8 Years of Camping at the Cove

Can you all believe that the Cove has let us come back for the 8th year in a row?!

Statistically this has ALWAYS BEEN POSTED IN THE 5TH GEN SECTION (with a link in the off-roading section), since it was started by the 5th Gens. I would absolutely love if this post would remain here in the 5th gen section as this trip is geared toward getting new folks out to see what their truck can do.

What the heck am I talking about? Well....

This is the 8th year we have had an adventure to the Cove in Gore Virginia.

For those that have never been before, this trip is a great opportunity to meet some fellow Toyota enthusiasts, and the ability to take your 4Runner off the beaten path for a weekend of fun!

The Cove offers everything from gravel access roads to mud pits to hard core rock crawling!

You will enjoy rustic camping (no water or electricity at the campsites, only a spot-a-pot, picnic table and fire ring), fishing, shooting, exploring and awesome conversations at the campfire at night.

We are extremely fortunate that the great staff at The Cove opens their trail network up to us for this event! They have very specific rules that only allow trail riding for large events (we are not a large event for them), and we have earned their trust and approval.

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Details:

The Cove Campground
Gore Virginia
(540)858-2882

THE COVE

Weather Forecast

* Arrive Friday November 1, and leave early Monday morning November 4 or anytime during that time-frame. (Most folks come in on Friday or Saturday and leave Sunday Morning.)

* $17 each person per night.

* $25 per vehicle "Trail Use" fee.

* $10 per day rifle range fee (only if/when you plan to shoot)

*Saturday night cookout/Pot Luck dinner (I've spoken with Scott from GT Peace and they are looking forward to this again, details to follow.)

*We ususally have a few really good giveaways, and I suspect that will be the case again this year. Last year I believe GT Peace gave away an alignment and some other goodies.


LINE UP YOUR VEHICLES SATURDAY AT 6PM FOR THE GROUP PHOTO IN THE BIG FIELD NEXT TO CAMP!

Weather is typically cool during the day with temps reaching into the 40's at night. Plan accordingly, but watch the forecast.

Notes: Friendly dogs are allowed.

NO NIGHT RUNS. Pick up your trash. Leave your campsite as you found it.

Map download link: https://www.gaiagps.com/public/eucOg3Apm9MlA86fP2cQ0BEb

You can also find this listed on it's own FaceBook page which I created.

You can find tons of Videos and Pictures from previous years by using the search function for "T4R Camping at the Cove".

Also, if you made it this far... the [MENTION=65614]Antman[/MENTION] may show his face in his new Chevy!

Let me know if you can make it, and I'll attempt to try to keep a running list here:


[MENTION=112177]4RnR Grl[/MENTION]
[MENTION=132027]OneGreenTaco[/MENTION]
[MENTION=314282]GnarrKills[/MENTION]
[MENTION=248103]DarthYota[/MENTION]
[MENTION=65614]Antman[/MENTION]
[MENTION=276630]Anand[/MENTION]
[MENTION=3442]Boyds4Runner[/MENTION]
[MENTION=216740]redneckcrawler[/MENTION]
[MENTION=174597]gfxcruncher[/MENTION]
[MENTION=164436]The_Green_Wang[/MENTION]

$10 range fee seems reasonable.

I hit it on the FB event, but mark us as in!

Looking forward to this event again as last year was a complete blast!

Still on the fence? Worried because you have a stock truck? Don't know anyone? Put these fears aside and mark your calendars. Last year I answered yes to all of those questions and had an absolutely great time.

That being said, it is November, and in Virginia, so bring a warm sleeping bag and a tent heater. If everyone is prepared with all that, then it'll be 50 degrees

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So here are a few from 2018....

Anand said:

I hit it on the FB event, but mark us as in!

Looking forward to this event again as last year was a complete blast!

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Tht's a great shot of my truck!

I’m in and probably with both kiddies...

Looks Cool!

I'd like to get in on this. Is it an RSVP thing or can I just show up?

I went for the first time three years ago completely stock and did just fine. I've done a lot to my rig since, but I highly encourage anyone on the fence who's worried about whether they can do it or not, you can. Get out, meet great people and have a blast.

Bummed, this my bachelor party weekend or I would totally go

Grace will be changing spark plugs, oil and brakes for Google Play Cards...

Will there be snacks?

I'm in again with my daughter.

antman said:

i’m in and probably with both kiddies...

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yaaassss!!!!!!!!!

GnarrKills said:

I'd like to get in on this. Is it an RSVP thing or can I just show up?

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I'll add you to the headcount. I have one on Facebook as well. I think we had just under 30 trucks last year if I'm not mistaken. I'm planning on that number.

gibburnz said:

I went for the first time three years ago completely stock and did just fine. I've done a lot to my rig since, but I highly encourage anyone on the fence who's worried about whether they can do it or not, you can. Get out, meet great people and have a blast.

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Well... Are you coming or what?

Miss these trips!!

MAXIMUS COME!

RaisedByWolves said:

Miss these trips!!

MAXIMUS COME!

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I’m pretty sure he ate that guy...

As of right now I'm in.

I posted yes on Facebook but saw this too!

I'm in this year after missing the last two!

For any that aren't sure of going...I went in 2016 and met a great group that I currently still get out with when schedules work out.

Fun and like-minded folks with an interest in teaching those that need it and ribbing those that need it too!

There is no mobile phone service unless you're at the top of one of the hills so be prepared and download any movies or shows for the kids or yourselves to watch on the devices ahead of time.

Also would be helpful to have CB and/or HAM for communications on the trails although some carry spares to share.

I don’t remember why I couldn’t make it last year, but I’m in this time around!
Looking forward to it!

I cant wait to get involved in some of these trips!!! I am brand new to the 4Runner scene (trucks in general) and I am absolutely in love with all the great things you all do with these Runners. I am hoping for a new position at work that will make the timeframe doable as now its dead in the middle of my busy season! Hope to see you guys on some trails soon enough though. ~Chaz