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ROCK MOTORSPORTS HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES

Each year at our annual gala event in Sand Hollow, Utah, during the Trail Hero event, 3 members of the Rock MotorSports community are inducted into the hall of fame. Potential inductees are nominated by community via the link on our website homepage. Every nomination is read, every voice is heard, every nomination is carefully considered. The Hall of Fame board votes on finalists that are to become the 3 inductees each year. Please nominate your candidate!

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Please enjoy the content below on each of our inductees.

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SHANNON CAMPBELL

A true pioneer of rockcrawling and rock racing, Shannon Campbell redefined the limits of performance, engineering, and determination. From hand-built buggies to multiple national championships, his fearless driving and innovative designs have inspired generations.

Campbell’s legacy continues through his family and the countless competitors who follow the trail he carved across the rocks.

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JOHN CURRIE

John Currie is an innovator, champion, and engineer whose influence has shaped the very foundation of rock motorsports. From pioneering drivetrain and suspension designs at Currie Enterprises and RockJock by John Currie to capturing championships behind the wheel, his career bridges craftsmanship and competition. A true icon of innovation and integrity, John’s legacy continues to drive the off-road world forward.

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WALKER EVANS

A legend across off-road disciplines, Walker Evans helped build the bridge between desert racing, short course, and the rise of rock sports. Known as a fierce competitor, innovator, and entrepreneur, his career spans decades of victories and groundbreaking contributions to vehicle design. Walker’s spirit, leadership, and passion continue to influence off-road racing around the world.

 Chris Durham helped define the sport through his fearless driving and innovative vehicle designs. An ARCA overall points champion and the inaugural 2002 ERoCC season champion, Durham became one of the most respected competitors of his era.

Through Chris Durham Motorsports, founded in 1999, he pioneered low-center-of-gravity Jeep builds and innovative body designs that changed how rockcrawlers were built. His influence continues through the vehicles, products, and builders inspired by his work.

SHANNON CAMPBELL

CHRIS DURHAM

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A legendary competitor and defining figure in competitive rockcrawling, Tracy Jordan helped elevate the sport through his extraordinary skill, fearless determination, and relentless pursuit of excellence. His precision behind the wheel and ability to conquer seemingly impossible obstacles set a standard for generations of competitors.

More than a champion, Jordan helped establish the spirit of competition and sportsmanship that defines rock motorsports today. 

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TRACY JORDAN

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A visionary fabricator and engineer, Jon Nelson revolutionized competitive rockcrawling with his groundbreaking “Tiny” moon buggy. Its innovative rear-engine design helped earn 23 competition victories, three series championships, and a Supercrawl World Championship.

From championship-winning desert racing trucks to pioneering rockcrawling designs, Nelson's ingenuity forever changed the sport and continues to influence generations of builders and competitors.

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JON NELSON

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