| Every Jeep
Jamboree is rated from 1 (easiest) to 10
(most difficult). These ratings are based on the overall trail, not just
on one or two tough obstacles. Rain can increase ratings on all trails by
one or two points. Numerically higher-rated Jamborees are more likely to
result in vehicle damage. Please remember, every Jeep 4x4 is subject to
inspection prior to trail departure. |
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| 1-2
Obstacles and terrain are relatively easy to navigate. In optimum weather
conditions, some trails may not require continual use of four-wheel drive
(4WD). |
3-5
Moderately demanding. Challenge for novice drivers. Obstacles may include:
mud holes, boulders, and streams. Requires 4WD with 4-LO. |
6-7Demanding.
Challenge for most skill levels. Mud holes get deeper, boulders get
larger, and climbs get steeper. Requires 4WD with 4-LO.
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8-9
Very demanding. Likelihood of getting stuck is high. Mud holes may be deep
and rock climbing is more arduous. Lifts and lockers are helpful. Requires
4WD with 4-LO.
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10
Extremely demanding. Reserved for the toughest off-road trip in the U.S.A.
— the Rubicon Trail. Requires 4WD with 4-LO. (Not recommended for Jeep
Patriot, Compass,
Liberty, Cherokee, Grand Cherokee, or Commander.) |
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IMPORTANT: If
you’re unsure if your vehicle can handle a given trail rating, please
contact Jeep Jamboree USA at (530) 333-4777 for clarification. |
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| Regardless of the rating and your experience
level, you’ll get plenty of help on your Jeep Jamboree. For starters, when
you register you’ll receive a gift certificate for a free copy of Mark A.
Smith’s Guide to Safe, Common Sense Off-Road Driving. It is filled with
useful off- highway driving tips. Once you arrive at your Jamboree
destination, you’ll get basic on-site instruction as well. For additional
copies of Mark A. Smith’s Guide to Safe, Common Sense Off-Road Driving,
please order it
here or send $7.95 (includes shipping and handling) to Mark A.
Smith Off-Roading, Inc., PO Box 1601, Georgetown CA 95634. NOTE: Some Jeep
models may be more susceptible to vehicle damage on trails rated 5 or
higher. If you have any questions about your Jeep 4x4’s capability, please
ask for more information upon event registration. |
