During our visit to the area for 27th annual Hump N Bump, we tackled the Bowl Trail, a 3-plus rated trial with a handful of challenging obstacles mixed in. The S-turn and the tristepped waterfalls toward the end of the trail are by far the most challenging obstacles, though bypass trail are available for those wanting to avoid body damage or other trail carnage. Aside from these obstacles, the Bowl Trail was mostly was mostly scenic in nature with many possible side hikes to reach higher ground and extend the view. One section of the Bowl Trail also leads to another popular trail called the Matterhorn. When the wind blew just right, we could hear engines revving high as they'd power up steep rock faces in the distance.
For those looking to attend the next Hump N Bump event, information can be found at the Vegas Valley 4-Wheeler website (www.vv4w.org). Additionally, the Logandale Trails System is open year-round for those up to exploring on their own, but make sure you bring plenty of water, pack out your trash, and notify someone about your plans of travel. Many of the trails are guided with markers along the route, with GPS locations printed on the backside of the markers, so navigating around can be made easier using a GPS unit. Maps of the area and additional information are available through the BLM's Las Vegas Field Office (4701 N. Torrey Pines Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89130, (702) 515-5000).
 Our trail boss for the day...  Our trail boss for the day was Mo Hauguel who led the way in his '06 Toyota Tacoma. Mo proved to be an efficient spotter in moving rigs through the S-turn, all of which cleared the obstacle without body damage. |  Traveling in a capable Jeep...  Traveling in a capable Jeep Wrangler TJ, Todd Ockert and his dad, Gene, made easy work of the obstacles along the Bowl Trail. More than just your average 4x4 enthusiasts, Todd serves as the UFWDA director of environmental affairs, and Gene is the UFWDA vice president. |  Tony Pelligrino of Gen-Right...  Tony Pelligrino of Gen-Right Off Road moves his freshly painted YJ up the waterfalls along the Bowl Trail. Tony's YJ is a rockcrawling billboard for the equipment offered by Gen-Right, including the Boulder-series rear tire carrier, front and rear tube fenders, and Crawler gas tank and skidplate. |
 |  Among the variety of vehicles...  Among the variety of vehicles in attendance at the Hump N Bump trail ride were a handful of built Jeep Wrangler JKs. The owner of this JK was eager to put his newly modified rig to the test and wasn't shy about touching sheetmetal to rock. |  Mac MacKenzie shows off the...  Mac MacKenzie shows off the capability of his TJ's AiRock suspension on the S-turn. Navigating the obstacle requires backing your vehicle into the entrance in order to make the tight "S" turn. |