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From a specially made test track, Toyota exclusive test vehicles, and epic trails, all your off-roading desires are here!
Grab some friends and set out for a day of exploration with miles of trails or join us on some guided tours for every skill level!
Kick back with an amazing group of people after a day on the trails and enjoy hanging out at camp in breathtaking Palo Duro Canyon!
Want to stretch your legs after some time behind the wheel? Experience our challenging and beautiful hiking system!
Texas Toyota Takeover will take place
June 9th – June 12th, 2022 at
MERUS Adventure™ Park
in Palo Duro Canyon.
Texas Toyota Takeover is a family-friendly event with fun activities for everyone in the group!
As the first-ever Toyota exclusive event in the beautiful Palo Duro Canyon, Texas Toyota Takeover aims to become the premier Toyota event for the off-road and overlanding community. No matter your skill or your experience, there will be fun for everyone, including guided tours, vendor booths, group meals, and vehicle test tracks. We encourage you to bring your friends and your family and explore it for yourself.
10:00 am Gates Open
10:30 am – 6:00 pm Check In & Sign Ups
4:00 pm Park Rules/Safety Briefing
5:30 pm Dinner – Sponsored by Street Toyota
8:30 am Coffee & Breakfast – Sponsored by Overland Expedition Outfitters
9:00 am Vendor Village Open
9:30 am Green & Blue Tours Depart
12:00 pm Street Toyota Test Track Open
Intro to Recovery Class
1:30 pm Black Tours Depart
2:00 pm Group Hike Departs
5:00 pm Group Photo @ Hetz Bluff
6:00 pm Dinner – Sponsored by Street Toyota – Raffle to follow
8:30 am Coffee & Breakfast – Sponsored by Basecamp Provisions
9:00 am Vendor Village Open
9:30 am Black & Blue Tours Depart
12:00 pm Street Toyota Test Track Open
2:00 pm Group Hike Departs
5:00 pm Group Photo @ Hetz Bluff
6:00 pm Dinner – Sponsored by Street Toyota – Raffle to follow
8:30 pm MERUS Night Run – VR4 North
8:30 am Coffee & Breakfast – Sponsored by Midguard Adventure Equipment
9:00 am Vendor Village Open
9:30 am Trail Repairs & Off-Road Essentials – Sponsored by Draconian Performance
12:00 pm Trails Close
This pass includes one vehicle and the driver. One passenger may be added with a passenger ticket below.
This pass covers one person who does not have their own vehicle and plans to ride along with someone who does.
This pass includes the vehicle, driver, and up to 3 passengers
All ticket sales are final and refunds cannot be issued.
Texas Toyota Takeover is exclusively a Toyota (this includes Lexus brand vehicles) event, but all Toyota enthusiasts are welcome! Whether you drive a Tundra, Tacoma, 4Runner, or something else, all platforms are welcome.
Part of the fun of off-roading comes from the community, so whether you are new to off-roading or a seasoned expert, we want to bring together true enthusiasts who love to face challenges and grow their skills.
The Texas Toyota Takeover has a rig capacity, so we encourage you to reserve your spot early. Registration will close on June 4th, 2022.
Texas Toyota Takeover is an exclusive Toyota event. Lexus brand vehicles are included and welcome! You are welcome to come check out the event, but we will be restricting trail access to Toyota & Lexus vehicles only and the park will be closed to the general public for the weekend.
If you would like to book a trip click here for available dates.
The cost of registration includes camping fees at our designated event camping location. If you wish to reserve one of our specific campsites, you will need to make a reservation separate from the event registration. Click here to book a campsite.
All event camping will be boondocking. As development progresses at the park, any RV hookups will be made available through making reservations here.
We currently do not have any showers on site. This spring will bring a lot of development at the park, so please follow our social media, and check back here often for the most up-to-date information.
We get it, there’s nothing better than gathering around the campfire after a day on the trails. However, MERUS Adventure™ is currently observing a strict fire ban. Propane pits and cooktops are permitted and acceptable. NO WOOD, CHARCOAL, OR NATURAL BURNING FIRES ARE ALLOWED.
In addition, we ask that smokers be prepared to distinguish their cigarettes/cigars in their vehicle. This park is precious to us and we work hard daily to protect it. If you are found to violate these rules, you will be reminded once then asked to leave the park on repeated instances.
Our amazing sponsors will be providing some meals for the event. Please check our event schedule for specific details.
Absolutely! What is going to make this event so amazing is the opportunity for a great time for every skill level. Our platinum sponsor, Street Toyota, will be providing vehicles to test drive, a test course to try your vehicle out on, and education on the basics of operation. On top of that, MERUS Adventure™ will be running guided trail runs for those that want to participate. These tours will range from absolute beginner to trail veterans that wants to get after it!
MERUS is so much more than just an off-roading park. We offer world class camping, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
However, our off-roading is limited to 4×4 vehicles only. This is for safety on everyone’s part. We do encourage 4×2 vehicles to still come out and participate in testing out a 4×4 Toyota and experiencing an incredible event with like minded individuals and groups.
Absolutely! We love having pets and furry family at the park. The canyon does provide many natural hazards, in addition to the many vehicles at this event. So for the safety of the animal, we do require pets to be leashed and in your full control at all times.
Open alcoholic beverages and consumption are prohibited in off-road-vehicles during use on trails, in public parking areas. Alcohol consumption is allowed in designated camping and event areas only. Violators will be asked to leave the event.
MERUS Adventure™ is a 6,500+ acre private property in Palo Duro Canyon. This property offers exposed terrain from 4 different geological time periods creating incredible colors and a variety of surface materials.
You’ll traverse Sand, Sandstone, Red Dirt, Rock, Stone, Clay, and more in rapidly shifting environments. With most elevation gains ranging from 100 to 500 feet, there are ample opportunities for solid climbs and descents.
We started with a vision to redefine what a premium outdoor experience could be like. To build a park that nourishes the adventurous spirit. A place where friends and families could come together and where new lifelong friendships are formed. A place where we challenge ourselves to push harder, climb higher, ride faster, and unleash some adrenaline.
What started as a vision is now well on the way to becoming the premier outdoor recreation park in Texas and competing to be one of the top in the country.
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