Forest Gump Hill - Mexican Hat Utah

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  • @63bplumb
    @63bplumb 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I was there just two weeks ago. Have a picture of my 66 Cadillac at the Forest Gump spot.

  • @nealhathaway2004
    @nealhathaway2004 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I always thought about coyoty roadrunner cartoons and how the animators must have spent time here.

  • @carolsmith5531
    @carolsmith5531 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you again for taking me to a place that I will never have the opportunity to visit. I’m afraid my traveling days are over but I still get to travel with your videos. Thank you….Thank you!!!

  • @carolynhogarth2725
    @carolynhogarth2725 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice Firest Gump picture. Lovingvtge share
    HAVE A GREAT HAPPY DAY TO EVERYONE.

  • @lauraslanesvanlifetravels
    @lauraslanesvanlifetravels 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    You know what I like about your channel? Well, besides everything lol...i like that it's about where your going and where your at, not just yourself or fixing stuff or products...you do have some of that a little but not too much. I love everyone I watch that travels, but sometimes some are way too focused on themselves instead of the journey and showing the areas.

    • @sledawgpilot
      @sledawgpilot 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He has his promotional videos and I don’t begrudge him that, it pays for all the entertainment he gives us. Also I’m generally sort of interested in that stuff. If life was fair it would be more like $ what network tv people get.

    • @rickeap
      @rickeap 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Exactly. I watch lots of travel videos and too often young pretty things make themselves the star attractions. The videos need to be about the views and experience, not about the people behind it. Russ has the perfect mix, enough to get to know him but it's about the travel, not him.

  • @margaretbowen867
    @margaretbowen867 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Next time at Monument Valley take the loop drive. A must see.😁

  • @annettehambler-pruden6682
    @annettehambler-pruden6682 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    HAVE DRIVEN IT SEVERAL TIMES BUT IT IS NICE TO SEE IT AS A PASSENGER. I CAN WATCH THE SCENERY INSTEAD OF THE TOURISTS

  • @michaeldane197
    @michaeldane197 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The movie National Lampoon’s Vacation, Stagecoach, The Searchers, 2001: A Space Odyssey and Mission Impossible II was filmed in Monument Valley. Just some of the other movies made here. Great Video.. I wonder if The Looney Tunes got the idea back for the Roadrunner and Coyote cartoons from here. Happy Thanksgiving Russ. Have a Great Turkey Dinner.

  • @jesscarey7666
    @jesscarey7666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Very cool Russ 😎

  • @stephenbrown3763
    @stephenbrown3763 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Russ!!! "UTAH" "BEAUTIFUL " "ROCK FORMATIONS"!!!

  • @martyrose
    @martyrose 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Hey Russ! 🙋 That's a beautiful area. Nature made her own outdoor museum. You're a fun tour guide. Makes the ride along extra enjoyable. Thanks! ❤️

  • @susanboatman7913
    @susanboatman7913 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Happy Thanksgiving everyone. I'm thankful for all the gorgeous God-given nature in the US. Gorgeous video Russ.

  • @lonnierandall7882
    @lonnierandall7882 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The clouds are beautiful. They add another dimension to the views.

  • @stephrusty3055
    @stephrusty3055 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Russ .Just shows you how small you are on this planet its vast .
    Utah is pretty place .traveled the area 2006 👍👍👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

  • @amyrobinson3119
    @amyrobinson3119 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The cloud cover, really made it ❤

  • @shirleyc7175
    @shirleyc7175 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The clouds are beautiful

  • @betb48
    @betb48 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Actually the sky was giving super effect... first time i watch your video... you are good ... would love to be there now...bless you ...canada here

  • @michaeltipton5500
    @michaeltipton5500 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My Brother lives in Moab. We drove through Mexican Hat on the way to the Grand Canyon.

  • @OkieJammer2736
    @OkieJammer2736 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ohhh, yeah. ☀️ Thank you much!

  • @apolloskyfacer5842
    @apolloskyfacer5842 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It's way beyond our comprehension. how long it took for that vast plateau to be worn down to what we're seeing to day. The monuments are all that's left of it. A geological time duration of millions of years.

  • @jamosgarage9006
    @jamosgarage9006 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool area. I like Bluff, Utah, Mexican Hat, Utah and Sand Island petroglyphs.

  • @ksr1177
    @ksr1177 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Run Russ run forest gump classic. Thanks again for another great video.

  • @AndreaGarcia-ul2cm
    @AndreaGarcia-ul2cm 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really feel blessed when I see things so beautiful

  • @nealhathaway2004
    @nealhathaway2004 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Sometime around 2003, I was camping on Mulie Point. I know it's hard to believe, but you can find it on the internet. I saw the Aurora Borialis. It was crazy. No describing it.

  • @karenj49
    @karenj49 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love your video! We were there last year, for the second time. Everyone should see Utah at least once, but they’ll most likely return. God knocked it out of the park with Utah! All praise and glory to Him!

  • @juliebradford2999
    @juliebradford2999 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Such a beautiful land,beautifully video. Thanks for Sharing Russ!

  • @IDNHANTU2day
    @IDNHANTU2day 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Another great surprise on a beautiful Thanksgiving morning. Thank you Russ. You are a Rock Star Bro.

  • @donnastedham9822
    @donnastedham9822 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Beautiful scenery. Happy Thanksgiving.

  • @chrisconley8105
    @chrisconley8105 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Personally, I think those clouds are spectacular. Thanks for taking us along.

  • @landerson1012
    @landerson1012 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Pretty country around those parts. Here in Minnesota, our hills mainly consist of parking lot speed bumps.

  • @JodysJourney
    @JodysJourney 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We were there just last week. 😃👍🏻

  • @susanstrickland6774
    @susanstrickland6774 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a beautiful drive. Liked seeing Forest Gump Hill. Just saw the square in Savannah from the movie a month ago. That Mexican Hat is really neat, balanced perfectly. Thanks for taking us along. 🙂👍

  • @SPak-rt2gb
    @SPak-rt2gb 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great journey Russ, I'm surprised there isn't a town called Mars, Utah with all the red colors. Safe Travels

  • @stephbrandenburg9957
    @stephbrandenburg9957 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Take care!
    Watching Mail Call in between rv er tv just to get me on track

  • @ericheyblom
    @ericheyblom 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No end to enjoying going for a ride with you, across the wonderful terrain of the mid US.
    Thanks for all your efforts Russ.

  • @Volunteersunrise
    @Volunteersunrise 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Years ago we camped at the Navajo park in Monument Valley. It rained overnight and after sunrise we had to load our Harleys in the rain. It was like riding on oil. The road down into the Monuments are amazing. The rainy morning had the clouds so low the Mittens looked like ships looming out of the sea.

  • @changguklew235
    @changguklew235 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    오늘도 좋은 영상 감사합니다. 2019년도 방문했던 기억이 납니다. 또 다시 한번 더 가보고 싶네요. Thank you for the great video today. I remember visiting in 2019. I would like to visit again.

  • @johnlenart597
    @johnlenart597 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Years ago I just entered Zion and Bryce and ran into sleet and hail. Not good when on 2 wheels. Ended up on the Mexican border to warm up. Never got back until now. Sure looks too cool for school. 👍👍🏍🏍🏍🦃🙋‍♂️

  • @billmcroberts6566
    @billmcroberts6566 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We spent a week in a yurt near Mexican Hat in 2011. Drove up the Mokey Dugway. What a trip. Thanks for the memories.

  • @fcballnyfc8528
    @fcballnyfc8528 ปีที่แล้ว

    👍👍👍👍👍👌👌👌👌👌❤️❤️❤️❤️..... Woow absolutely amazing be safe my friend....

  • @romeoalphafoxtrot9517
    @romeoalphafoxtrot9517 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Spectacular scenery! Great video Russ!

  • @jeffsten1
    @jeffsten1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Been there done that. The beginning of Covid. Beautiful area. Thank you Russ!

  • @stephend.mixell2042
    @stephend.mixell2042 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    hey Russ hope you had a Thanksgiving. Another neat video and Mt valley is indeed something to see thanks again for sharing. just got the latest to cool for school RVerTV sticker for on my SUV. Nice addition to my collection. Take care until the next time.

  • @susiachmady
    @susiachmady ปีที่แล้ว

    Monument Valley, is famous for being beautiful in UTAH, and I remember the film Forest Gum, Tom Hank once ran along this road, while shooting the film Forest Gum. Even though it looks barren, it has its own beauty, like large stone carvings. thank you for sharing and gave information about this valey

  • @brycehongola2425
    @brycehongola2425 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My favorite spot other worldly the Monument Valley great shot for Forrest Gump.☮️🌵I stayed at that old funky motel at Mexican 👒 🙂

  • @ramontoro
    @ramontoro 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    One of my favorites areas , two times I have been there and I want to go next year, if you have the time go to the “ The View Hotel “ inside the monument valley it’s amazing, thanks Russ for a very good job and let’s see what happens in Moab , thanks from Puerto Rico

  • @nancycain4434
    @nancycain4434 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's on my bucket list.Beautiful area, thanks Russ.

  • @skyebird3933
    @skyebird3933 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow! What a cool part of this earth. Thank you so much for all you do to show it to us. 😊

  • @evelynwinchester4726
    @evelynwinchester4726 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Russ, my FAVORITE place in the world. We actually went to Mexican Hat in 1988. From Los Angeles, Ca

  • @timpage8996
    @timpage8996 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the vicarious experience of Forrest Gump hill!!!

  • @larryjohnson6398
    @larryjohnson6398 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video very beautiful there love the cloud formation travel safe for us and have a Happy Thanksgiving we did we enjoy you so much

  • @birdvalystuff
    @birdvalystuff 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Interesting land scape since I have never seen it. Now I can't believe you stayed at KOA. So, I seen where people need to stop. This was starting close to east side of Grand Canyon. It's not that far few hours drive. Even close to where you say you're going be do able in day easy enough.

  • @BlazingLaser
    @BlazingLaser 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    A few years ago we were in Monument Valley after a huge snowstorm. It was just incredible! I think there was a law, years ago, that if you were making a Western movie, you had to film at least some scenes in Monument Valley! If cowboys were driving a herd of cattle from Abilene to Kansas City, they'd go through Monument Valley!

  • @joemiles6917
    @joemiles6917 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy Thanksgiving Russ!

  • @oifiismith
    @oifiismith 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Aloha! Happy Thanksgiving Russ and everyone. Mahalo for sharing the videos. God bless, safe travel and much luv🤙

  • @Alana6275-v5x
    @Alana6275-v5x 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mexican Hat rock. Cool!

  • @boblister665
    @boblister665 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    We drove through there 3 weeks ago. We spent the night in Mexican Hat ang got to see the valley at sunset and sunrise. Perfect weather when we came through

  • @Volunteersunrise
    @Volunteersunrise 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Russ, Loved the shots of my favorite road. Mexican Hat is great. The meandering river at Goosenecks State Park is wondrous. Safe travels my friend.

  • @gianlucavighini
    @gianlucavighini 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Russ is always my personal window on the West. Thank u very much for your work. Your italian friend…

  • @charleshouse5541
    @charleshouse5541 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Think i saw that rock on a recent nasa video🤫!

  • @DrCarlo
    @DrCarlo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Russ, Happy Thanksgiving on the road my friend...Your Videos are outstanding, and I miss home because of you and your travels...I'll be back as they say...

  • @robertjean659
    @robertjean659 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Spectacular scenery thru that area Russ. 🇦🇺🇦🇺

  • @lindabrown2211
    @lindabrown2211 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Russ for the ride along. Again another place Ive heard about but never been . Happy Thanksgiving and be safe. As you say see you soon.

  • @KB6YAF
    @KB6YAF 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Monument Valley is on my bucket list. Thanks Russ for taking me (Russell D.) along....

  • @jgringo5516
    @jgringo5516 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Burping up Turkey feathers now while getting pounding by heavy rain. Nice scenery over there!

  • @TravellingTrav1025
    @TravellingTrav1025 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Back in 2008/09 Me and my wife roadtripped from California through there on the way to Moab and Mesa Verde national park. Our southwest roadtrip😁

  • @eaglerare1273
    @eaglerare1273 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for including more map screen shots. Enjoy the journey

  • @mikellofgren201
    @mikellofgren201 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Russ! On my bucket, but my health is fading fast. Very grateful you shared this one, as with so many more of your thoughtful presentations. Happy New Year

  • @raphtranter6895
    @raphtranter6895 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just north of the Mexican Hat rock formation is a turn off to the west for Gooseneck State Park. This small park is an absolute must see. It overlooks the switchbacks of the San Juan River as it proceeds to Lake Powell after flowing through the small town of Mexican Hat. You will not be disappointed. The geographic features are stunning. It's only a few miles off Hwy 163 and is paved the entire way. The state of Utah has a minimal vehicle fee to enter this park. It's a small price for what you'll experience.

  • @backcountryboondockers
    @backcountryboondockers 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Valley of the Gods is nice to check out too.

  • @housesOTR
    @housesOTR 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just off the road is Goosenecks State Park. Great place to camp on the edge of the cliff.

  • @jenniferrobertson243
    @jenniferrobertson243 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Really enjoy your channel. Loved Forrest Gump hill
    1994 was a great year for movies Forrest Gump Pulp fiction
    Shawshank redemption
    😊👍

  • @ivank196
    @ivank196 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Russ! My favourite element of your videos are the aerial segments and your unique chuckle LOL! Great job!

  • @BrendaHaltom-cs6ck
    @BrendaHaltom-cs6ck ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! Mexican Hat Rock was so cool Russ! Thank you so much for this video! Happy New Year 2024!!❤️😀🚙🌄

  • @timf6916
    @timf6916 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Way COOL, the hole video.

  • @LEXPIX
    @LEXPIX 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice scenery. Well captured.

  • @dclassb8135
    @dclassb8135 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Russ

  • @brindahoward4527
    @brindahoward4527 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've never been to Utah. Loved the scenery. Thanks for sharing

  • @LMGSvideos
    @LMGSvideos 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Was there at the end of October. I stayed a night at goosenecks state park right outside of Mexican hat. Also drove the Moky Dugway. It was a great trip.

  • @richardl.7390
    @richardl.7390 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    In 2013, I took this exact photo that you show @ 6:45 in your video : Utah Route 163 looking south towards Monument Valley. I didn't know it was Forest Gump's "last mile" ... lol ! You can access the Navajo Tribal Park (it used to cost 5.00 US$ to enter) and tour the site alone or with the help of a local Navajo guide if you wish (at an additional cost). In 1981, I toured the site alone and got stuck in soft sand with my truck. I was lucky to carry iron "Traction Aids" and a shovel with me and I was able to get out of trouble all alone. Route 191 takes you to "Canyon de Chelly" where you can admire "Spider Woman" tower, a marvelous sight. Extraordinary part of the World to discover and explore. Cheers. RICHARD

  • @gregprince2523
    @gregprince2523 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful area Russ!

  • @keith01956
    @keith01956 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very cool Thanks again Russ, Happy Thanksgiving

  • @lj4130
    @lj4130 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Truly spectacular! A Great video. Happy thanksgiving

  • @Greg_Jones
    @Greg_Jones 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I thought for sure you would put the drone in "follow" mode to catch you jogging up Gump Hill. 😊

  • @goodoakpress
    @goodoakpress 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool video, Russ. I haven't been to Monument Valley since the early 1990s. before Forrest Gump. It hasn't changed. Still looks the same. 🙂

  • @terrymertz1923
    @terrymertz1923 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We missed out on the mittens? I can't believe you drove right by

  • @titchyjp
    @titchyjp 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Russ,you wouldn’t believe this but I was watching Forrest Gump on Tv when this video came up.Find your videos so fascinating,keep it up👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿.

  • @timothykosmoski5690
    @timothykosmoski5690 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow that is way cool Russ thanks for the tour don’t know that I’d make it over that way but sure nice to see it you do such fine job videoing hats off to you… Lol no pun intended… Talk soon

  • @chaleurphantom1
    @chaleurphantom1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well, Thanks a lot!! Another Bucket List item. Absolutely beautiful country. I have been watching your videos for awhile. I think this one is my favorite. Just incredible scenery.
    I checked it out.

  • @rickeap
    @rickeap 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Next time I visit I will do this drive. I've been to Monument Valley but not Mexican Hat or the Gump hill Your videos are inspiring.

  • @terobegay25
    @terobegay25 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Im from MV. Next time go camp at Moki Dugway Point. Turn towards Goose Neck and drive up the Mesa. Free camping and with beautiful views.

  • @otway00
    @otway00 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wife and I spent a few days in area late August. Turn outs for Gump View were packed and there were many people laying down in the road taking pictures

  • @joansidor5191
    @joansidor5191 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gorgeous..... Thanks Russ.
    Joan in Page

  • @brucesmith9144
    @brucesmith9144 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Too cool for school. I’ve driven from Monument Valley through Mexican Hat to Moab and you are absolutely right recommending this drive. You’ll see the monolith rocks from Monument Valley in the rearview mirror for some time. The only thing not seen were Roadrunner and Wile E. Coyote 😉

  • @jamesharris8541
    @jamesharris8541 ปีที่แล้ว

    Had a great flatiron steak dinner in Mexican Hat !

  • @williamscoggin1509
    @williamscoggin1509 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Close to Mexican hat Rock headed north on 163 there's a road you can turn left and it goes over to a real tall Cliff face and a road zig zags up that Cliff face to the top or if you come from lake Powell Direction you can come down the cliff face it is one hell of a view up there and a little bit of a white knuckle slow roll coming down the cliff face. LOL road is plenty wide though for two cars Plus extra you're just so far up it gets to you.

  • @patriciawarner1274
    @patriciawarner1274 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the area, been through there twice

  • @dionecolvin9266
    @dionecolvin9266 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved the vedio I will get to that drive one day thanks for sharing

  • @JanelleVocate-Ames
    @JanelleVocate-Ames 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    YAY!!!

  • @crookedbird6589
    @crookedbird6589 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Driven that road from Moab to MV Twice. What a great drive. Watch for deer near Monticello UT. I almost hit a herd at night twice. You shood drive Mugy dugway ( Not sure of the spelling) from Natural Bridges to Mexican Hat It is incredible too. Make sure to go from NB to Mexican hat though.