Good fun practical go anywhere do everything car?

So I'm looking for a car that can go anywhere and do anything. Any suggestions?

Main interest is something sporty but also lots of room. A few examples that I'm interested in are Ford Focus RS and Subaru WRX STI, but they are a little above my budget, something at or under $30k. I'm not looking to get a WRX, and also preferably 4 wheel drive. Preferably reasonably fast as well.

I sounds like your looking for something a little smaller but after always owning cars(mustangs) I bought an 07' 4Runner and I love it! Freeway speeds and 4wd. Its big enough to sleep in when I'm camping or on a long road trip. My buddy got a Toyota fj and put a turbo on it. It's no wrx, but it's a sleeper for sure.

You say you want something like a WRX STI but cheaper and in the next sentence you say you don't want a WRX? Why?
How about a Honda Civic Si?

How can a 21 year old afford a $30k car?

A good second hand Jeep Wrangler

Do you really think either of those cars can "go anywhere"?