Me vs. Wild

Haha.. had to call up to hear the happy lady's report.
"high tide was at 4:07 and it was REALLY high..." too funny.. what happened to 1 foot, 2 foot.. love her not so technical inflection!

High tide can be a good thing.. if you time your travel during low tide, the beach sand will be packed down and make for much easier driving.

Now that Yarborough pass is reopened, (at the 17 mile marker) be forewarned that this can be a good spot to stick your vehicle, so keep up the momentum as (if) you go through. I've pulled out a F350 Ford and a 2500 Dodge Ram here, both 4 wheel drive, but neither really prepared right.

Tips:

Lower your tire pressure for a larger contact patch which increases traction.

Take boards along to put under your tires for traction should you get stuck

Bring a small shovel

Bring an empty bucket for wetting the sand with ocean water should you get stuck.. you can pack it back down and get back on top of it.

Should you lose forward momentum, try backing up in your own tracks where the sand is packed down.

If there happens to be track that have gone before you, try to follow in those of course.

Bring drinking water and extra gas. (mileage will be bad on the sand) Keep an eye on your fuel... half tank means time to turn around.

And most of all.. have a happy and safe visit!

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