Trips & Trails: Russell Gulch, Colorado
If you like your backcountry trips easy-but-adventurous, and full of history, you won’t want to miss Russell Gulch, a largely abandoned mining town in Colorado.
GUIDE TOLOVELAND, CO
Overland Expo Mountain West is located in Loveland, Colorado near the Rocky Mountains, Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests, Rocky Mountain National Park, and Denver, CO.
AUGUST 21-23, 2026
THE RANCH // LOVELAND, CO, USA
FRI 9-5 | SAT 9-5 | SUN 9-3
ABOUT THE VENUE
THE RANCH
Since 2003, The Ranch Events Complex has been earning the reputation as one of the premier event and entertainment complexes in the region. With the ability to host anything from a board meeting to tens of thousands of music festival fans, the multi-purpose venues on the campus of The Ranch are not only known locally as a place for entertainment but is also a nationally recognized event destination.
VENUE ADDRESS:
5280 Arena Circle
Loveland, CO. 80538
DRIVING TIMES TO THE RANCH:
- Denver, CO via I-25: 1 hr
- Cheyenne, WY via I-25: 1 hr
- Salt Lake City, UT via I-80 to I-25: 7 hrs
- Amarillo, TX via US 287 to I-70: 7 hrs
- Albuquerque, NM via I-25: 7 hrs
OVERLAND ROUTES & RESOURCES
Tales from the Trail: Colorado’s Alpine Loop
A group of Overland Expo ambassadors and exhibitors wind their way to Overland Expo Mountain West 2022 through Colorado’s Alpine Loop.
Trips & Trails: Aspen Ridge
For this Trips & Trails, Sterling Noren of Noren Films took Overland Expo’s 2021 Ultimate Overland Vehicle, Honda Africa Twin, on Aspen Ridge. The Honda Africa Twin will be a part of other storytelling throughout the year. Follow the 4Runner’s adventures on its official landing page.
Looking for more ways to connect with others? Join one of the many overland groups traveling together before or after the show.
Expedition Portal | American Adventurist | ADVride| Overland Bound
Looking for a scenic route that uses dirt, gravel, and paved roads to wind through remote parts of the region?
ACCOMODATIONS
HOTELS / BED & BREAKFASTS
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EXPO HOUSING SERVICES
WARNING: This is not a legitimate company. If you are contacted by them, do not use their services.
NEARBY RV PARKS
We do not allow motorhomes / RVs to camp on-site. It’s best to book a real RV park near Loveland.
RV PARKS IN THE LOVELAND AREA:
Check out reviews of various RV Parks and Campgrounds in the area.
CAMPING
In order to keep our culture of off-the-beaten-path travel alive and well, all on-site camping is restricted to motorcycles, tents, overland vehicles, and small overland trailers ONLY.
CAMPGROUNDS IN THE AREA:
NATIONAL FOREST CAMPGROUNDS
The Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forest offers several campgrounds, click HERE for a list of campgrounds.
DISPERSED CAMPING
Dispersed camping is allowed in the Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forest. More Info.
FOOD & DRINK
THE COFFEE TREE
Where good things grow! The Coffee Tree is dedicated to serving the best coffee. Their coffees are freshly-roasted and expertly prepared in the artisan fashion, with an emphasis on quality, presentation and efficient friendly service.
BENT FORK THE GRILL
A locally-owned independent restaurant, Bent Fork the Grill serves a diverse offering of traditional dishes that are inventive, fresh, and flavorful in a distinctive environment of casual sophistication.
NORDY’S BAR-B-QUE & GRILL
For over 25 years, the Nordhagen family has been working on and serving up hungry people in Northern Colorado. Out from their hickory pit smoker comes the most mouth-watering, slow-cooked ribs, brisket, sausage, and pork that you have ever tasted.
THE DONUT HAUS
Come for donuts, leave with love! The story of The Donut Haus began more than 3 decades ago in Estes Park, Colorado where German baker, Dieter D’Alquen, started making donuts in an old gas station. Today, you find Lois and Mary Ann at their “haus” in Orchards Shopping Center where they serve fresh handmade donuts, bagels, pies, cakes, brownies, breakfast burritos, and more.
ARTE PIZZERIA
Arte Pizzeria has been proudly serving the best pizza, calzones and salads in Loveland, Colorado for over a decade. We are a family owned business, and our artisan recipes are crafted with Italian traditions, a focus on quality and excellent customer service. We shred our own whole milk mozzarella cheese, grind our own pizza sauce, and only use the freshest ingredients.
THINGS TO DO
Not sure what you want to do, but want to know what is available in the area? Visit Loveland has suggestions for the art lover, foodie, adventurer and more. The Ranch can also help you Plan Your Visit to Loveland and make the most of your time in Northern Colorado. Colorado is full of adventure. Looking to travel before or after the show? Colorado Tourism can help you plan your travels.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARKS
No trip to Colorado is complete without a visit to Rocky Mountain National Park. Only one hour from The Ranch, let this park take your breath away with beautiful vistas, wildlife around every corner, and starry dark sky nights. These 10 hikes will get you and enjoying the best of Rocky Mountain National Park.
HIKING
Get lost in the beautiful pine forests of the Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forest with a great hike! Limitless options are available at Hiking Project.
Southern Colorado is home to the Colorado Trail, 485 miles of recreational trail that crosses Colorado from Denver to Durango.
Devil’s Backbone Nature Trail is right outside of Loveland, perfect for a morning or evening trek.
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Colorado is home to 4 of the 5 best mountain biking destinations in the country. View the list on Singletracks.com. Bicycle rentals and guides available. Use Velolet to find a shop wherever you find yourself in Colorado.
MTB Project or Singletracks also have maps and suggestions for great trails in Colorado.
FISHING
The City of Loveland is surrounded by a number of lakes, ponds, streams, and rivers. You don’t have to venture very far to find a great place to fish.
Species: Trout, walleye, bass, perch, bluegill, catfish, and more
Take a guided trip with Northern Colorado Fishing Outfitters LLC. Let them show you the best well-kept secrets in Northern Colorado.
Fly & Ride
Where to rent motorcycles?
Although motorcycle rentals are not available locally in Loveland, you can fly to the surrounding areas and rent adventure motorcycles at:
Denver, CO – Eagle Rider
Aurora, CO – Colorado Tour Bikes
Denver, CO – Twisted Roads (motorcycle sharing community)
Enjoy a ride through Rocky Mountain National Park or any of the front range mountains before or after Overland Expo.
CHECK OUT WHAT'S NEW #OVERLANDEXPO
To: Everyone
From: Overland Expo
Happy Valentine`s Day, we love you all!!! 💘
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Attention overlanders! 🥳 Our official 2026 Overland Expo SoCal Sponsor and Exhibitor list is now live. Discover which of the 360+ brands are rolling into Costa Mesa for the largest overlanding event in Southern California.
Planning your weekend? Explore our education schedule online and start mapping out the classes, demos, and trainings you don’t want to miss! 📳
Roll call! Who are you most excited to see at Overland Expo SoCal? Tag them below! ⬇️ 👀
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Giveaway time! 🎉 We’re giving one lucky follower a pair of Overland Expo SoCal weekend passes!
🏕️Join us March 14-15 at the OC Fair & Event Center for Southern California’s largest overlanding event. View custom rigs, speak with 360+ exhibitors, and learn from adventure experts! The giveaway will close Friday, Feb. 13 at 4pm. The winner will be selected at random this weekend. Best of luck!
👉Here’s how to enter:
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🚨NOTE: The winner will be contacted via direct message from the official @overlandexpo account only. We will not ask for any payment information from the winner of this giveaway to receive their weekend passes. Please report any suspicious accounts that reach out to you regarding this giveaway and inform us about them as well.
Today’s Industry Spotlight features @offroadtraveltv, the only weekly cable television program dedicated to travel and overlanding! 💡Did you know the show’s journey began with a trip to Overland Expo PNW? From there, it’s been taking viewers to some of the most remote locations in the world while showcasing the latest gear, vehicles, and equipment.
Off-Road Travel TV can be seen every Sunday at 9:30 am on the RACER network, with multiple re-airs scheduled throughout the week. 📺
Read the full story on The Compass, linked in our bio! 🤙
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38 days until Overland Expo SoCal…yes, we’re totally counting! 🤩 Camping passes are almost gone, but don’t worry, day passes are another great way to enjoy the expo!
Come experience the energy, community, and gear that make this the premier overlanding event in Southern California.
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With just over five weeks until Overland Expo SoCal, we’re breaking down five overlanding essentials to help you gear up for your next trail adventure. Whether you’re new or just need a refresher, we’ve got you covered. Dive into the fundamentals, including choosing the right rig, building your kit, and other essential tips! 💡
What’s one overlanding tip you wish you knew when you were just starting out? 👀
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The Exhibitor List for Overland Expo SoCal 2026 is officially live! Start browsing brands, booth locations, and mapping out your perfect weekend in Costa Mesa. 🔥
A big thank you to our Title Sponsors @alpharexusa, @arb4x4, @bajadesigns, @classicoverland, @kumhotireusa, @roa_off_road, @subaru_usa, @toyotausa, @gowanderbox, and @ankersolix_official for helping make SoCal one of the biggest overland gatherings in the world. 🌍
Head to the link in our bio to explore the full list of exhibitors and sponsors! ⭐️ #overlandexpo #overlandexposocal #overlanding
Missed our Overland Expos in 2025? Don’t worry! Here’s a glimpse into the adventure, community, and gear that made last year unforgettable. 🔥
Which Overland Expo will we see you at? 👀
Click the link in our bio to discover all Overland Expo locations and start planning your next journey.
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THE WORLD IS OUT THERE GO SEE IT!
Join attendees from all over the world at this year’s Overland Expo MTN in Loveland, CO.
Photo by @TheAdventurePortal