MOUNT WHITNEY & MT LANGLEY HIKE w MAPS. 6 days Backpacking Horseshoe Meadow to Whitney Portal JMT

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  • Sequoia Kings Canyon: Hiking Mount Whitney via Mt Langley & the most beautiful lakes in the world. A 6 day backpacking trip through the high Sierra Nevada. Entire Hike w Maps, Horseshoe Meadow to Whitney Portal JMT and the PCT
    Support me on Patreon.com/norwegianxplorer
    NB. Long version, entire trip including maps, this video is over 2 hours long:-)
    The video includes the following locations:
    Horseshoe Meadow, Cottonwood Lakes, Army Pass, Mount Langley, Soldier Lakes, Miter Basin, Sky Blue Lake, Crabtree Pass, Crabtree Lakes, Crabtree Meadow, JMT, PCT, Guitar Lake, Trail Crest, Mount Whitney, 99 switchbacks, Whitney Portal, Fire Season, Backpacking Sequoia National Park, entire full trip with maps. Mt Whitney Mt Langley, California. This is a long video!
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  • @RicardoRoams
    @RicardoRoams 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I haven't watch the entire video yet but I will. What I have seen brings back so many memories. I basically did this same trail in 1975 with my roommate at the time. I was 23 years old. We spent a total of 2 weeks in the Sierra's, 3-4 days at Crabtree Lakes. In those days there were very few people on the trails. We didn't see anyone while we were at Crabtree Lakes catching our limit of Golden Trout. If you're never eaten Golden Trout, you owe yourself a treat. Seeing the top of Whitney with its stone hut took me back 45 years in an instant. The only things that appeared different to me was the fact the air didn't seem as clear, maybe a result of fires. And there was less snow on surrounding peaks. Probably a result of global warming. From the peak we hiked down to Whitney Portal and hitched a ride from Lone Pine, back down 395 where we then caught a ride back up into the mountains where we left the our truck. This proved to be a very interesting ride. We hopped back into the bed of a pickup truck loaded with hay, towing a horse trailer. As we climbed the dirt road up the mountain grade we spotted thru the back truck window the two guys drinking Budweisers. Oh, it gets worse! I looked down among the bales of hay and I saw a wooden box marked Dynamite! Needless to say when we got to our truck we thanked the two guys for the ride and breathed a well deserved sigh of relief. From here we decided not to go home just yet. We spent the next 5 days in Yosemite National Park. It was easier to get a campsite in Yosemite in those days. We did the Half Dome hike up the cables. We did the hike from the Valley to the top of Glacier Point, and the hike to the top of Yosemite Falls. My hiking partner has since passed away and I think I'm too old to do Whitney again. But that was a summer I'll never forget!

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Amazing times, I am sorry about the loss of your friend, but must be a great memory to cherish him by!

    • @gregall2178
      @gregall2178 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Age ain't nothin' but a number ;-)
      en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hulda_Crooks

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      True that :-)

    • @Wisdom-Nuggets-Tid-Bits
      @Wisdom-Nuggets-Tid-Bits ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That is an awesome story.

    • @silvermediastudio
      @silvermediastudio 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I know it's hard to imagine, but there are different amounts of snow each year. Some years there is more snow, and other years there is less snow. To make it even more mind boggling, some years are warmer than others, while some years are cooler. Now, you may not know this because you're not a climate scientist, but warmer weather will melt snow faster, whereas when there is more snow and cooler temperatures, the snow melts slower. Each year, the amount of snow and the temperatures are different. Back in 1858, a hurricane hit San Diego and even impacted the mountains! Must have been all those dinosaur farts and some micro-climate-crisis!
      Here's another fun fact: The hottest day in Death Valley history was 134° ...you'd probably think that was in 2018 or 2019, as a result of Donald Trump's climate disasters, right!?!? Well, it was in 1913.

  • @INTUITIVENORSK2303
    @INTUITIVENORSK2303 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    👋Hi Norwegian Xplorer!
    Here I am again, watching this awesome video for the 4th time! It's really enjoyable.
    I think tonight whilst I do some house chores, I'll watch your 1000 ft above the fjords. That's one of my true favourites & a true ripper, just fantastic!
    Take care Norwegian Xplorer.🙏

  • @juelsitner3667
    @juelsitner3667 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Again and again - quality, beautiful photography, music awesome. Thank you.

  • @Twhyte96
    @Twhyte96 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    cannot emphasize enough how much i love that you include your map details, i don't see anyone doing it and its so helpful when looking for new areas

  • @DeeFay-fl1hs
    @DeeFay-fl1hs 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Once again a fascinating and compelling video hike. Thank you especially for every time you retrace your steps to enhance our viewing!

  • @natlovell122
    @natlovell122 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful! Love the footage and I love the music. Amazing you put this together for us to enjoy

  • @carolinashannon4706
    @carolinashannon4706 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Only thing I Can say is just WOW ABSOLUTELY AMAZING HIKE, I GET SCARED WITH THOSE TINY WAYS BUT YOU’RE GOING THROUGH IT NICE AND EASY, ENJOYED YOUR VIDEO FOR SURE

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It is so beautiful in the Sierra, and this was my favorite!

  • @HeartOfTheHorses
    @HeartOfTheHorses ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a beautiful video. It’s so beautiful up there. I spent most of my youth backpacking from Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Mt. Whitney. Thank you for sharing your adventure.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It is one of the most stunning areas of the world IMO, the trail from trailcrest to the summit is just fantastic and prob the most scenic trail I have ever walkd

  • @bbfanmo
    @bbfanmo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This whole video was beyond amazing. At times it looked just too beautiful to be real! Thank you for sharing your trip.. these are places I’ll never see in person but thanks to you I’ve experienced them. ❤️

  • @jamesfrazier9671
    @jamesfrazier9671 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    SPECTACULAR VIDEO, THANKS MORE THAN I CAN EXPRESS!

  • @zimmerfraugudrun
    @zimmerfraugudrun ปีที่แล้ว +1

    absolutly stunning, thank you for sharing, your way to do the videos is great. I enjoyed it so much.

  • @aslexon
    @aslexon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I usually don't comment, but love the filming too.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you I really appreciate your comments😊🙏

  • @vernvartdal6479
    @vernvartdal6479 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This Norwegian American did this as my first backpacking trip in the mid 90's. Old Army pass vs. New Army was interesting. Old Army was crumbly in the 90's. Surprised by a mountain lion at the top of new army. I did both passes to see. The boulder field of Langley on top was a little tricky. There was a long stretch without water on the second day. guitar Lake and the rest of the trip was amazing. I did many trips after, but that trip is up at the top in my memory today.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Its an amazing place Vern, not many places can compare!

  • @china2755
    @china2755 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I just wanted to say I love your videos they are the most beautiful sites I have ever seen. I'm new to your channel and looking at the world through your eyes is Great. Keep up the amazing work, be careful and a great big hello all the way from Gross Point Woods Michigan 🙋

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Welcome aboard! So cool you are watching from Michigan!

  • @lesliecarpenter869
    @lesliecarpenter869 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I camped at guitar lake when I climbed Mt Whitney at 12 with my Scout group.....so fun! Back when we ate dehydrated food LOL.
    Love your video's also the ones of you and Joey.

  • @ericschoenmakers6165
    @ericschoenmakers6165 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    RE: Crabtree Pass
    I hiked this route (without Langley) with 3 friends last week, and explored the alternate route down Crabtree Pass (stay to the North while still at the top of the pass, and aim for the gully with smaller rocks) that you suggested: Making the traverse to the North before descending turned out to be easier said than done -> it took us well over 2 hours to come down (but yes: the gully itself is rather easy to navigate)... While on Mt. Whitney we ran across a gentleman who was going in the opposite direction, and who asked us specifically about Crabtree Pass. He also referred to this TH-cam video 🙂

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Eric, that is good to know, thanks for answering my question, I do think the pass is less scary going southbound probably. Its funny how it is exactly so steep that you can not get a good grip on the loose gravel.

    • @ericschoenmakers6165
      @ericschoenmakers6165 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NorwegianXplorer Just got back after finishing the JMT (SoBo); I still think Crabtree Pass ranks in the top 3 most strenuous passes among those I've done in the last month. But... once you're down, it's really beautiful!
      I want to second Tommy Whyte's comment (below), and want to compliment you on the high quality of the videos you post! Great quality footage, excellent information density, and some nice, "special" music playing in the background. Please keep up the good work!

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ericschoenmakers6165 Thank you so much Erik! hope to be back there sometime soon, in the meantime I have been exploring the arctic parts of Norway and Sweden this summer.

  • @gretchenbillings1402
    @gretchenbillings1402 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Those smokey pictures would be way cool in a video game 😁😁😁

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Indeed, the sierra are very video gameish

  • @karensmyth9147
    @karensmyth9147 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That was epic! Amazing walks and scenery. Beautifuly filmed and breathtaking panoramas. Well done, I felt as though I was there hiking. An amazing achievement. 😊😊😊😅😊 2:24:25

  • @rogerkeating2839
    @rogerkeating2839 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love your videos! The quality and attention to detail is awesome! I did Mt. Langley in 1971 and watching your ascent brought back great memories. Thank you again for the beautiful videos!

  • @ChipChoc00
    @ChipChoc00 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So excited to watch! Thanks for sharing. 👍🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @lopezexplora
    @lopezexplora 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So beautiful and magnificent , thank you for sharing 🥾🥾

  • @dangermouse2977
    @dangermouse2977 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you so much for posting your lovely videos!
    Ive been to several of the same places and it is a delight to revisit some of our National and State treasures. I dont get up in the mts nearly as much as I want to and some people would never see such
    amazing places at all without your generosity.
    You frame your shots beautifully and smoothly.
    I love the unrushed peaceful quality and some of the music, although these places speak well for themselves.
    Hearing your footsteps and breathing adds to the experience, not as easy as you make it look!
    Happy Trails!

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much Danger Mouse, truly appreciate it!!

  • @imawaylonfan1
    @imawaylonfan1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I guess will not be touching my book for the next few nights. Can’t wait to watch every minute. Thank again for sharing. Hope to meet up with you next year

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha, thats awesome, thank you my friend!

  • @MountainFisher
    @MountainFisher ปีที่แล้ว +1

    First time I hiked the JMT maps and trail signs was all there was and trail signs were few and far between in places. Only got a little lost here and there when passes were totally covered with snow. I like how he's using a non-standard map.

  • @owenbuchheit4648
    @owenbuchheit4648 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    By far the best hiking videos on TH-cam. This one in particular helped me prepare for a loop hike I did a month ago, taking the PCT to Whitney and back through Miter basin. It was some of the most beautiful scenery I’ve experienced. Thank you for making these.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Great to hear! It has been too long for me since I was in the Sierra, miss it a lot!

  • @reginebilliet2679
    @reginebilliet2679 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you, Mr Norwegian Xplorer, for allowing me to join you on your hiking trails in America. Incredibly beautiful, majestatic mountains Langley and Whitney. Highly dangerous trails, but I know that doesn't frighten you (cf. your sitting on the extreme top of Preikstolen, Norway !) I presume not all stone-rocks on your trails are stable. I admire your courage, defying struggling, slippery steps near deep abysses..... I wonder you don't mention stone-fall ? It was for me a unique occasion to discover America, and to experience the scaring narrowness of the deep canyons. Thanks for your amazing film ! From Belgium.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for watching, there is not a big chance of rock fall if you stay on the trails, they are pretty safe

  • @terib5467
    @terib5467 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a beautiful view, Mount Langley. Thanks for taking us on your journey

  • @unjarredoutdoors5513
    @unjarredoutdoors5513 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful. Just beautiful

  • @G.Photogirl
    @G.Photogirl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Gosh, I see that this video was posted 10 months ago, yet here we are, still fires raging in California, its heartbreaking to acknowledge how much of our beautiful lands have been decimated by fire. Your video is a great documentary of the wonder and majesty of the Sierras.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you, yes its really sad with the fires, and it doesnt look to be getting any better:-(

    • @kriskabin
      @kriskabin ปีที่แล้ว

      2022/23 winter & it's record breaking snowfall amounts here in the eastern Sierras. California. Fire & ice!

  • @vincentmaes3554
    @vincentmaes3554 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Documented very nicely.

  • @rasberryhedge
    @rasberryhedge ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! What a fabulous video! I love a long, mostly silent hiking video and this one delivered so much pleasure. Thank you!

  • @TheChrisCoffee
    @TheChrisCoffee ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just watched this for the first time and I must say that I was thoroughly entertained and amazed. I have watched many hiking videos about Mt. Whitney but there was something about yours that made it special. Just the perfect amount of commentary mixed with video and music. Thank you for a great virtual hike!!!

  • @philwriedt3398
    @philwriedt3398 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely amazing photography. The last time I tried to summit Mt Whitney was in '73, We were hiking from Whitney Portal to South Lake over 2 weeks. I didn't make it higher than Trail Crest. Me and my asthma/altitude sickness just couldn't hack it. Climbing Whitney in a blizzard in August. What was really demoralizing is when a group of 60 somethings from Lone Pine passed us on the way up wearing their church clothes and wingtips, and then a couple of hours latter met us on their way back down. Apparently they did it every week.
    I had shortness of breath just watching you stroll on up to the top.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Phil, one of the best experiences of my life!

  • @robstegman44
    @robstegman44 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So beautiful....thank you for the video.

  • @aventurasdealan.
    @aventurasdealan. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Is very ,very beautiful .

  • @bluwtrgypsy
    @bluwtrgypsy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a fantastic video. A beautiful trek with incredible crystal clear photography. I enjoyed all your efforts in pointing out various places and points of interest. Truly enjoyable. Blessings, stay safe and thank you.

  • @brettsellers2899
    @brettsellers2899 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Amazing! Thank you.

  • @Betonrg
    @Betonrg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are the best nature hiker. Your videos and pictures have not comparison. Congrats my friend.

  • @kellyhickerson602
    @kellyhickerson602 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Endless beauty!!! thank you so much!!! The videography here is amazing!!

  • @BBQDad463
    @BBQDad463 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for this video of some truly stunning, majestic territory. I have wanted to climb Mt. Whitney for years; this video makes me certain that I must do this.
    Again, thanks!

  • @Lb-df4xi
    @Lb-df4xi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm a year late but better than never! I just had to say this is some of the most stunning scenery I've ever viewed. It's almost otherworldly and this from a NC girl that is so used to the green all around her at all times. The huge jagged mountains sheltering those crystal clear lakes are almost too beautiful 😍

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, this is some of the most stunning areas I can imagine, the Sierra are world class, and the trail up from Guitar lake to Whitney is the most amazing trail I have ever walked

  • @Halfpace52
    @Halfpace52 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome trip. Thank you.

  • @jerrywiget307
    @jerrywiget307 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Doing awesome wonderful job on your adventure, by yourself doing 📽️ this area..very challenging put doable.. aloha from Hawaii jerry wiget

  • @clayhuie7385
    @clayhuie7385 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful video. Tks for sharing this stunning beauty with us. I so far have been unable to secure a permit for Whitney this season. But Langley is my plan B. Hopefully there will be no smoke in mid October.

  • @hikesteepfishhigh
    @hikesteepfishhigh 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    awsome work. in the video you mention that old army pass is above cottonwood #5. it is actually above and behind cottonwood #4. i love that cottonwood area.

  • @Tastewithnewdrinks
    @Tastewithnewdrinks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing adventure.

  • @epretorious
    @epretorious 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I REALLY like that you've incorporated the Camp Cam and the trail maps - Both enrich the whole experience!

  • @laneysommer
    @laneysommer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Outstanding video! I've watched a number of Mount Whitney hiking videos and none have captured its majesty as well as you have. It really takes me back to my own Whitney summit in August of 2019. I did it alone, in one day, via the Whitney Portal. I agree with you completely... it's the most incredible trail I've ever walked and for me, the most awesome and memorable hike I've ever done. Thank you for capturing it so beautifully and sharing it.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Laney, really appreciate it, it was such an unexpected awesomeness, I had heard so much about how over crowded it was, and it was crowded, but it still blew my mind! Its like another world there up on the trail between trail crest and the summit.

  • @ramullen1
    @ramullen1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I watched your video start to finish in a few hours. Relaxing to watch. Might rewatch it get further details of your route but did look at google maps and earth each step of the way. You obvious know what you are doing and experienced hiker, climber. Make it look easy. I do see a few solo climbers but for 6 days this is a great accomplishment with significant elevation and mileage. But filming complicates this for you kindly retrace your steps to compliment and personalize the videoing. I think the scary part for me was Crabtree pass going down.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Bob, thanks for your kind comment, glad you enjoyed the video as much as I enjoyed making it:-)

  • @BarbraBarbour
    @BarbraBarbour 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This makes me so homesick! Some of these places I haven’t been to since I was a child.

  • @frederickswartzendruber9099
    @frederickswartzendruber9099 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This spectacular hike is still in my all-time top 5 video treks. I watch it at least once a month for an exciting treadmill workout. Scenery 5++/5, Solitude 5/5, Stable video 5/5.

  • @arneservatius8686
    @arneservatius8686 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank You Michigan

  • @AdventureswithTom
    @AdventureswithTom ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this video! Planning a hike out there soon!

  • @danielrose703
    @danielrose703 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I saw the thumbnail in my subscription and I was happy. Tell Joey to make some videos please.

  • @INTUITIVENORSK2303
    @INTUITIVENORSK2303 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I should also add, that as you know, i just LOVE the combo of great images vs great music!!
    Your entire videos, truly "take me away" to special places within my mind.
    Just brilliant, Norwegian Xplorer!!
    Ps. This is the "2nd" time i'm watching this entire video today!😄
    Also, my family are currently watching, parts 1& 2 of your Lofoten Islands hiking & camping adventure & they love everything about those videos too!

  • @Smashycrashy
    @Smashycrashy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I did Langley (up OAP) as a day hike recently and found your videos very helpful. I brought all my camping gear and had a permit but didn’t end up camping. I have a Whitney permit via Horseshoe/PCT that I am planning to do in 2 days (Horseshoe to Guitar day 1, finish day 2), the second half of this video is similarly very helpful in planning. Thanks for sharing.

  • @chrisbatten8
    @chrisbatten8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    12:21 Beautiful...!!!!! :)

  • @robertjasso6673
    @robertjasso6673 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really great job. Strong trekker you are. I summited Whitney in ‘96 leaving From the bottom of the 99 switchbacks at 4:00am in full moonlight in time to breakfast at Trail Crest . Thank you Tim Lane of Tewksbury UK for the head lamp and guiding through the icy patches that October 21st.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That is awesome! The Whitney trail is one of the most amazing trails I hiked!

  • @bjr3923
    @bjr3923 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Jarl, as usual, quite enjoyable, a solid adventure. I enjoyed the diversity of lovely jade lakes. Perhaps one day soon you can capture on video how you choose and research your routes. I'm familiar with Washington trails and areas, but less so of the Sierras, and would enjoy hearing about your discovery process.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That could be cool! Might consider something like that!

  • @trailkrum6750
    @trailkrum6750 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad you got to check the Eastern Sierra and the Miter. The granite there is so reflective of the alpenglow (due to the large quartz inclusions). It’s also home to my favorite trees, foxtail pines, some of the oldest being in the Miter. Mt Langley was my first 14er. Been up 4x now and 3x Whitney (2x JMT + 1x HST). I often have vivid dreams of being back. Hope you’ll be back for more exploration soon.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Its an amazing area! Are you based in Oslo now?

    • @trailkrum6750
      @trailkrum6750 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, I live in Asker and work at SINTEF in Oslo. I moved with my Norwegian fiancee almost three years ago. Her winning argument was that I would have more time to hike in the US by living in Norway. Pandemics aside, she's right! Plus the quality of life here and the work-life balance are great :)

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@trailkrum6750 Haha, yes I imagine you get more vacation over here🙂

  • @pianomoverr
    @pianomoverr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’ll rewatch. Vicarious hiking.

  • @msvaj
    @msvaj 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Fantastic video. Love the view and quality of image.

  • @Sovereign_Citizen_LEO
    @Sovereign_Citizen_LEO 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just watching this video for the first time (I believe). I want to say thank you for your wonderful and inspiring videos; And for dedicating this one to last years fire victims (myself included). I have been watching your videos and have been a subscriber since the beginning. Wishing you good health and happy trails.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you, hope you are recovering from the fires, they where devastating!

  • @kb2hiker
    @kb2hiker 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think you just moved my retirement date up! Man oh man. Love your attitude while hiking and the off trail jaunts. Nice job filming.

  • @stoutcraftworks1854
    @stoutcraftworks1854 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! What a great adventure. Thank you for sharing. Great filming, narration and documented video.

  • @natkamen1384
    @natkamen1384 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Snyggaste ställe. Vilken upplevelse. 🙌🏻

  • @sierrashere8197
    @sierrashere8197 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Couldn't wait to watch as soon as l seen the notification !!! : )

  • @frankiecandia3678
    @frankiecandia3678 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome!👍🏻👌🏼

  • @A-K_Rambler
    @A-K_Rambler 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    into the rarified air!

  • @Rawvirgin
    @Rawvirgin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Super beautiful. Thanks for sharing it.

  • @jameshudson7053
    @jameshudson7053 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was the craziest sun ever at 1:23:25. Really good video thanks

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Its was crazy because of the smoke, thank you so much!

  • @BS2Dos
    @BS2Dos 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Part 3 - The Whitney ascent, was incredible. Your videos are incredibly stylized and I can’t stress enough how your attention to detail with regards to the score compliments and enhances the viewing pleasure of your videos.
    I’m also really curious to know how you post-edit as the saturation and detail is stunning. But I know you’re unlikely to divulge the tricks of your trade, so don’t feel obliged to answer 😃
    Please let us know when your next video can be expected though.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wow, thank you! There are no real secrets really, I film i 4k60fps which gives a really crisp picture to work with.

    • @BS2Dos
      @BS2Dos 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NorwegianXplorer Wow. The results are stunning. I watch a gazillion hiking channels and videos and none pop like yours.
      Do you ever get back to Norway? I’m also an immigrant; English living in Colorado. Never been to Norway, but love the culture and am sure I’d love the country. If you find the time, maybe you could suggest a driving touring route. 👍👍

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@BS2Dos A ton of places you can drive in Norway, up along the western coast, up north, the Atlantic coast road I believe its called.

    • @travelthenarrowtrail8660
      @travelthenarrowtrail8660 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Totally agree Neil on the music he chooses, it just works well. As for the camera, not sure what type of camera he uses, it's not listed on his gear list. Might be much more than a hero 8 Black. Quality camera can really make a difference in filming.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@travelthenarrowtrail8660 Thank you, I film with an iPhone 11 pro max, its listed in my gear:-)

  • @markyoungblood8912
    @markyoungblood8912 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Top quality product for many reasons. You must have a really good camera and must know how to use it. Video is amazing! Your adventures are amazing. The use of music is so important and so well done. Level of commentary is just right. I like the mixture of still shots and dynamic still shots. In the walking along shots, I feel like I'm on the trail. Thank you for sharing.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Mark, this was shot entirely on an iphone 11 promax:-)

  • @ellenderee350
    @ellenderee350 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really enjoyed this video, especially the crab tree section. Looking forward watching the Norway video just posted.

  • @TheAdventureBuddies
    @TheAdventureBuddies 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The filming is insane! You gave us such a cool idea, thanks 👏✨ Love your content, well done.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much!! I am glad you find inspiration!

  • @sierrashere6957
    @sierrashere6957 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much 💓

  • @sierrashere6957
    @sierrashere6957 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brave fella

  • @vinnyandrocky
    @vinnyandrocky ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing your beautiful journey. 👍👍👍Wish I can do the same.

  • @kellyhickerson602
    @kellyhickerson602 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Insanely brilliant video!!! Much appreciated!!!

  • @radaradosteva6960
    @radaradosteva6960 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Greetings from Kazakhstan! Nature is magnificent. The shooting is great.👍

  • @davidcole8268
    @davidcole8268 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great footage! Amazing landscape, post apocalyptic or primordial depending on your perspective. Must say I prefer your tours in the Norwegian landscape which has oodles more charm.

  • @travelthenarrowtrail8660
    @travelthenarrowtrail8660 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Stunning video and I've seen a few of these and this one is best. Great work again!

  • @cooper2k4
    @cooper2k4 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the great insights in this trip. Very well done, great views with gentle music and sometimes stillness 👍. I enjoyed the whole 2:24 😃 Only suggestion: Maybe add times for morning, peak and sunset views!

  • @willcronan8934
    @willcronan8934 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just an incredible hike. Once again, your video documentation is top notch. This will be on my list of places to visit. PS - just purchased new pair of La Sportiva TX 4 approach shoes. Love em!

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome, thank you and congrats on your new shoes!

  • @CameronCox_1969
    @CameronCox_1969 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love Love Love doing this hike with you dude

  • @090768lek
    @090768lek 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Superbly done. Excellent video.

  • @excursionamericaexa
    @excursionamericaexa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video. I need to go visit there some time. Thanks for filming!

  • @robtippin9111
    @robtippin9111 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    While backing the Serra Nevada, the winds are a large part of the experience. Let the wind speak to you.

  • @WildlandExplorer
    @WildlandExplorer หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks again for the awesome video - so very little showing what crabtree pass actually looks like. The line on CalTopo connecting Soldier Lakes to Miter Basin is shown going low as you did, then ascending a green chute up. Looks like a confusing area. There is a community layer (Shared CalTopo Maps Layer) available to paying users - it shows that people do indeed go high. The UTM coordinates for an attack point from the upper soldier lake is in the vicinity of 11S 0386970E 4040813N. You get there by traveling north from the lake, then I'd assume the goal would be to contour one's way through the granite to where you ended up with your first views of the Miter. I haven't tried it myself but I intend to this August. I'll be coming down instead from the N > S direction and will attempt to stay high and see what happens!

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      If you find that way it would be much preffered, going down all the way was a waste, I thought it would get better but it didnt. Crabtree pass is something to itself, it is just steep in a way that I didnt trust my shoes to have grip, and the gravel was of the bad kind that could make you slip, but not technical in any way, just annoying.

  • @Wisdom-Nuggets-Tid-Bits
    @Wisdom-Nuggets-Tid-Bits ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, you came all the way over here to the US to camp on some of our beautiful mountains. I am so impressed. LOVELY. Have you been to the GORGEOUS Acadia National Park in Maine? That is New England country and some of the most beautiful. going to enjoy this one. Thank you for posting. How did you travel over with all your equipment? Did you rent equipment here after you flew over? Did you stay in a hotel? Awesome.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, I had my equipment in SoCal, never actually been on the east coast except for layowers at airports

    • @Wisdom-Nuggets-Tid-Bits
      @Wisdom-Nuggets-Tid-Bits ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NorwegianXplorer Awesome. You should investigate Maine. It is nothing like the north east cities at all. It is way out and beautiful. You would love it. They used to host a marathon but that stopped for COVID.

  • @treeman7356
    @treeman7356 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome Jarl , very enjoyable watch, thank you . Where to next ? Tree

  • @Gigaamped
    @Gigaamped 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Maps: Day 1 @ 13:20, Day 2 @ 50:16, Day 3 @ 1:23:53, Day 4 @ 1:33:24, Day 5 @ 1:46:39, and Day 6 @ 2:22:00

  • @stanleylogan7139
    @stanleylogan7139 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow! Visually stunning location artfully captured in your video. Fantastic backpacking adventure!
    Was the weather hot and did the altitude affect you at all?

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It was pretty comfortable as far as I remember and I was well acclimatized at this point, so didnt feel much of the altitude, that being said it is always slow going once you get up to 14000ft

  • @maryjbelle
    @maryjbelle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love to watch these videos. Addictive.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome, thanks!

    • @maryjbelle
      @maryjbelle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I feel kind of guilty. The NE does all the work and I sit here & benefit. But definitely inspired too.

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@maryjbelle Its fine with me lol, glad to have you along lol!

  • @artemkhandrymaylov4520
    @artemkhandrymaylov4520 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing job! Thank you!

  • @jimmymacnj
    @jimmymacnj 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    just love your vids... thank you

  • @route996
    @route996 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another epic video!

  • @wolfeadventures
    @wolfeadventures 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic video. Footage really is mind blowing coming from 11 Pro Max. Superb. Did your 26,000mah battery last your entire trip?

  • @deaconmma3048
    @deaconmma3048 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    First off amazing video!! - I would like to ask you - how many hours does it take to get from Cottonwood Lake #4 to the top of Langley???

    • @NorwegianXplorer
      @NorwegianXplorer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks, not sure, but maybe 8 hours is a good starting point?

  • @julieburtoft5390
    @julieburtoft5390 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful video - music creeps me out though.