There we areas on the trail I would have been really careful on with our 2023 Subaru Outback and I would lower the air pressure to help soften up the ride a bit but you are correct, a standard all wheel drive SUV will only get you so far. The trail guide book we had with us told us when we would need to park and walk if not driving a high clearance 4 wheel drive. Beautiful country. Be sure to check out my channel for other videos. We posted one each day we where out there. Thanks for the comment.