Well, I disagree. But I am a firm believer in natural selection too, soooo.Just because you can do something doesn't mean you should. In today's world you have to watch out for the majority and not the exceptions. There are so many IG and TikTok dipshits out there thinking they can do anything and go anywhere because some jackass influencer posted a video where they did it that I applaud the NPS for doing this. Someone has to save the idiots from themselves.
I have never been off-roading out west, and I damn sure wouldn't go without someone more experienced and who knows the trail(s).
It seems that you lack the spirit of adventure. Advance knowledge dramatically lessens the level of adventure. Part of the joy of exploring is not knowing what is around the next corner. As long as one knows his limits, and is adequately prepared (enough to be able to successfully retreat), then it should be fine to take a track without knowing all of its details in advance.
Its called having fun but being safe. Adventure can happen without the stupidity.
Don't mind Bob. He's in his own little world.