Calling the Camel Trophy anything less than 'iconic' would be an understatement. The event, held from 1980 to 2000 challenged teams from nations around the world to battle the most extreme environments nature had to offer. The Camel Trophy is often cited as inspiration for aspiring adventurers and 4wd enthusiasts alike, but why is this event so fondly remembered? In my opinion, it's because some of the greatest 4wd photography ever was captured during the life of this event. Here's 20 of the most impressive images we could find of the Camel Trophy.
Editors note: many of these images may not be of the highest resolution, but were included because of their significance
Matthew Scott is a dedicated photographer, vintage car enthusiast, and regular contributor to Overland Journal. Growing up in Chicago in a family that valued “all things automotive” as much as exploring the region’s back roads, provided a solid platform for a career as an automotive journalist. He departed the Windy City in lieu Prescott, Arizona, and the great open spaces and adventure opportunities of America’s Southwest. Matthew is currently the Digital Editor for Expedition Portal. You can follow Matthew on Twitter @matthewexplore.
