OC4Play
Seeking adventure? Join OC4Play 4x4 off-roading club & learn more about our exciting excursions!
About OC4Play
Welcome to our off-roading family! To share a bit of history, Orange County 4-Play (OC4-Play) is one of the oldest and longest-running off-road enthusiast clubs in Southern California. Established in 1986 by a group of like-minded individuals, Orange County 4-Play is a family-oriented club dedicated to exploring the back roads, trails, and off-the-beaten paths of California and beyond. We have broadened our original charter from strictly off-road events to also include expedition camping, geo-cache adventures, and discovering open-use areas and parks. We pride ourselves on fostering a friendly environment where we support one another both in and outside of club functions.
As a proud member of CAL4WHEEL (California 4WD Association | https://cal4wheel.com), we actively work to keep our trails accessible against overzealous conservationism and governmental encroachment. By joining our OC4Play 4WD off-road club, part of your annual dues contributes to CAL4WHEEL, ensuring you also become a full member of that organization. Additionally, we participate in the San Bernardino Forest Service Adopt-A-Trail program (http://sbnf-adopt-a-trail.com) and proudly sponsor our own trail, known as White Mountain. At least twice a year, we head out to locations like 3N11 (Wright Mine), 3N11A (Wright Mine Saddle), and 3N17A (White Mountain) to remove fallen trees, debris, and trash, promoting a responsible
OC4Play
Based in Orange County, CA, OC4Play is a dedicated 4WD offroad club for enthusiasts. We are proud to be affiliated with several organizations, including Cal4Wheel (CA4WD), the Clean Trail Project, Adopt-A-Trail, and Tread Lightly. Our club focuses on fostering a community among the many Orange County 4WD offroad clubs.
OC4Play operations
Membership
Membership
Membership
To become a member of OC4Play, you need to own a 4WD vehicle, attend 2 monthly club meetings within a 12 month period, use your vehicle in 2+ official club runs, and prove that you are serious about off-roading. Additionally, you will need to pay annual member dues, a new member fee, and be voted in by a majority of current active club me
To become a member of OC4Play, you need to own a 4WD vehicle, attend 2 monthly club meetings within a 12 month period, use your vehicle in 2+ official club runs, and prove that you are serious about off-roading. Additionally, you will need to pay annual member dues, a new member fee, and be voted in by a majority of current active club members. Join us for your next SoCal off road offroad adventure!
Meetings
Membership
Membership
We request members of OC4Play to participate in at least 2 monthly meetings. This is a great opportunity for off-road enthusiasts to get to know us, and for us to learn more about you. You'll discover more about our community and what it means to be part of a premier Orange County 4WD offroad off road club. We’re excited to share our off
We request members of OC4Play to participate in at least 2 monthly meetings. This is a great opportunity for off-road enthusiasts to get to know us, and for us to learn more about you. You'll discover more about our community and what it means to be part of a premier Orange County 4WD offroad off road club. We’re excited to share our off road club adventures with you, and ensure you’re well-informed about your off-road adventures ahead.
Runs
Membership
Runs
Once on the run with OC4Play, follow the direction of your run leader (aka. Trail Boss), respect the trail, take trash out with you, and do not consume alcohol before or during the run (including breaks). As it may take more than 2 runs to decide to commit to this community, please limit uncommitted runs to 4 total. If you can't decide af
Once on the run with OC4Play, follow the direction of your run leader (aka. Trail Boss), respect the trail, take trash out with you, and do not consume alcohol before or during the run (including breaks). As it may take more than 2 runs to decide to commit to this community, please limit uncommitted runs to 4 total. If you can't decide after 4 runs, then OC4Play is likely not the right fit for you. As we tend to favor moderate to more technical runs in this club, less experienced prospects should first take an off-road training course to learn not only about driving techniques, but also what gear you need to bring.
Club Meeting
Date/Time/Location
Day/Date: Thursday 7/9/26
When: 7:00pm
Where:
Gustafson Brothers
19161 Gothard St., Huntington Beach, CA
(at training center building in parking area behind main building, DO NOT arrive before 6:00p as the business is still operating, enter through back gate behind main bldg.) after business hours.
OC4PLAY RUNS
JUL 18 (Forest Fest Event in Big Bear)
Club member Gary Kim (imatglamis@gmail.com) will be attending the CORVA Forest Fest event in Big Bear on July 18th. He will be camped in space 72 for anyone that wishes to join. Let Gary know if you are also planning to attend.
SEP 28 - OCT 3 (Moab UT Trip)
Lou Osborne (lgosborne9262@hotmail.com) is planning a trip to Moab from August 28th through October 3rd. A full 4 days available to run trails in and around the Moab area. Lou is currently looking at the Sun Outdoors Canyonlands Gateway RV Resort (Link: RV Resort in Moab, UT - Sun Outdoors Canyonlands Gateway) for attending club members with RVs. Of course, also plenty of alternative rental options in the Moab area (hotels, airbnbs, etc.) for those w/o an RV.
Lou is planning on travelling from Orange County to Cedar City, Utah on 9/27, and then up to Moab on 9/28. Then, returning to Cedar City on 10/3, and back home on 10/4. Lou is looking at the Cedar City RV Resort (Link: Cedar City RV Resort | RV Park in Cedar City, Utah Near I-15) for the stops in Cedar City.
We need to start making reservations as soon as possible if these dates work for everyone interested, and if the dates do not work then we need to figure this out as quickly as possible.
Let me know what you think ASAP.
RUN REQUIREMENTS & RECOMENDATIONS
SAFETY (Requirements List from Cal4Wheel)
- Roll bar or factory installed hard top.
- Emergency brake, parking brake, line-lock or other redundant braking system.
- Tow strap or rope (recommend rated at 2x vehicle weight).
- First aid kit.
- Jack capable of lifting the vehicle & tools to change tire.
- Spare tire within 3 inches diameter of other tires, or, for tires 37" or larger, run-flats or tools to repair/reinflate tire.
- Fire extinguisher with gauge indicating good/full, appropriately stored.
- Seat belts for all vehicle occupants.
- Antennas must be rigid or restrained in a manner to prevent injuries.
- Adequate attachment points front and rear (i.e., tow hooks, receiver, etc.). Tow balls are not an acceptable attachment point
- Secured battery (bungie cords are not secure).
VEHICLE
- 4WD required (lockers recommended).
- Sway bar disconnect method recommended for enhanced suspension articulation (and a smoother ride).
- Off-road competent tires (Hybrid Off-Road, Rugged Terrain R/T, or Mud Terrain M/T recommended). Consult with club management in advance of planned runs if using All-Terrain A/T tires.
- Shackle attachment points (front and rear) in case your vehicle needs to be winched or towed out of trouble, and/or in case you can assist to pull someone else.
TRAILS
- Be aware that this club often runs on truck/Jeep trails, which can be challenging and have overgrown branches and narrow trails...so "pin stripe" scratches will occur, sometimes many per run.
- Also be aware some rock and suspension challenges are to be expected, so some underbody contacts are to be expected. Real rock sliders are recommended (some step steps with low steps may cause issues).
- Lesser capable off-road vehicles should confirm with club management before each run.
GEAR
- A winch is a great tool to recommend for self-recovery situations. Some club members have winches, but not all. Ideally at least one club member with a winch will be on every run.
- A GMRS radio is recommended, some members have extras, but not always available.
- Gloves, cold weather gear, blankets, food and water in case any need to spend the night out on the trail due to unforeseen difficulties (highly unlikely, but...).
- High quality/capacity air compressor and tire pressure gauge as it is normally recommended to air down tires for better traction on most runs, then air up one the run has concluded.
MISC.
- Club rules dictate at least 4 vehicles required for each planned club sponsored trail run.
Other Events
CA4WD Sierra Trek
AUG 6-9, 2026
Meadow Lake, near Truckee, CA
Sierra Trek is a Cal4Wheel event located in California’s beautiful Tahoe National Forest. This is a family-oriented event geared towards everything from stock 4x4s on guided historic and slightly challenging tours to fully built rock crawlers and everything in between.