In Search of the Perfect Backcountry Camping Spot

Finding the perfect camping site out in the desert requires the adventure spirit. Sometime you need to travel down one trail just to see where it goes and what camp site might or might not be there. On this overland adventure we head out to Anza Borrego with friends and family to find the perfect spot in our Jeep Wranglers.
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[@TrailRecon]

Thanks for watching! In case you missed it, here is part 1 of this adventure: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHfNqIOLoquFipo

[@jlg8689]

Do you think a Tesla Cybertruck can handle these trips?

[@danielmassengale]

Who is in the Black Jeep with the Icamper on top? Do they have a channel ?

[@millermmsdj]

Where’s the bathroom?

[@styxr6r]

Hello Brad... Any thoughts on the Opus lite... I would appreciate your feedback...

[@BillyTpower]

thank you Brad, I wish every creator would like to the previous one

[@DixieOverland]

I love these "crossover" episodes where different channels come together to collaborate on an awesome adventure!

[@TrailRecon]

Glad you enjoy it! We had a blast out there!

[@juanmcsweeney4503]

For 2022 can we stop using the word “collaborate”? Maybe we can say “work together” instead? Asking for a friend.

[@mark5.11]

Expedition Overland was the very first off-roading/overland/4x4 channel that I followed. I loved their earlier low-budget videos that were more realistic. But now they have been producing high budget but boring videos. It seems that they spent so much money in their company, but their followers are only in the 200K range. Trail Recon however has almost 500K followers now! Trail Recon’s videos are very simple, realistic, effective and I watch them from start to finish! Kudos to Brad. A humble storyteller and seems like a great guy.

[@LoneStarSwirl]

I say I have to agree with you on this.

[@forrestgumball]

Tfw production value makes you too much of a tryhard

[@6point1hemi]

2 completely different mission. One is about adventure and having fun. The other is about big expeditions and experiences.

[@alexinnewwest1860]

Ditto

[@RanchoTexano]

Brad you continue to take your cinematography to a new level! Just keeps getting better and better! Keep the coffee coming!

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you very much!

[@bcampagnolo6759]

Brad, your attention to detail that early in the morning makes you one of those campers that has to be invited to return on adventures! You were so quiet talking and then as equally quiet preparing coffee! It was like we were there! So good to capture that! You do an amazing job capturing those quiet, magical morning moments!

[@1smokan]

Love seeing Marco, he is just such a nice guy with a friendly welcoming smile.

[@johnwilliams640]

All of you are so lucky to do all of this together. I was stationed in Fallon Nevada back in 69 to 70. I sure do love the West. I live down south. What a dump.

[@archangel7673]

That's the best part of you all making vids together.... you show something that Epic family road trip missed. now we see almost the whole picture. Very good!

[@MichaelSmith-kr9qw]

Doc watching Jordan sleep on the ground, gave me the aches and pains and a few flashbacks LOL !!! I do not miss that part of Corps that is for sure ! We didn't have all these fancy kits these youngins got now either a canvas shelterhalf and a down sleeping bag with a IsoMat talk about creature comforts those were on good days !!! What a epic little getaway Thanks for sharing it Doc ! Semper Fi and have a Merry Christmas

[@TrailRecon]

Oorah! Thanks for your service and Merry Christmas!

[@christopher9626]

Great vid, but what really struck me was the friendship and comradery portayed. There was nothing forced or done up for KZbin. It was genuine and heartfelt and this was a wonderful vid. Thank you for sharing

[@jh276]

My favorite part of all your vides have always been the COFFEE MAKING & COOKING!!! Always find myself cheating by scrolling through the whole video looking for these parts!

[@josel1325]

Everyone so unique in there Own way . More vids like this 👍🏾one day I’ll hit the trails

[@Donnut123]

Oh man, now I want coffee. There is NOTHING better than enjoying a hot cup of coffee on a cold morning camping.

[@somekidzenvy]

You’re the Bob Ross of off-road channels fam.

[@sandralutz-rodriguez2864]

what an awesome 3 day trip that had to be Brad. Love seeing the behind the scenes filming and camp life.

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you!

[@SIMAR68]

I ordered this TrailRecon coffee and it is excellent, I even ordered extra and gave it as Christmas gifts and they all loved it 😊

[@kevancarbaugh9682]

No joke, this is great coffee!

[@TheHarley883r]

seriously what a legend Marco is he's always happy to be happy what a guy !!! and thanks for bringen us along with you guys ...i think when good people come together doing what they love then it shines through to us all inspiring us to hit the trails and enjoy what life is about no matter where you live or what you doing , thanks again, and steak for breakfast why not Freedom to do what ya want when you want so gooooooooooooood !!!!!

[@Flo-ig6cj]

Your adventures are pure therapy. Brings me back to my days in Southern Cal where I was stationed in San Diego at 32nd Street Naval Station. Thanks!

[@chrissolomon8868]

trailrecon is one of most loved channel to watch,but I also follow epic family road trip .they are just as great 👍🏼..well in totality thisvideo was awesome to see so many members togeather...love you all

[@michaelramsey2718]

You are living the lifestyle that I have dreamed about for many MANY years.

[@trzam400]

tip for plugging tire slightly over inflate so when you are putting plug in tire does not flex and fight you putting it in

[@kamfar6418]

perfect overdose of mouthwatering cinematics, Trailrecon, and no coffee shot then it's not Trailrecon. greeting from seven seas across the world

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you!

[@nyt6o]

Loving the blend between your channel and other channels, Brad. Great work as usual. Stay safe out there brother!

[@TrailRecon]

I appreciate that!

[@normanbarrett8124]

Brad I’ve said it before, you guys are so blessed to have these adventures…..

[@michaelgaunt6476]

Perhaps the best video yet from you! Thanks for sharing.

[@brianwadsworth5752]

That looks like an amazing trip! Great desert scenery, great food and wonderful friends! Thanks for sharing Brad!

[@billylemire5469]

Your JL and trailer is a great setup, but man your JK on 39s on those beefy dynatrac axles really takes the cake, the thing is so dialed! Great video brother!

[@wasupray]

Nice trip. Classic that Marko bust out the Julian Pie for breakfast oooh I miss those pies. Happy New Years. Love your channel and adventures. Looking forward to many more in 2022.

[@davidoden]

I loved the video. I like seeing like minded people enjoying what they like. Merry Christmas !!

[@gogerwi]

Glad everyone relaxed and didn't rush.

[@jamescook9529]

Love seeing Lando lead the way 💞

[@grahamkovarik149]

I found myself canceling cable tv and instead consuming videos like this for my entertainment. I really enjoy the authenticity and the way you tell the stories of your adventures. Mahalos for the great content!

[@TrailRecon]

Wow, thank you!

[@paulsinger2539]

Always been my favorite time of the day, up before everyone else and brewing coffee on a crisp morning..

[@johnkirby6547]

It was great! Really enjoyed watching this video. Merry Christmas to everyone and look forward to seeing you again soon...

[@VeryCoolJeep]

Thank you for sharing such an informative video! My wife locked our car keys inside one time!

[@tomrhodes7231]

It's always amazing how much better food smells and tastes while out camping. Not to mention the fresh brewed coffee before everyone gets up. Merry Christmas

[@jayesh5131]

Brad, this is your best video of 2021 💯

[@huevow]

Coffee takes forever to percolate. Very true 😊

[@TrailRecon]

Yes, but the payoff is worth the wait!

[@kevinpritchard3592]

Cross over vids are pretty cool, love watching all the channels. Really enjoyed the vid.

[@michaelbonello6978]

I just subscribed to Marco’s channel but I always love how happy he is!!!! ❤️

[@MikesModelshop]

Fantastic videos👍 For me you are living a dream. And in this difficult times when everybody is tired of corona, your pictures are showing a beautiful world and an escape of the normal days. I‘d like to say thank you- it feels like I am with you on your journey. The Wrangler is my favourite dream car. Best wishes from Germany👋🏻

[@darksideemt]

I can't wait to hopefully go on an adventure with a cool group of people like this one day. The food looked amazing (minus the blue cheese) but with Marco and Jason it always does. Merry Christmas to you and the family!

[@rodneyhanbaum697]

very cool! Wishing you and your family a Blessed New Year

[@sathya226]

The highlight of this expedition is nothing but the presence of a gem of a guy by the name "Marco". He is the kind every one wants to be in their gang for long journeys !

[@scottsnyder8691]

"Yeah, you've been there, you just don't remember." I get that all too often from my wife too! And yeah, I get the "other wife" comment as well. Great stuff Brad.

[@TrailRecon]

LOL! Thanks!

[@cmora316]

great vid w some awesome folks bud ... bieng from Vista..... thats our spot!!! well done

[@DM-tf6mk]

Another excellent fun video! Looked like a great adventure!

[@TrailRecon]

We had a really great time. Thank you for watching!

[@Casey250]

lol - I enjoy filming coffee too. Its one of those 'first tasks to complete' for the day that brings enjoyment out of doing it well.

[@dirtydog613]

Brad you are the Mr Rogers of overloading! such a cool Mello dude. Always so positive and encouraging. One day I hope to meet you out on the trail.

[@Donnut123]

Have you hunted down that rattle Brad? Awesome video. Thanks for letting us see what it takes to film these.

[@9i31df3fgf2d]

I can't believe you did a video update before your morning coffee in that weather! haha. I enjoy your videos so much, thanks for all you do!

[@pmurphy12667]

loving all the trailers. We wont go anywhere without our new Off grid Expedition 2.0 trailer.

[@haicermoreno6739]

You guys are amazing and Marcos great cocinero like always

[@SuperSpectus]

You should bring along a carpenter's plumb line to show how steep some of these grades are! A wide-angle lens tends to flatten out the look of unusual terrain.

[@lorilake7613]

Anza Borrego desert was my old stomping grounds. I sure do wish I was out there with all of you. I used to cook on charter boats and really enjoy your cooking segments as well as the overlanding.

[@joedevito9459]

Love the videos! Can’t wait to get my Jeep lifted and outfitted. For now, I’ll have to live through you and your channel! Great work!👊🏼

[@explore_off_road]

Jordan almost needs one of them Cot Tent things I keep seeing on occasion. Think the Australians use them lots ... finally making their way here.

[@johngray9702]

I'm new to your channel, it is Awesome. Marco is the man . Thank you so much for sharing.

[@TrailRecon]

Welcome to the channel and thank you!

[@metanoiab4its2l8]

I feel like I’m watching an episode of “Terrible Herbst meets The Galloping Gourmet”. Awesome off road adventure, cool rides, mixed in with fine dining out in the middle of nowhere,,,, It doesn’t get much better than that 😀😋👍! ! !

[@dansklenicka8403]

Wow what a great event and fellowship, truly enjoyed watching this video.. thanks Dan

[@michaelbonello6978]

Also your silver Jeep is the sexiest jeep ever!!!!

[@ronnie5669]

just a thought when cooking. some are cooking by the tailgate with gas cans that have gas in them.

[@PinstripeJim]

Julian apple pie! The best. Wow.

[@carlosbishig1]

I love your videos and hello from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷

[@bowieupland6112]

Love seeing the dogs playing.

[@robertwhitemoto]

Video never conveys grade 😀. Looked like fun, thanks for the virtual trip!

[@PinstripeJim]

Just saw the plate on the trailer is from OK but also wanted to thank you for your career. Would like to see what you guys carry for medical emergencies and how what you carry may vary from what someone like Marco carries. Another video on treating medical emergencies, allergic reactions in the "field", and how to prepare based on all the military and trail experience.

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you! I've done some medical kit videos in the past, but might be time for an updated one.

[@PinstripeJim]

@@TrailRecon I've watched. Good stuff and not only enjoyable, but important. As an Army medic, I love seeing the civilian application of medical planning and your experience and perspective is much different than non-medical trail dudes. Now if only I can get my CJ5 trail ready. :)

[@jobc9184]

Great camera work and background music is very well thought of! I love that you also capture the things that may not go right. Great video Brad!!! Also great to see the family together!!!

[@TrailRecon]

Awesome, thank you!

[@seanconlin8712]

Brad...that first cup of coffee in the morning is always the best thing of the day...Happy Holidays to you and your family. Are both of your boys in the Marines or is one Marines and one in the Navy. Either way please thank them for their service for me as well as you and Regina thank you for your service.

[@FLYBOY123456789]

US Navy - oorah...thumbs up and subscribed...thanks for bringing the Marine. Semper Fi

[@Maximus_CaliforniaAdventures]

One of my favorite videos I've seen you do, left me Wishing I could go there!

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you so much!

[@THEBOULDER236]

What a great time

[@robertor.6942]

I see you with the Fieldcraft Survival hat on! 🤙🇺🇸

[@turbojunki]

Love when I see there’s a longer video to check out from Trailrecon... Another great one sir.

[@TrailRecon]

Awesome, thank you!

[@karielooney5989]

I just enjoy the content Brad your so humble and kind and your absolute passion for the outdoors When I’m able to build a rig I would love to join you guys on an adventure. The group seems so kind… again I love the content😁

[@kevinnorris1434]

Love your videos and family and friends

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you!

[@TheLawnShark]

One of you best videos for sure! Truly inspired to want to get out there! Thanks for sharing!

[@gearlist]

Sheesh, the shot at 14:04 is like watching an entire Jeep club meet! Great work y'all

[@bearchow1929]

I really love watching things like opening the camp stove, filling the coffee pot. Man, pouring that coffee had me on the edge of my seat! Making breakfast is an essential chapter too. Other than that the video shows too much silly trail riding. The music going down the trail lends an air of inspiration. Were you in the state park? You might want to remember one of their regs: "Animals must be on a leash.....". Don't let them see the video. The hot dog idea was awesome! Can't get enough of the cooking. Then there's the evening around the campfire. You should do an entire video on filming coffee. Again, the background music creating such an inspirational atmosphere!

[@TrailRecon]

I appreciate your comments, but just one thing, this is TrailRecon, I film vehicles and try and show the trail terrain, sorry you felt it was silly, but that's what I do here.

[@iwishiknew10]

Yes, yes and yes

[@LaachirDeeper]

Please we need some more videos about behind the scenes👌

[@USDefcon1]

Wonderful Video, escpeically the 'behind the scenes' AMAZING. Thank You. Wish you all a great holiday.

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you very much!

[@four_low_adventures]

Great video Brad. Can’t wait to get out with you guys again on another adventure.

[@ksb2112]

It was worth watching the whole video just for that tire repair. 🙂

[@brunnie]

So, Brad is winded... and Regena just keeps on truckin'. (LOL) Love the convoy shots, they are always interesting to me. As for the pie.... well I saw in Marco's video the onslaught... and now the demolition for breakfast. Great breakfast. Thanks for the video, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Until the next trip/video/Coffee-One-Take..... Travel Safe.

[@TrailRecon]

She's in better shape than me for sure! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

[@mikehancho138]

Another great video! Hope to see you on the trails and keep the videos coming.

[@slsk9]

I was the first LIKE!!!!!!!! Brad, I have a 2014 Rubicon Unlimited and you have inspired me to have a new hobby. I am just getting started and have learned so much from all of your videos. Keep up the good work! Safe travels from a WV LEO!

[@TrailRecon]

That is awesome! Thank you and safe travels to you!

[@stevej7139]

Nice , I've been all over that area but most people like me that grew up in east county (El Cajon , Santee , Lakeside) back in the 60's and 70's know that area pretty well also . Love seeing it again especially since I retired to Washington a couple years ago and miss the desert and the mountains in Southern California . It's nice seeing you out with Epic Family Road Trip and their boys Adventure Guys , if I were to run with anyone I would want it to be one of you . I'm a little to lazy to be a KZbinr though , last summer I went through 26 states and I had everything you would need to do a video of the whole thing but I think I got maybe 30 minutes in total LOL I'm just way to busy living the experience and lazy to make the effort to document it . I'm really glad there are people like yourselves that do make the effort though . I will be passing through that area in a month or so when I head for south Texas for the SpaceX launch and will likely camp somewhere in the desert between Dunaway Rd. and Yuma , yeah lots of room for flexibility but it's hard to say what time I will be there since I'm stopping off a few places down there in north county to see friends .

[@NSKINGS420]

Wise words from Marco "Dont bring wood pallets out on the trails , please!"🙏🏽💯

[@getawaywithchen1929]

I am so inspired by this channel..👍

[@TrailRecon]

Happy to hear that!

[@jaygonzales7198]

great video and all that great food as well

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you

[@joshleal9811]

Well Brad. I will like to see every body on the trip to Alaska. Will be awesome..

[@lvwrx]

Just got a new Litefighter tent, gonna have to try it and report back. Hopefully the Corp will issue Jordan a kit. To be honest, one of the best nights sleep ive ever had was in a GP Medium on a cot with just my sleeping back in the middle of a snow storm...great times!!

[@redbarry2540]

Awesome and thanks

[@recapuchino]

great video as always!. I got a Jeep this year, now I just need to find a group of friends to go camping in Texas!

[@zeyadalmamoori4477]

I really enjoyed this episode specially the behind the seen and how you filming. hope to see more of these episodes.

[@avonrastonar]

Oh man, great food and great company......that's joy right there Love your content Trail Recon. Just soooo good to watch Arohanui from New Zealand Arohanui means Much Love in our Maori language here in NZ

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you!

[@LoneStarSwirl]

McLOVIN these videos! The behind the scenes perspective is great. I will know I have made it in life when Chelsea and I get to eat a Marco burrito with you guys…😉

[@marineguy0311]

You guys are always looking like you are having a great time. Would be awesome to join you on one of your adventures someday.

[@andrewsharman4419]

Great video. Really enjoyed seeing behind the scenes. What a great group of folks and some amazing terrain!

[@TrailRecon]

Glad you enjoyed it!