and maybe on your next adventure you should try the Georgia Traverse or the KAT, Kentucky Adventure Trail, both in which my wife and I have done. From us here in North Georgia, awesome video young man, and God bless you and your dad.

[@OutboundIntent]

I am extremely blessed to share the same passions as my father and spend time out on the trail with him. I will have to check out those trails, that sounds awesome!

[@orlandocoronado1330]

The fact that you and your dad can make these trips is awesome. Cheers!

[@OutboundIntent]

Yeah man it's been a blessing to get out and explore 👊

[@The_Swift_Chanzala]

Great video, A lot of us really don’t need the background music we rather hear nature and the rig. Seriously.

[@federicoraddatz3958]

Gran Obra, un sueño vivir momentos así con mi Padre. Mereces muchas más visitas.

[@redacted2763]

Toyota off roading, clever channel name, high production quality video. Subscribed! Nice work!

[@OutboundIntent]

Thanks man! More to come

[@Carloss80k]

5:52 yessirrr, sevier county, tn is where its at💪🏿. now i miss my fj mane🤦🏿‍♂️

[@GatewoodBrown]

This is a banger. What a place to overland! Stunning production as always

[@OutboundIntent]

Thanks Gatewood! This was an epic trip with cool views I didn't expect to see 💪🏼

[@BestDamnEDC]

Great video! It's cool to see a father/son duo. It's also awesome to see Linville Gorge get some love. That's one of my favorite places in the world.

[@OutboundIntent]

Thanks you! It is quite an amazing place, I definitely will have to come back.

[@atlasoverlandrecovery]

props to your dad for spending this special time with you and being so patient while you film it. as a 1 man film crew, I know how much effort is done to get these shots. great job and thank you for sharing.

[@OutboundIntent]

True that! I am thankful he is patient with the filming part, it definitely takes a lot of time!

[@TheCreateOutdoors]

I don't see many foliage overland videos here on KZbin, so this was a treat!

[@OutboundIntent]

Hey glad you found it 👊

[@USNMMCret]

Having hiked sections of the AT in that area, I was unaware of the many overlanding trails. Great video. If you get a chance, check out Crabtree Falls, VA. There’s an access trail that you can take up the mountain to the top of the falls. The trail has several campsites. If you go past the falls, there are more campsites and the fresh water stream that feeds into the falls. About two miles past the top of the falls you can access the AT. We camped at a site at the top for 3 days. We hiked the fall, and went one way on the AT to The Priest lookout one day and then to Snipers Nest in the opposite direction the last day. Great video!

[@incognitext8041]

Awesome content! In new years 2020 me and my dad flew to North Carolina purchased a dump truck and we drove it back to California. One of the places that caught my attention was the Appalachian mountains. I wish to explore it one of these days in my FJ and seeing your video I can’t wait. Thank you for the awesome content

[@OutboundIntent]

Yeah it’s one of the coolest places on the east coast, I definitely want to spend more time there!

[@johnmichael7570]

Glad you gentlemen enjoyed our little slice of Heaven in Tennessee. I've been from Bar Harbor to Seattle and from San Diego to Key West but I always love coming home to the Smokies.

[@Carloss80k]

love tennessee. took my fj there back in 2021. sold the fj right after tho🤦🏿‍♂️

[@OutboundIntent]

Yeah it is a beautiful area for sure!

[@IsaacRodriguez89]

Great cinematography and storytelling!! Subscribed, I can’t wait for another episode man, blessings!

[@OutboundIntent]

Thank you for watching man! I’m pumped to make more

[@davesantimaw5413]

I’m from the Boone, Linville, NC area. And although I’ve lived all over the world, this area is my favorite! Thank you for sharing!

[@OutboundIntent]

It is such a cool area! Thanks for watching!

[@GamingHouseCinema]

The view from the drone capturing the Linville Gorge, Table Rock and Hawksbill mountain is just something else.. Glad you guys made it down here to NC!

[@OutboundIntent]

That view was INSANE! I was so glad the weather cooperated then, I definitely want to head back that way and explore some more.

[@anthonyauker7113]

Just noticed you got a shout out on Expedition Portal! Well deserved.

[@OutboundIntent]

Hey thank you 👊🏼

[@JulioIsBASED]

Great content

[@OutboundIntent]

Ay thanks for watching

[@newlion7013]

Great times!

[@OutboundIntent]

Indeed the best of times!

[@trevorthomas5552]

The Mower Basin area or “Mine-tana” is a hidden gem. Fantastic mtb trails throughout as well as close proximity to Guadineer Scenic area, Snowshoe, Shavers Fork, etc. Looks like a rad trip!

[@OutboundIntent]

Yeah it is such a cool area! I'll have to check out the other ones you mentioned

[@Bazzman1974]

Thanks for clarifying. I heard "Lower Basin" and was really confused.😂

[@whenopportunitycomes8718]

This was really a great episode. Your FJ cruiser is awesome 👍😎

[@tylerjones6367]

This is awesome. Would love to see a list/map of the places you went. I have an FJ and live in Virginia, so I'd love to check some of these spots out. Thanks!

[@davidwayne9982]

THANK YOU--- I LIVE in Appalachia--- and didn't get to get out and enjoy it this year... and the 4 years prior were NON-color days-- everything went directly to brown around here.. GREAT VIEO.

[@jordanricker4948]

13:10 I've driven up there in a 96 Outback! One of the most beautiful views I've seen in the Smokies! Wait until you see it in the snow!

[@robertmuntz799]

This is a great trip documentary! You inspire me to use my RTT more.

[@nolimitbaltimore]

Such an awesome video! Gorgeous locations and rad moments with pop.

[@OutboundIntent]

Absolutely, I love every second of it 💪🏼

[@mikebrown200004]

Nice vid man... Great that you can do this with your pops... I Dig the FJ..

[@OutboundIntent]

Thank you man, always grateful to get out and explore with my father 👊🏼

[@veek3982]

Great views. Nice vid.

[@OutboundIntent]

Thanks for watching 👊

[@mikefields1873]

Nice FJ, thanks for sharing this...

[@OutboundIntent]

Absolutely, thank you

[@dechristophermedia]

Looked like an awesome trip

[@OutboundIntent]

Sure was!

[@spencerzoppoth719]

I live about 45min from NC105 and its such an easy spot to get away and camp with some great views and some awesome hikes!

[@OutboundIntent]

It really is! You are fortunate to live so close

[@Lostsomewhereincolorado]

Man I wish I could get my dad out on the trails with me he has an old lifted tundra and I have a Tacoma and it would be awesome to do a father son trip like you guys! One day I’ll convince him to come out with me lol.

[@OutboundIntent]

Man that would be sick! Plan a trip with cool views and tell him he has no choice haha. I’m very blessed to have a father with the same passions as I

[@Lostsomewhereincolorado]

@@OutboundIntent haha for sure he bought this ridiculous opus camper and it just takes up space in his garage I told him time for a guys trip to test that bad boy out!

[@DXDRE]

Amazing dawg!

[@OutboundIntent]

Thanks for watching!

[@creedskimmer]

Very nice guys

[@OutboundIntent]

Thanks for watching

[@IndependenceOverland]

Well done dude!

[@OutboundIntent]

Thanks man, means a lot coming from you 👊🏼

[@samajier2566]

Amazing

[@OutboundIntent]

Thanks

[@user-tr1gu9ij1h]

Hello~ Cool car and great video.

[@OutboundIntent]

Thanks for watching 👊

[@austin.shoots]

my god this is amazing, wishing to do this with an FJ some time!

[@OutboundIntent]

Thanks for watching man! You definitely should!

[@clinthawk8817]

The first fire tower in TN you can see from my house. Had a buddy drive his daily driver 2006 Honda Civic to the top.

[@sheetglass1105]

Awesome content. Was wondering if you could make a video how you installed a diesel heater in your FJ and the Roof tent to the factory rack. Keep up the great content

[@OutboundIntent]

Thank you! So I do not have a diesel heater installed but hopefully eventually! I am hoping to get a new rack by spring

[@TomArrrrr]

27:50 So beautiful

[@OutboundIntent]

Crazy spot for sure!

[@madewellmedia]

Subscribed brother. Great video my friend 👍🏼

[@OutboundIntent]

Thanks for watching man!

[@DremaShavers]

Great storytelling!!So an amazing place to overland or adventure!! I love your video so much! Could you shoot a video for our brand?

[@jasonmears4393]

Awesome video. I really loved it. The linville gorge is one of my favorite places to go exploring. Where was your location around the 13 min mark of this video? Thanks for sharing!!

[@cobbfutbol62]

I have hit that same hill in my fj at 6:50 its a lot steeper than it looks lol

[@OutboundIntent]

Yeah it never looks as steep as it usually is 😂

[@tadiostechane4537]

Love your rig and the location. It will be nice if you tell us the road names or location so we can visit the trails.

[@OutboundIntent]

Shoot me a DM on my instagram and i can get you anything you need 👊

[@saralynne747]

If you ever find yourself in Northeast Georgia (the Southern Appalachian Mountains), feel free to reach out and I’ll show you some of the most beautiful hidden dispersed sites.

[@OutboundIntent]

Would love to hit that area!

[@dta6]

Great video. How has the OEM rack handle the RTT and Awning on highway speeds? Wanted to mount my RTT to my OEM rack but was recommended not

[@davidschmidt7961]

Hey man, awesome video. Was wondering if you could point me in the right direction of the area you were in in the beginning of the video? You mentioned lower basin West Virginia but I am not finding anything. I’m from ky and been looking for awesome trails like these. Thanks!

[@OutboundIntent]

Thanks for watching! Search for the Mower Basin in Monongahela NF and you should find it

[@thinker2328]

These memories will last a lifetime, if you/he doesn't mind me asking, how old is your dad?

[@OutboundIntent]

Agreed man, I value these times greatly. He is in his mid 50s

[@tylerwaters9199]

Great Video and great locations. What are some of the trail names you are taking in this video

[@OutboundIntent]

Shoot me a DM on instagram and I can get you what you need

[@merzarockstar17]

Hey love the rig and your content, I’m from Virginia and new to overlanding. What’s the trail in the West Virginia part of your trip? I would like to check it out

[@OutboundIntent]

So that area is called the mower basin in monongahela National Forest. If you check out my last solo trip video with my Subaru Baja you will see that area in detail! Thanks for watching 👊🏼

[@merzarockstar17]

Alright I’ll check it out thank you so much

[@isflin9919]

What headlight do you have? It looks awesome.

[@OutboundIntent]

Honestly forget the company... but I wouldn't recommend cheap headlights haha. The pattern is whack and the halps are going out. I just ordered some Freedom Outfitters V4 headlights which are similar but higher quality💪🏼

[@zscioli]

Hey ! Do you have website with specs on your FJ? Curious your Lift/tires specs and details etc… thanks !

[@TyeWills]

Your car looks really good at gravel roads.

[@OutboundIntent]

Why thank you good sir

[@gj0628]

Man awesomeness can you share long and lat of a spot in west va lower basin to camp

[@OutboundIntent]

Shoot me a DM on Instagram and I can get you set up (@outboundintent) 👊🏼

[@kkingquad]

I’m from WV, what part/town in particular were you near?

[@OutboundIntent]

I believe Erwin was the nearest "big" town haha

[@absolut3zr0]

What did he use to start the fire at 4:16?

[@OutboundIntent]

It's a little handheld butane torch, they come in handy!

[@FarOutOverland]

What area of West Virginia was that? 👀

[@OutboundIntent]

Mower Basin in Monongahela NF 👊

[@B35point1]

Hey do you live in NC by chance?

[@OutboundIntent]

No I live up in PA 💪🏼

[@mohammedrubh6625]

Hello my friend, what is the camera used to take the video please + Can I contact you through social media sites or something similar?

[@OutboundIntent]

I used a Canon R6 to record 💪🏼 hit me up on my instagram (@outboundintent)

[@matthewlee2686]

Why do yall not use radios to communicate

[@OutboundIntent]

Usually do when we are in different vehicles, didn’t bring them this time because we were in one. Would’ve been nice though for spotting

[@chrisperrywv]

My man- teach me to color grade. I’m so bad at it. Haha

[@OutboundIntent]

Hey me too, I am still learning haha

[@chrisperrywv]

@@OutboundIntent i really like your grade you did on this video. Super made me miss WV and makes me wish I’d appreciated the colors more.