Ep. 306: Burr Trail, Utah | RV travel camping hiking RVlife

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  • @gorrdd
    @gorrdd ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Burr Trail!!! awesome episode location, Marc. 👏👍
    Gord

  • @mickster1780
    @mickster1780 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    rugged beauty

  • @clarkenicholson9358
    @clarkenicholson9358 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Those mishaps certainly test our patience and expand one's vocabulary. Myself, wife and trusty dog traveled 2 years in our rv, we had our mishaps but wouldn't have traded it for the world.
    Safe travels, and thanks for all your hard work.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you very much for your kind words and well wishes, Clark! We're right there with you - we wouldn't trade this lifestyle for anything, mishaps or no.

  • @leokathysigrist5874
    @leokathysigrist5874 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    When you spoke of your damage, my Wife and I had near tears of empathy for you. Last year I stopped to get gas near Chickahominy Reservoir, OR. I pulled in and no sooner than I did, the gas attendant had me back up. We were only there less than 10 seconds. Sure enough, a prius pulled in right behind me. Yes, you guessed it, I backed my trailer (thankfully, very gently) into the prius. Luckily, I only put a small dent in my sewer hose bumper. However, prius definitely had damage. I was nearly sick over it. I’m always careful. But it was at the end of a longer than normal travel day. And if you know that area, it was the last gas for over 100 miles. We were on vapors. So I was stressed enough to not be as attentive as normal. I definitely exercised my sailors tongue at myself later after setting up camp.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We all have those horror stories, don't we Leo?

    • @leokathysigrist5874
      @leokathysigrist5874 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GrandAdventure Just another opportunity to excise my vocabulary!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@leokathysigrist5874 I suspect mine is the same.

  • @Honukimo
    @Honukimo ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Marc, so sorry to hear this Grand Adventure wasn’t the one you planned. Love your videos, we look forward to each weeks release. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so very much, Jim. A minor hiccup, and you play the cards you're dealt. The back is now nearly back to normal.

  • @ssgt2002
    @ssgt2002 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks so much for sharing this view with good detail about what is paved and what isn't. From an RV towing perspective, this is really great detail.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Our pleasure Lawrence, thanks so much for watching.

  • @jeeptj5583
    @jeeptj5583 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really great job of capturing the essence of the Burr Trail Area. Video was excellent and always interesting facts/history, etc. Thanks for an entertaining & informative video. Don

  • @RamblinRoadies
    @RamblinRoadies ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow Marc, that was the greatest segue into a Brooklyn Bedding promo that I've ever seen. Kudos. 🛌

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🤣 The way my back felt, it was a natural.

  • @rdgerdes
    @rdgerdes ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great episode! Sorry for the damage, and hope your back is on the mend. Thanks for the great tour of the Burr Trail!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Randy, and thanks so much for watching!

  • @bobr7867
    @bobr7867 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an informative video, Marc! We’d never heard of Burr Trail and the areas surrounding Capital Reef and the Glen Canyon dam. You’ve given us another Utah location to visit - thanks!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are most welcome, Bob, and we are happy to introduce you to the area. Thanks so much for watching!

  • @mccarthy7566
    @mccarthy7566 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great episode Marc! Glad to hear the new truck is exceeding your expectations, but sorry to hear you banged her up already! As they say, everything's fixable.

  • @SmokyMountainBlessed
    @SmokyMountainBlessed ปีที่แล้ว +5

    another great scenic ride thanks

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much for joining us.

  • @joyces3550
    @joyces3550 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful scenic video Marc, loved it! Thanks for all your hard work. Hope your back is 100% very soon.

  • @idahoblessing
    @idahoblessing ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Truly a Grand Adventure! The best in a long long time.

  • @kensterling8628
    @kensterling8628 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Marc's back! Great work, you hit it out of the park, again!

  • @lorih379
    @lorih379 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We have an f350 dually and it was really tall in the back end leaving little room for clearance with the fifth wheel. We took out the spacers between the leaf springs and rear axle of the truck. We remove the ones that came with, and put back shorter spacers. Gave us an extra couple of inches of clearance for the trailer.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice to hear that you figured that out, Lori! We have 7 inches of clearance, which should be adequate if I don't do anything stupid. Such was not the case this time.

  • @DanyRivard
    @DanyRivard ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very nice video!

  • @gypsymountaineers3215
    @gypsymountaineers3215 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    We loved this video! Dang it! More places we need to visit. Thanks for taking us along for the ride! 😍

  • @thewanderingshores
    @thewanderingshores ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Marc, another great spot, so sorry about the camper and truck rail. That is one of the things that I worry about if we had a 5th wheel. Safe Travels and maybe we will cross paths this summer on the road- Kyle & Michelle

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We hope that we do! As for the damage, anything can be fixed.

  • @cpwatching5647
    @cpwatching5647 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great adventure. We have been reviewing the Escalante area for a trip just last week. Your coverage here an inspiration. Take care.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, and you too! There's an enormous amount to see in that area. I recommend our earlier episode for some other highlights of things to see and do.

  • @Okispider
    @Okispider 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    don't feel bad, we have dropped the 5th wheel on the truck twice! we have a wonderful body shop near us and our truck looks like new...:)

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I've done that once too. 😁 Somehow, however, there was no damage from that incident.

  • @normgibson6565
    @normgibson6565 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great trip.

  • @chrisfinnegan8370
    @chrisfinnegan8370 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hey , when Laird and the strapped crew first surfed Jaws 🏄‍♂️ they had it to themselves , Then the word got out , Now its a human Zoo , , ,

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      With the Burr Trail overall stretching for 70 miles, I don't think that'll happen there anytime soon.

  • @rv_at_the_beach2603
    @rv_at_the_beach2603 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hey, no 90 year old shaming, please. Love your videos.

  • @kurtschulmeyer1041
    @kurtschulmeyer1041 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the views! Hope your back gets better.I'll put this on my bucket list. Dirt roads are pretty standard for me.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Same for us, Kurt, which is why it was a pleasant change to be boondocking right off of an asphalt road.

  • @alanjohnson2853
    @alanjohnson2853 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, excellent video production!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Alan, and thanks for watching!

  • @geraldsouthard7092
    @geraldsouthard7092 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    We love that area! Thanks for sharing this with all of us. Bummer about the damage to the new truck and the 5’er. It is stuff that can be repaired. It is just a way to tell you that you are getting full use of your rig! Safe travels.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Full use indeed. Thanks Gerald! I have come to terms with it, and now just need to get it fixed.

  • @damonvitangeli7929
    @damonvitangeli7929 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Mark, sorry to hear about your back. Look up cobra stretch on TH-cam. Laying out for about 15 minutes two or three times a day and it’ll do wonders for your back. Thanks for the great videos and here’s to a speedy recovery.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Damon, and thank you for the tip!

  • @melodyassaro
    @melodyassaro ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sorry about your mishaps. Hope your back is doing better. That area is stunning. We have not been there but it’s on the list

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Melody! Doing much better, thank you.

  • @genemccabe9657
    @genemccabe9657 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I know that Burr Trail campground well. There's something about that spot - trying to get better shade I backed into a dead cedar branch and shattered the rear window on my trailer. And the no-see-ums there feasted on me every time I stepped outside. The next time there a huge thunderstorm flooded the canyon below and the sandy campground soil turned to slop. And once again I was visited by thousands of my no-see-um pals. That being said I'm going back there again this fall, after the monsoons and no-see-ums are supposed to be gone. Third time's the charm, I hope. Good video, more people need to see the occasional frustrating challenges of boondocking.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Gene! It's not always rainbows & unicorns, but I'd rather be boondocking over a campground any day. The trials are all just part of the Grand Adventure.
      And BTW, I'm not sorry that your no-see-ums were nowhere to be found during our visit. 😉

    • @genemccabe9657
      @genemccabe9657 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GrandAdventure agree completely...

  • @larryburkett9628
    @larryburkett9628 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome first trip. Don't feel bad about bending the RETRAX, I did that with the new to us DRV that the previous owner had lowered the hitch on it. Got both rails on our truck.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Larry. It seems like every RVer has moments like this.

  • @gina50gina
    @gina50gina ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm so excited about this Burr Trail, it's now on the top of my bucket list! How amazing to be able to drive though the geology that is exposed for us to see. What powerful forces of nature shaped this land? Thank you so much Marc for bringing us this video to show us this part of Utah and Mother Earth.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Three forces, Suzane: erosion, erosion and erosion. Okay, a little uplift as well. Thank you so much for watching (again)!

    • @gina50gina
      @gina50gina ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GrandAdventure Erosion and uplift, so amazing!

  • @laughingram7287
    @laughingram7287 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ouch!!
    I don’t know how you kept so positive after all that. I think some would have cancelled the trip and headed back home.
    Oh wait - you are already home! 😉
    The rest of this video was excellent!!
    Your boondocking spot was beautiful. Nice shot with the drone.
    I wish we would have known about Kiva Koffeehouse. I think we were trying to get to our spot in Escalante before dark.
    The Singing Canyon was pretty, even if it was a short hike. Definitely would be a great one for those who are physically challenged.
    Looks like you found some kind of dwelling. 👍🏼
    The drive and the scenery were spectacular on the way to Bullfrog.
    We really enjoyed this video.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Ram
    👍🏼👍🏾
    PS: Hope your back is better.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Ram! Still some nagging sciatica-type stuff, but nothing I can't tolerate. Glad you enjoyed this one!

  • @scenicdriveways6708
    @scenicdriveways6708 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It's a good idea to use walkie-talkies when backing into a spot. Backing up a trailer has always come easy to me, I've backup up everything from boat trailers, to RV's, to 53' semi trailers. But while we were full timing, I always had Jo-Ann get out of the truck with a Walkie-Talkie and keep an eye on anything that could damage our RV or truck. It's just peace of mind.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yep! Live and learn, JT.

    • @scenicdriveways6708
      @scenicdriveways6708 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@GrandAdventure
      It's one thing if it's just your camper, it's quite another when it's your home.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@scenicdriveways6708 That's so very true as well. I am much more careful with this than I am with our previous travel trailer.

  • @mycull
    @mycull ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic video!

  • @ShawnPatterson402
    @ShawnPatterson402 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Some superb terrain there. Glad to hear that the F350 is doing its job for you. Too bad about the damage, but I guess these things happen from time to time. Nothing that is not repairable after all. Looking forward to your upcoming travel season for sure... as always, safe travels....

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Shawn, very true, and same to you.

  • @jimlee8785
    @jimlee8785 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, hope you get your issues resolved soon.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Jim!

    • @jimlee8785
      @jimlee8785 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GrandAdventure look forward to the next adventure

  • @mikedewitt5880
    @mikedewitt5880 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The music was great

  • @lnazworth
    @lnazworth ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's a beautiful place!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes it is! Thank you so much for watching.

  • @satajet883
    @satajet883 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a beautiful area. We spent a week west of there at Kodachrome SP And Bryce Canyon. The night skies were jaw dropping. Awesome Truck. Sorry about the damage. As a former Painter and now damage estimator I know what a pain that is going to get taken care of. And then the shops have to be narrowed down to Ford certified aluminum repair. Here in SW Fla it is over a month wait just to schedule an estimate. I miss South Utah and Az and those open spaces for sure. But the beaches here and Kayaking are amazing.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! At the rate I'm going repairs may have to wait for winter in SLC, but at least everything is functional and doesn't look that bad now.
      You're going to love this Wednesday's video, too. Even more remote, at least in a different sense.

  • @tglass0000
    @tglass0000 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful area and I do hope to see it someday!

  • @ConquerYou
    @ConquerYou ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video! Utah might be my very favorite state.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's why we decided to call it home 20 years ago. Thank you!

    • @ConquerYou
      @ConquerYou ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GrandAdventure 👍😁

  • @gorrdd
    @gorrdd ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was not disappointed! Thanks Marc. You did a great job of videography... capturing some of the many burrs along the Burr Trail... I noticed that you tended to prefer hugging the side towards the mountain... me too!😂
    Sorry to hear of your trials and back being thrown out. That makes life a real challenge. May your back heal quickly.
    Blessings,
    Gord

  • @daviscrt
    @daviscrt ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man, so sorry for your issues. Great video. I am looking to be riving in Utah next year. Cant wait. Thanks Don

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Don! As I've mentioned to others, anything can be fixed. No point in stressing too much about it.

  • @Thetravelinmillers
    @Thetravelinmillers ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video and gave me more places to add to my list! Hope your back gets better!

  • @edensfamilyadventures2714
    @edensfamilyadventures2714 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video review Marc !👍So sorry to hear about your wrenched back and truck/trailer. Looks like you did an outstanding job massaging out the wrinkles from said mishap. You gotta be proud of your work on that. Safe travels

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much, and safe travels to you as well!

  • @krashnpa
    @krashnpa ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wonderful episode, even though it came at some expense! Glad you're doing better and back at it.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Ed! We appreciate your comment.

  • @bobalanadventures2024
    @bobalanadventures2024 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Enjoyed your video! We drove part of the Burr trail a couple of years ago. Beautiful place.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      It sure is, Bob. Thanks for coming along!

  • @tim_g3478
    @tim_g3478 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Marc, I assume you also drove on Utah Rte 12. Definitely an awesome paved road too. We were there last September after heavy rains had flooded many roads and left them covered in wet and dry soil

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely, Tim! Between getting to the Burr and leaving afterward we drove Route 12 in its entirety. We didn't focus on it in this episode as we have covered it in various sections through other episodes.

  • @ouRVisionnomadicliving
    @ouRVisionnomadicliving ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful area. Well damnit Marc thats too bad about the bedrail and cap, those angles can take you by surprise at times. Hope you had a Pie at Hells Backbone Grill. Anasazi State Park is one of the Gems of the Utah State Parks. Wow what a fantastic road. I had no idea. Thanks for sharing safe travels you two!!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      So happy that you enjoyed it, thank you very much! Stuff happens, and anything can be fixed or replaced.

  • @EmmittDespain
    @EmmittDespain ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Singing canyon is one of my favorite places ever. Love the Burr Trail!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We can understand why. Thanks so much for watching!

  • @moretoliving2236
    @moretoliving2236 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Marc if it makes you feel any better about your vehicular kerfuffle... I have yet to see a single 5th wheel and a single 5th wheel tow truck that does not have some damage to both the RV and the vehicle. Usually truck bed is all weird and bent out of shape like a tree fell on it and rv is all discombobulated. This is exactly why every time I hear people "how easy it is to back up a 5th wheel" I wince. In fact this is exactly why I get out of my RV every single time, no matter spotters and camp hosts trying to guide you in... After having few very short of disaster situationships.... I was like no way Jose... Never have "having eyes on back of your head and head on a swivel" are truer than when trying to navigate an RV somewhere.
    Despite parking like a hundred thousand times... my current RV managed to hit a bolt that is sticking out of my own driveway latch and put a 20 inch gash as I was backing in. I fixed it myself to point where its flush with bondo and a whole bunch of sand paper. I ended up putting a black walmart decal over the gash to at least hide it somewhat. I know exactly how you felt because you want to be both mad, park the darn thing and realize what repairs will cost.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep, you've nailed it. I was extra frustrated because it's not only a brand new truck, but also it was the very first day we'd towed with it! Screaming every expletive I could think of out in the middle of the southern Utah desert didn't help any, either. 😆

  • @akgobears
    @akgobears ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of the best things i love about your videos is that i can take my rig anywhere you go so i love making a note of your spots...Only problem is ours is a 27ft motorhome and we dont pull a toad so that makes it hard to pull up stakes and explore the area....Love this spot though with the canyon views and all. Wondering if this would still be a good spot come summer months ...We are big on shade as we dont need internet (just rely on wifi whenever) and dont have solar, plus me and heat, we dont get along...Damn boss, You been having some bad luck lately with the repairs and all along with the back issues...Hope the back issues gone by now cause i know your well on your way to whatever comes next...Well, like they told me when i bought mine, if your going to use it, your going to fix it...More true words have never been spoken in the RV world i dont care what unit you have...Thanks for the video, lookin forward to what comes next....Stay safe, be well...

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Those are true words indeed! Summers can be a little toasty down there. It's at altitude, but not enough for the latitude.

    • @akgobears
      @akgobears ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GrandAdventure👍

  • @Serf_dumb
    @Serf_dumb ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That RV mattress looks like it'd beat the sheets off my mattress at home 😅

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We are super proud to be sponsored by Brooklyn Bedding. We will only take sponsorships from companies that we believe in, and we believe in them.

    • @Serf_dumb
      @Serf_dumb ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Grand Adventure I can see why! Take care of that back & continued safe travels 🙂

  • @DownsizingMakesCents
    @DownsizingMakesCents ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Alice and I watched this on the tv while drycamping here at petrified forest, we would love to hit that slot canyon. Bummer on the damage on the new truck but it sounds like you got it under control. What is that lens on your Sony, I know you told me before but i forgot. We hope to be seeing capitol reef in June. Love that switchback road. Alice wants to know how you operate the camera and drive at the same time, haha. Are you the only guy driving around the desert with a kayak? Larry

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Funny Larry, but not once, but twice at Whitney Pocket (the next episode) I had complete strangers stop to comment that I was far from the water. 😄 That Sony's G-Series 18-105mm lens. I also have 35mm f2.0 fixed focal length lens for it, but seldom use it.

  • @k-mparker
    @k-mparker ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video with stunning footage!!! That sux what happened getting to your spot. We have had several close call with our 5ver tryn to get into boondocking spots. A lot of times, if it starts looking sketchy, my wife will get out with the radio and guide and monitor the situation. Has helped to prevent potential damage. One time earlier this year in Anza Borrego, we had to bail out of spot by backing up over a mile. She was mad as a pissed off hornet and I was cussing like a sailor.😂😂
    Thanx!!! 👍😃🍻

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Been there, done that Mike! 😄 Appreciate your kind words, and thanks so much for watching.

    • @k-mparker
      @k-mparker ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GrandAdventure Your welcome!!!
      👍😃🍻

    • @seabeevet9285
      @seabeevet9285 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s funny us Sailors have this reputation for a colorful vocabulary!!! Believe me, is added a few words to our vernacular on occasion!!!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@seabeevet9285 I don't have your service, but I'll bet I have your vocabulary.

  • @janelewis8143
    @janelewis8143 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another excellent adve..ty!!

  • @robertnasser9937
    @robertnasser9937 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It may be time for independent suspension, Nice

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      It would have helped, Bob, but I'm not sure it would have totally prevented it.

  • @CFPVideoProductions
    @CFPVideoProductions ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful. It looks like the 5th wheel was with you down the Burr Trail switchback. Fantastic views. Would you recommend a 36 foot Class A towing a car for that Ride?
    Don

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      No fifth wheel on the switchbacks, we were just driving the truck. I wouldn't recommend the switchbacks for anything other than a truck camper or a class B.

    • @CFPVideoProductions
      @CFPVideoProductions ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ​@@GrandAdventure Well I feel better now. Looking at those turns, the steep cliffs at the shoulders and the general road conditions, I'm glad to hear that. I could not think of your 5th wheeler making it so easy.
      Don

  • @cbingham40
    @cbingham40 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We want to go to Utah next month. Never been and we are new to this. Looking for advise

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The best advice I can give you is think beyond the five national parks. That's what everyone gravitates to, and frankly there is just as good, if not better out there without the flood of people.

    • @cbingham40
      @cbingham40 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GrandAdventure we absolutely want to be beyond the crowds. I think we could easily be off grid for 5 days with our rig

  • @najruqwi7008
    @najruqwi7008 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video 👍. I would like to hike through that slot canyon. I usually go to visit my family in Southern Utah every summer so I will see if I can find it

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just a warning, it is super, super short! It's hard to spend more than about 15 or 20 minutes there. Nearby you will find slots like Spooky Canyon and others that will give you a full day trip.

    • @najruqwi7008
      @najruqwi7008 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks 👍

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@najruqwi7008 this is by far, hands down the best guide to Southern Utah Canyons that don't require ropes: www.amazon.com/Non-Technical-Canyon-Hiking-Colorado-Plateau/dp/0944510345

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kylenunley5038 there are probably about a half dozen spots. Some of them will be a little tight for you, but one in particular here maps.app.goo.gl/UALtEMRyX2cDGvYn6 would be no issue whatsoever. If you look at that spot in satellite view you will see what I mean.

    • @kylenunley5038
      @kylenunley5038 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GrandAdventure thank you!

  • @AmericanWanderers
    @AmericanWanderers ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Heh you have recaptured me after not watching for months while you did equipment reviews, You also seemed to be padding the videos with excessive use of the drone. Was not interested in watching five minutes of drone flights around some campground.
    But you are back with this video to your old form. Hope your back recovers, I know what it is like.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Bryan, glad to have you back.

  • @rickphillips4966
    @rickphillips4966 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I missed this episode. Been there, done that with truck and trailer damage. Hurricane, UT.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It sucks, doesn't it, Rick? We managed to put everything back together with a rubber mallet (thank you aluminum body panels!) to the point where it was difficult to even notice the damage, but we spent all summer without a working tonneau. Now that we're in snow country and snow accumulates in the truck bed, we're very happy to finally be getting it fixed.

    • @rickphillips4966
      @rickphillips4966 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I tore a hole in the bottom of the 5th wheel over the truck, a hole in the fiberglass on the front, destroyed a toolbox and damaged the front of the truck bed from the toolbox. But great boondocking spot.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@rickphillips4966 it certainly goes with the territory. Just like everything else, everything can be fixed or replaced.

  • @WanderingCarl
    @WanderingCarl ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am curious to know which direction would you face your camper door if you had a choice.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Carl, for us it's East. That way we get the morning sun on the patio, but not the late afternoon sun.

  • @naomivance7454
    @naomivance7454 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So sorry about your back, truck, and 5th wheel

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Naomi! Back is back to normal. And anything with the truck can be fixed or replaced. That's life.

  • @dianabalto
    @dianabalto ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Please tell us where you're staying? in the Burro trail.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Diana, the spot we stayed is linked via a Google Maps pin right in the video description.

  • @bluecruiser2019
    @bluecruiser2019 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We always pass the coffee house and never stop, is it really worth it🤷‍♂️

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes it is. Quality coffee, stunning views and a unique story.

  • @safepetproducts
    @safepetproducts ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So those big rigs went down the switchbacks, or is there another way to get there?

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      No, you camp between Boulder and the switchbacks. I wouldn't recommend any RV other than a van or a truck camper descending the switchbacks.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh, wait a minute. You mean in Bullfrog? You can get the Bullfrog by state road.

    • @safepetproducts
      @safepetproducts ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GrandAdventure nonetheless they were down there at the campground.

    • @safepetproducts
      @safepetproducts ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GrandAdventure yes, sorry at the campground at the end.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@safepetproducts yes that's in Bullfrog. State highways 95 to 276. They don't have to take the Burr.

  • @kylenunley5038
    @kylenunley5038 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Are there a lot of boondocking spots along the burr trail that I could take a 40’ fifth wheel? Obviously not on the switchbacks but between there and boulder?

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There are a half dozen or more spots, Kyle. Some would be tight for you, but others, especially this one
      maps.app.goo.gl/UALtEMRyX2cDGvYn6 provide plenty of room. If you view that in satellite mode you will see what I'm talking about.

    • @kylenunley5038
      @kylenunley5038 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GrandAdventure for some reason it’s not letting me pull anything up with that link. I appreciate you giving me some pointers. We will be down by Bryce in a couple months and would like to go check this out. Thank you!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kylenunley5038 here's latitude and longitude for the mapping app of your choice: 37.8485574, -111.3703816

    • @kylenunley5038
      @kylenunley5038 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GrandAdventure Thanks I got it now. Yes that is plenty big enough to fit. Thanks for the great content!

  • @cirrus820travelers9
    @cirrus820travelers9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Did you haul your 5th wheel through all those switchbacks?

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh, hells no. We were just driving the truck out exploring that day.

    • @cirrus820travelers9
      @cirrus820travelers9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good to know! THANKS! Won't attempt it with our truck camper....

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cirrus820travelers9 in a truck camper you would be fine. In fact, we encountered two on the switchbacks.

  • @davidcapalbo5002
    @davidcapalbo5002 ปีที่แล้ว

    Rvers...always going where they shouldn't 😂

  • @bertkelly7650
    @bertkelly7650 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You've been doing a lot of cussing lately. Did you make up any new ones?

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I don't need to, I know all the good ones. 😉

  • @chasingdreamsinsteadofdoll3428
    @chasingdreamsinsteadofdoll3428 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Marc Sorry to hear about your truck, trsiler and your back I feel your pain as I fell a.coupme.montjs ago on some black ice I am just now getting back to normal Stay safe friend

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh my! Here's wishing you the speediest of recoveries.

  • @dukefleshman4936
    @dukefleshman4936 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Marc. Awesome to see you back on the road! Especially areas of Utah. Your videos are fantastic and and inspiring!