Vehicle Information and Requirements

Important:  If you have a new vehicle and fear denting it, don't come.
Odds are you will take dents home with you!

* All Vehicles must be Registered for the Event *
* Minimum of two (2) people per vehicle required*

The Rubicon Trail is rated a 10, one of the toughest off road trails to drive.   If you fear denting your vehicle please do not participate. Odds are you will take a dent home. Contact the office at 530-333-4771 for more information.

Acceptable vehicles for the Jeepers and Jeep Jamboree trips are Jeeps, Land Cruisers, Toyota Pick Up's, Samurai's, Scouts, and Broncos (prior to 1979).  Highly modified vehicles (including the models listed) need to be approved by the board of directors.  All vehicles need to be in good mechanical condition.

Jamboree Requirements:

• All Vehicles must be street legal or green stickered
• All Vehicles must have valid insurance
• Seat Belts must be made available for all passengers
• Roll bars or factory hard top
• Tow hooks
• Fire Extinguisher (appropriately secured)

Jamboree Suggestions

• 3.5" Lift and 33" Off-Road Tires
• Functional parking brake or micro-lock
• Tow Strap or Rope (recommended rated at 2 times the vehicle weight)
• First Aid Kit
• Hi-Lift Jack (you might need one for changing a tire)
• Spare tire with diameter within 3 inches of existing tires (no temporary spares)
• Battery Hold Downs (no bungee cords)
• Skid Plates
• Remove all Hub-Caps and Steps
• Must have functioning low range in transfer case
• Locker in front or rear

Suggestions: 5 gallon can of gas for older vehicles and rocker panels for more protection.

OHV Green Sticker

For more information about this program - Click here!

Tow Vehicles and Parking information:

If your vehicle must be towed to the event, please note the following information and restrictions pertaining to parking:

Loon Lake Staging Area -- Bottom of Loon Lake Dam.  Please DO NOT park on the Dam or sides of the road as you will be ticketed.

VFW Park -- in Georgetown 36 miles from trail head

Tahoe Staging Area -- Off Rubicon McKinney Road (Please park in designated areas only. Jamboree is not responsible for citations.

El Dorado County Fair Grounds - $30 Flat Fee - Secured Parking locked at night
Call 530-621-5860 before coming through gates so you can be directed on where to park. (Click here for directions)

Granger Tire & Automotive
6069 Enterprise Dr. Diamond Springs, CA
$20 Flat Rate (Click here for directions)

Pre-departure Maintenance Checklist:

Trail breakdowns can be greatly reduced by checking a few key items prior to embarking on your trip.  Now is the time to check your vehicle and repair or replace items that look even moderately suspicious.  It is far better to repair these items now rather than on the trail.  The following list is a recommended minimum Pre-Departure Maintenance Check  for Rubicon Trail vehicle readiness:

• Check Engine Oil
• Check Transmission Oil
• Check Brake Fluid
• Check Radiator Coolant
• Check Water Pump (if accessible)
• Check Ignition related items
• Check for proper Alternator output
• Check Battery will charge, hold a charge, and battery hold down supports the battery
• Check fuel system along with hoses for cracks and leaks.
• Check Fan Belts
• Check Hoses
• Check Power Steering system components
• Check Air Filter
• Check SEAT BELTS
• Check Tires for wear or damage
• Tighten drive shaft u-bolts
• Check and tighten lug bolts
• Check for CRACKS IN FRAME
• Check brake pads & shoes
• Check for loose bolts or nuts all throughout the vehicle
• Grease all fittings (u-joints, steering)
• Check gear oils: transfer case/differentials
• Check Shocks and Springs
• Double check winch and cable