Jeep Off-Roading Virginia

Virginia is known for their off-road parks, and several ones around the area are built for Jeeps. One of the best is the Big Levels 4x4 trail, a lightly trafficked 4x4 trail around 17 miles in length. Since this is not a high-traffic trail, you should use caution before you get stuck. However, most locals will tell you this is a fun trail despite its relative difficulty. Another great place to go is the Choas Off Road Park which has 400 acres of off-road challenges and adventures that will suit new off-roaders and seasoned vets. This park is open most weekends, and there are several events held at the camping sites around the area. The final off-road park we will mention is Flagpole Knob which can be reached through Forest Road 85. The trail stretches 3.6 miles long along the Alleghany Mountains along the border between Virginia and West Virginia. The course provides a tough and exciting challenge for all kinds of off-roaders. 

Before you head out to tackle the off-road, you will want to ensure that your Jeep is ready to go, including having the right equipment. Adding the necessary features for your Jeep will make off-roading that much easier. You should also make sure your steering box and rear locking differential are secured. In addition, you should also make sure that your Jeep is equipped with skid plates. If you're looking to take your Jeep on a rock climbing adventure, it's a good idea to add a lift kit for your vehicle that will help you quickly get over rocks without damage. It's also a good idea to have a mechanical toolkit in your vehicle so that you can easily take care of minor repairs that you might encounter on your journey. 

While there are several things that you need to do to get your Jeep ready for the off-road, among the most important is to make sure that you know your Jeep inside and out, including all of the dimensions. Take a good look at your Jeep, and then reference your owner's manual. That way, you will know the length and width of your vehicle. Doing this will help you avoid getting stuck as you try to squeeze through tough spots while off the road. You should also look at your undercarriage to measure how much clearance you have to climb over certain obstacles in your path. 

Jeep has several off-road models available for those who want to take their adventure to the next level. The most famous is the Jeep Wrangler, which has six different engine options, including a diesel and a V8, to go along with a Rubicon trim that has all the off-road equipment that you could ever want. These features include  17-inch wheels with all-terrain tires, heavy-duty front, and rear axles, locking front and rear differentials, and rock rails. You can also opt for the Rubicon 392, which gets you more advanced items, including high-performance electronic brakes, a 2-inch suspension lift, and Fox shock absorbers. Then there is the Cherokee and Grand Cherokee, which add several terrific off-road items via the Trailhawk trim, which gives you front tow hooks, a front-facing camera, gloss black roof, hill ascent and descent control, an electronic rear limited-slip differential, all-terrain tires, and an adaptive air suspension with selectable ride height settings. The final off-road vehicle we are going to talk about is the Gladiator, which has the Rubicon and the Mojave, which will get you through the off-road and the desert and has items such as 4.10 rear axle ratio, 33-inch all-terrain tires, and fenders with increased clearance, FOX shock absorbers, locking front and rear differentials, body-protecting rock rails, and skid plates. 

If you are in the market for a new Jeep, then be sure to head down to Chrysler of Culpeper and check out our massive inventory of new and pre-owned Jeep Wranglers, Cherokees, and Gladiators for you to see and test drive! If you enjoy your test drive, then be sure to check out our finance department, where our team will work with you towards a deal that you will love. If you need a hard-to-find accessory used for off-roading, we can also help you out there! We have a complete catalog that you can search through, and you can also order new parts here on our website. So head down to Chrysler of Culpeper today, and we will take care of all your automotive needs.