Would like to run the Jeep over a dry lake bed this weekend. Would first time off road with the Gladiator. Advice appreciated

[07052021]

Heading down towards Lake Cumberland this weekend where we'll run the ATVs and the SxS about. At the beginning of winter we stumbled on a section of the lake that was dry and if it's dry this weekend, I'd really like to try the Gladiator on it. I attached some photos. There are no large climbs or drops, just a lot of rocks. I'm running 35x10.5 Kenda Klevers on my Sport S w/ 0 offset Method 703s. No lift/level so I know the front might get close to rubbing or it will rub. I can air down before the rock bed if it's recommended. Looking for any advice. Terrible idea for a first timer or is this pretty novice in a Jeep?

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[Cbieh589]

Take it slow and scout your lines. Looks like if it gets too hairy you can bail out. These trucks were made for exploring, try it out.

 

[Dlish]

Looks like a great time.
Just take your time and remember your diffs are the lowest spot, pick your way thru accordingly

 

[Brahmajoe]

Awesome spot

 

[JeepOfTheseus]

Seems like a relatively safe spot, but absolutely air down. Otherwise it’s going to be extremely uncomfortable and you’ll just be kicking up rocks everywhere. Seems like there are some sharp ones, too, so airing down should help prevent punctures. As others said, mind your lines - without a lift, you may scrape, but doesn’t seem like anything here is likely to do severe damage. Have fun and enjoy the battle scars

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