MARCH 14-15, 2026
OC FAIR & EVENT CENTER // COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA
SAT 9-5 | SUN 9-4
The OC Fair & Event Center is at the heart of Costa Mesa’s vibrant year-round events calendar, hosting more than 150 events and attracting more than 2 million visitors annually. The center is home to Centennial Farm, Pacific Amphitheatre and one of the largest fairs in the United States, the OC Fair.
You’ve seen the Alabama Hills many times before in movies, TV, and on the ‘gram, but maybe you’ve never experienced it from the driver’s seat?
Located off picturesque Highway 395 on the eastern side of the Sierra Nevada Mountains near the town of Lone Pine, Movie Road encompasses viewpoints of high desert and Mount Whitney, the tallest mountain in the continental United States within its 24 beautiful miles.
There isn’t a trip that is more uniquely Northern California than the Lost Coast, a collection of mostly dirt roads that starts at Highway 1 between Westport and Leggett and traverses CA State Land Trust lands and Sinkyone Wilderness State Park which includes a collection of beautiful hikes, beach access, and (paid) camping at Usal Beach.
If you haven’t explored U.S. Route 395 through California, you have no idea what you’re missing. I can honestly say that from Socal to Norcal it is an adventurer’s paradise with trails, experiences, lakes, camping, and hiking to appease anyone’s wanderlust.
The Mojave Road is a trail ideal for overlanders looking to cut their teeth on a long but moderately difficult trail. Due to extreme temperatures in the region, Springtime is the ideal time to plan this trip.
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 | ADVrider | Overland Bound
Looking for a scenic route that uses dirt, gravel, and paved roads to wind through remote parts of the region?
ADDITIONAL HOTEL SEARCH OPTIONS:
EXPO HOUSING SERVICES
WARNING: This is not a legitimate company. If you are contacted by them, do not use their services.
We do not allow motorhomes / RVs to camp on-site. It’s best to book a real RV park near Costa Mesa, CA.
RV PARKS IN THE COSTA MESA AREA:
Check out reviews of various RV Parks and Campgrounds in the area.
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:
CAMPGROUND SEARCH OPTIONS:
NATIONAL FOREST CAMPGROUNDS
The Cleveland National Forest offers several campgrounds, click HERE for a list of campgrounds.
Although motorcycle rentals are not available locally in Costa Mesa, you can fly to the surrounding areas and rent adventure motorcycles at:
Los Angeles, CA – Eagle Rider Rentals & Tours
For the best route suggestions, check out this list from Indian Motorcycle of Orange County!
🔥 GIVEAWAY 🔥 Win a pair of Weekend Passes to Overland Expo East in Arrington, VA taking place October 3-5, 2025! 🎉
This is the ultimate East Coast overlanding, camping, and adventure travel event — with world-class gear and vehicles, hands-on demos, inspiring classes, and a chance to connect with thousands of fellow adventurers. If you’ve ever dreamed of leveling up your rig or planning your next big trip, or just checking out what it’s all about, this is the event you don’t want to miss. 🌎✨
👉 It`s super easy to enter: just hit the link in our bio.
For bonus points:
1️⃣ Follow @overlandexpo
2️⃣ Like this post
3️⃣ Tag your friends!
One lucky winner will be chosen on Friday, September 19 and notified via email.
Good luck — we can’t wait to see you in Virginia for an epic weekend! 🚙💨
⚠️ Note: The winner will be contacted via email from the Overland Expo Team. We will never ask for payment info. Please report any suspicious accounts pretending to be us.
Our final event of the year - Overland Expo East - is just 3 weeks away! We couldn`t be more excited to bring you an epic weekend of rigs, gear, adventure, education, and community on the East coast 🚐🍁🛻
Scope out the full sponsor and exhibitor list (🔗 in bio) and be sure to join us October 3-5 in Arrington, VA 🥳
👇 Let us know if you`re coming and who you`re excited to see!
🎟️ Forest & Premium Camping are already sold out - grab your tickets now!
Stay connected no matter how far you roam ⛰️✨
The 2025 Ultimate Overland Vehicle is built to keep you online, charged up, and in touch—no matter how far you push past the edges of the map.
Swipe to check out the connection + power gear onboard:
📻 @midlandusa – MicroMobile Two-Way Radio + Antenna
🌐 @zoleolifeus – Global Satellite Communicator
⚡️ @xantrextechnology – Freedom X 2000 Inverter + Remote Panel
📡 @redzonewirelessinternet – Cradlepoint-Ericcson X-10 Router
🔋 @battlebornbatteries – 270Ah 12V Heated GC3 LiFePO4 Kit
Huge thanks to our build partners for creating gear that helps adventurers stay safe, powered, and connected out there 🙌
🔗 Tap the link in bio for the full build + gear breakdown.
📸: 1 - @davidkerstan, 2-6 @andysedano
Overland Expo East is rolling into Arrington, Virginia, October 3-5, 2025! Join us for the ultimate weekend dedicated to overlanding, camping, and adventure travel.
Here’s what’s in store:
⚙️ 200+ tops brands with the latest overlanding, camping, and outdoor gear and vehicles
🔥 Exclusive show only deals and gear specials
🎓 100+ expert-led classes and demos
🍻 Happy hours, raffles, parties, and special events
🥳 Family friendly activities and programming for kids
🏕️ On-site camping for easy access to everything
❗️Forest Camping is already sold out and there are only a handful of Premium Camping spots remaining.
🎟️ Grab your tickets now and start planning your adventure!
👇 Let us know if we’ll see you there!
#overlandexpo #overlandexpoeast #overlandevent #overlandcommunity #overlandvehicles #overlandgear
Meet @scanstrut — a leader in outdoor and marine gear built entirely in-house by an adventurous team passionate about overlanding. Their rugged, waterproof Ventura sockets and power solutions bring seamless connectivity to campers, vans, RVs, and more — wherever your journey leads ⚡️
👉 Swipe through for a quick glance at what makes Scanstrut a trusted name in innovation and durability. Then head to The Compass on overlandexpo.com to learn more (link in bio).
Overland Expo Mountain West had some seriously epic rigs 🔥
👉 Head to our YouTube channel for a quick look at a few that stole the show (link in bio).
🍁 Missed the event? Don’t worry — we’re doing it again next month! Overland Expo East rolls into Arrington, VA October 3-5. Hit the link in bio for more info and tickets.
From rugged 4x4 campers and off-grid beasts to wild custom builds and dream rigs, you’ll find it all at Overland Expo 🚙✨
🎥 @yapping_about_cars
Happy Friday from the dogs of Overland Expo Mountain West 🐾🚙
Swipe through for a dose of pure Friday stoke, courtesy of our four-legged Expo family.
Did you bring your pup? If they`re on IG drop their handle in the comments 🐶
📷 @alexabrookephoto_
Sleep Above It All. Explore Beyond Limits. 🚘
Elevate your truck into the ultimate adventure basecamp with the @roveroll_usa Skynest Tent Combo—sleep, store, and explore like never before.
💪 Rugged Aluminum = Tough, built to Last
💨 Mount Anything = Solar panels, awnings & all your gear
🔋 Stay Powered = USB, USB-C, 12V Outlets + Adjustable lights
🏕️ Sleep in Comfort = Memory foam mattress
🌄 Adventure starts here. Ready to roll?
Join attendees from all over the world at this year’s Overland Expo SoCal in Costa Mesa, CA.