The Emerald Lakes of Rocky Mountain National Park | Bear Lake to Dream Lake

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  • @randarkanan
    @randarkanan ปีที่แล้ว +21

    What a nice surprise, huzzah !!

  • @WannaKamaka
    @WannaKamaka ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Beautiful hike. Thomas, you’re the best. You always drive. You prepare a meal for everyone, etc. etc.

    • @sixtynine2856
      @sixtynine2856 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Thomas does the driving and mood stabilizer. Andrew does the cooking, bushcraft, and botany tour guide. Robby does the moderating and comic relief. Brian does the self-reflection.

    • @ft6171
      @ft6171 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thomas is a absolute CHAMP

    • @sherriemetcalf7120
      @sherriemetcalf7120 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Robby does the excellent cinematography too. 👍🏻

  • @canna_kitten
    @canna_kitten ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Love it! Please never stop the plant identification and fun facts!!

  • @longrider42
    @longrider42 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I worked in Yellowstone for three summers. And the same thing holds true up there. Even though it is a Massively visited park. You hike a mile out from any of the main area's, and your alone, or with other back packers and real day hikers. And yes Rocky Mountain National Park is beautiful in its own right.

    • @wanderlustandsparkle4395
      @wanderlustandsparkle4395 ปีที่แล้ว

      Live near Yosemite for 5 months for seasonal work, and I'd do the same, especially during peak tourist months. Loved just hiking deep into the forest and no one around.

  • @sixtynine2856
    @sixtynine2856 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    "Where's that water coming from and how come it never runs out." Yes! I feel seen. I was always too scared to ask that lest I sounded like an idiot. Thank you Robby. Your candor + humility will not go unoticed. 😅
    Edit: We all know where it comes from but there's barely any snow caps on the mountain. 😮

  • @tracker5849
    @tracker5849 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sandwiches..grapes..sodas..what a treat!!! A reward after a long walk

  • @irmaabenes4023
    @irmaabenes4023 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Good to see you guys together again, tho Bryan was not with you. I Enjoyed watching this new video. Beautiful Lakes, mountains, amazing view. Thank you guys.

  • @Kariina
    @Kariina ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for this wonderful surprise 😇

  • @sherriemetcalf7120
    @sherriemetcalf7120 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    You guys just do a phenomenal job! The scenery, music, information about plants and fungi, the fun camaraderie…. I just love your videos! Stellar job guys, thanks so much! 😊❤

  • @joannahikes1337
    @joannahikes1337 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Y’all made my day … this is one of my Favorite places ..my last trip out I went in 2021 for my 50th birthday it was my first big solo hike I wanted to climb Longs but June was to early I did make it to boulder field tho before I made the hard decision to turn back .. great memories Thank you ❣️🦋

  • @bah3357
    @bah3357 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thomas is the friend with the Suburu and the snacks we all need in a friend. 😊

  • @kirawinter5006
    @kirawinter5006 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh my, what a treat! 😃

  • @sunshinesistershike585
    @sunshinesistershike585 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the memory .. my daughter and I hiked RMNP in the summers for years when she was growing up… hope to see you made it up Longs Peak.. we made it halfway to Chasm Lake .. loved the scenery!

  • @RebeccaSo-e7z
    @RebeccaSo-e7z ปีที่แล้ว +4

    After entertaining an out of town guest for 3 days, driving all over town, so nice to just sit in front of my laptop to enjoy a new episode of Adventure Archives. Have Thomas do the driving, and having funny conversation with Andrew. Watching beautiful scenery capture by a skill cinematographer - Robby, what a treat. Your videos are relaxing and AMAZING as always. Thank you guys! Please tell Bryan we say hi, and looking forward to more new episodes.

  • @inthehouse1960
    @inthehouse1960 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thomas, go to The Stanley Hotel for Halloween sometime for the Devotchka concert. It's the best Halloween ever. I camp in RMNP for my birthday every September. It's a great time to be there. Thanks for sharing!

  • @andykaiser7547
    @andykaiser7547 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I've watched your content for a few years now and always love seeing the adventures! I was born and raised in the rocky mountain west, and it's always fascinating and enjoyable to (re) view the western mountains through the lens of others. It's a great reminder of how amazing things are and how we can become complacent in the face of things in our back yards that are actually amazing. I think this is true of anyplace, and I love that you've explored all across the globe. I love seeing the hikes in the midwest, eastern U.S., Japan, etc. just as much. All places have their magic, so thank you for bringing this to us viewers in such quality videography, discussion, and appreciation for what that place provides!

  • @eternalenigma1628
    @eternalenigma1628 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love how excited everyone was about their sandwhiches lol. You guys inspire me to not only get outside but keep up with my friendships even when life feels like its getting in the way, because good friends are worth it!

  • @williambeck6364
    @williambeck6364 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tremendous video, guys. 30+ years ago I did this park maybe 5 or 6 times and I was reliving those trips. Great job!

  • @bridgetr5537
    @bridgetr5537 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yay! Rocky Mountain National Park!! Dude, I cannot handle Trail Ridge Road.I am such a scaredy cat! If there was a guard rail I would feel a million times better.

  • @sherrithompson5418
    @sherrithompson5418 ปีที่แล้ว

    Robby’s sunglasses were the bomb! 😂 Seriously, such a beautiful area to go hiking. It makes my husband long for the Eastern Sierras where he grew up. Thanks for sharing your adventures

  • @peterrabbitroberts4469
    @peterrabbitroberts4469 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks again for a wonderful hike/Oh Andrew I really appreciate your horticultural knowledge. Hope you guys many more trips to come

  • @renalevere6565
    @renalevere6565 ปีที่แล้ว

    So happy you Guys posted, missing see you even though one person was missing. Love the scenery
    . Thank you for sharing🐞👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽🐞

  • @brymanley
    @brymanley ปีที่แล้ว

    I did this hike with my mom and brother last year, and my best friend, who is also a big fan, is doing it TODAY. What a beautiful surprise!

  • @kat.p.b.5193
    @kat.p.b.5193 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vid! I love the term 'get backable'! and I am thinking my new saying is "friends take friends on acclimation hikes'... you all know how to do a dayhike😻

  • @hichaelmartline
    @hichaelmartline ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was in Colorado for 2 1/2 months this summer. I did this trail just a couple weeks ago! It's an amazing state with so much to offer.
    Did 3 14ers (Sherman, Bierstadt, Evans/BlueSky) over my stay there. Would love to see ya'll tackle some of these easier ones in the near future, been almost 7 years since Mt Whitney.

  • @kimb4285
    @kimb4285 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What an amazing video, beautiful views, absolutely amazing, thank you for sharing, loved it. (UK)

  • @killuax3905
    @killuax3905 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Amazing! Didn't see this coming as you guys are in japan! 💯💥

  • @sherrystacks4815
    @sherrystacks4815 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love watching everything you guys do, but this one touched my heart grew up near RMNP and love it. I use a walker now and live far away in South Carolina but brings back my youth. Cities change but the wilderness of the park seems so similar. Thank you☺️☺️☺️

  • @hauraalva
    @hauraalva 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This video beautifully captures the essence of the Bear Trail in Rocky Mountain National Park! From its breathtaking landscapes to the diverse wildlife, it's truly a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts. The insider tips and essential insights provided make it a valuable resource for anyone planning their own adventure. Whether you're embarking on the Bear Trail in person or seeking virtual travel inspiration.

  • @dianeallen3724
    @dianeallen3724 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am a new subscriber. I stumbled upon your channel when watching your Lost River wilderness hike. Here in Idaho, we have the Frank Church Wilderness, near the Lost River Range of mountains, and I thought, initially you were in Idaho.
    In watching this episode, in Rocky Mountain National Park, I became familiar with Andrew. What I have discovered personally in traveling in a group of 3 in Europe, is that each person will have their strong points. Mine was a different type of travel, but I have noticed your little group of 3 is the same in differing strengths. One is the gourmet who keeps everyone on task by cracking the whip on occasion (figuratively). The next does great photography and narration, with philosophy thrown in, and the next person is an awesome plant person, who could keep you fed in a pinch. I love plants and learning which are edible, so keep it up please.
    I enjoy the shorter 30 minute ish videos.
    Thanks for beautiful, and entertaining content.

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What a mountain range, this is brilliant cinematography bud. Everything here is done masterfully! 👏

  • @CATDABOSS
    @CATDABOSS 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love the hike from Bear lake to Bierstadt lake. Very beautiful and the elevation change isnt bad at all

  • @hollygreenhc
    @hollygreenhc ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yaaaaaayyyy! Thank you so much for the fix. I just love you guys so hard! I'm unable to go and do, so watching your most excellent videos truly lifts me up! I watch other adventure channels but for many, many reasons, AA is my fave, hands down. ❤❤❤ ❤

  • @cunningman
    @cunningman ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for doing these side trips for us. Such beautiful places!

    • @antonylund241
      @antonylund241 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ypu guys always give ple entertInment. You bond as friends should. You make my day

  • @davidcolinstillman5585
    @davidcolinstillman5585 ปีที่แล้ว

    HI ROBBY ANDREW & THOMAS 👋
    BREATHTAKING VIDEO 📹 GORGEOUS VIEWS LANDSCAPE SCENERY WEATHER WILDLIFE ❤LOOKS LIKE BETWEEN THE RANGERS & VISITORS THEY TAKE PRIDE IN THE PARK ! THE TRAILS 👣& 👣 WERE REALLY NICE . THE DRIVE I WOULD HAVE TO GET USE TO ! EYES 👀 ON THE ROAD ! THANK FOR THE HISTORY OF THE AREA 🙏 GLAD YOU GOTTEN USE TO THE OXYGEN LEVEL IN THE AIR UP THERE . AMAZING SHOTS & SHOOTING OF THE VIDEO / AREA , LIKE HOW YOU SLOWED THE FLOW OF THE WATERFALLS COMING DOWN THROUGH THE FOREST & CANYONS . BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN ! ENJOYED 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 GOD BLESS YOU ALL ALWAYS ON YOUR ADVENTURES 🙏 THANK YOU 🙏

  • @marshayame
    @marshayame ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thomas is such a dad I love it. Also, such a great video and so funny because I did basically this exact hike along with the drive up the ridge to the same viewpoints all on the same day.

  • @narieee2543
    @narieee2543 ปีที่แล้ว

    Music was what stood out to me in this episode not to mention the gorgeous views.

  • @medaily57
    @medaily57 ปีที่แล้ว

    Colorado, Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park, all part of my youth. My mom first took us in 1967, I think, then every year after. She dearly loved the impossibly narrow roads on impossibly high mountains. I think she loved to see the terror on us kid's faces as she hung us off the side of a cliff. 😆 😅😂 i paid her back in 2001 with a trip through the White Mountains in North and Eastern Arizona. Yes, I chose roads that would get the response I was looking for, the terror of having someone else at the wheel, barreling down the side of a mountain on a switchback road! 😆 🤣 😂

  • @rusuethitayaba7458
    @rusuethitayaba7458 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for taking us to all those beautiful spots!

  • @irmaabenes4023
    @irmaabenes4023 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love watching this video over and over. Beautiful lakes. 😍

  • @arlenesolis024
    @arlenesolis024 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best thing to wake up to - favorite channel drops a vlog. This is a great hike. I’m visiting the Rocky Mountains soon and I will definitely add this hike on my list. Thanks 🙏 guys.

  • @tommybewick
    @tommybewick ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good information on puff balls from Andrew. But I'm going to pass on picking any mushrooms and eating them out on trail.

  • @mlstuart6332
    @mlstuart6332 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you again for showing us all your adventures big or small, they're all interesting and educational.

  • @irmaabenes4023
    @irmaabenes4023 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations you reached the 200K subscribers. Hope, you will reach a million. ❤❤❤

  • @StuartDonald
    @StuartDonald ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Splendid as always.

  • @gigi121
    @gigi121 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amazingly beautiful!

  • @tracker5849
    @tracker5849 ปีที่แล้ว

    The only word is. WOW!!!!!

  • @FinancialCharles
    @FinancialCharles ปีที่แล้ว

    Thomas is always itching to move forward lol. Take a pause and appreciate the sunlight and fresh air! 13:54

  • @StalinM41
    @StalinM41 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Been to RMNP at least 10 times, and usually take friends and family to Nymph/Dream/Emerald Lakes or Haiyaha, or up to Sky Pond, one of my favorite hikes anywhere. After that, Alluvial Fan is always a nice short stop and then up to 12,005' at the visitors center at the top of trail ridge road. Glad you guys hit some of my favorite spots

  • @jasonshaw2065
    @jasonshaw2065 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOVE RMNP and Estes Park. Great video thanks!

  • @jaredfaidley8391
    @jaredfaidley8391 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely as always lads.

  • @lesliecarpenter869
    @lesliecarpenter869 ปีที่แล้ว

    Y'all made it worth waiting for. I loved living in Colorado so it was great to see again.

  • @AQUPAS
    @AQUPAS ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, what an awesome surprise episode, that was awesome, nice to see Andrew get a taste of the Colorado rockies, you guys rock!

  • @jason_from_canada
    @jason_from_canada ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Views for days! 🏔 What spectacular mountain terrain! 11:52 Thomas instilling confidence 😂 Thanks for taking us along guys! 👍

  • @lxl8093
    @lxl8093 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job!

  • @remypoulin1652
    @remypoulin1652 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
    00:00 🏞️ Introduction and Arrival at Rocky Mountain National Park
    02:35 🚍 Heading to Bear Lake and Trailhead Information
    04:32 🏞️ Hiking to Dream Lake
    07:26 🌱 Flora and Fauna Along the Trail
    11:08 🌊 Arrival at Dream Lake
    16:31 🍽️ Lunch Break with Scenic Views
    19:02 🌲 Exploring the Rocky Mountain Landscape
    21:57 💧 Visit to Alberta Falls
    24:45 🚗 Change in Plans Due to Road Closure
    26:33 🏞️ Enjoying the Tundra and Mountain Views
    28:10 🛣️ Driving Through the Rocky Terrain
    31:06 🧣 Feeling the Chill at Higher Elevations
    32:38 🍦 Treats and Reflection on the Trip
    34:05 🏞️ Farewell to Rocky Mountain National Park
    Made with HARPA AI

  • @victoriamaaske7420
    @victoriamaaske7420 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a lowlands from Wisconsin I got up to Bear lake in the past but we didn't try for Emerald. Good for you.

  • @jamesliu9723
    @jamesliu9723 ปีที่แล้ว

    Last year we woke up at 2:30 AM and drove from Boulder to see sunrise over dream lake. it was surreal, so beautiful and definitely worth it!

  • @lizdg3892
    @lizdg3892 ปีที่แล้ว

    So amazingly beautiful ❤🎉

  • @CirqueDuSoreLegs007
    @CirqueDuSoreLegs007 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the surprise video, guys! ❤Great cinematography as always.

  • @Victory1981
    @Victory1981 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful!

  • @terrigabriel582
    @terrigabriel582 ปีที่แล้ว

    Truly Breathtaking !

  • @Sarah_1322
    @Sarah_1322 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is the first video I've ever seen from you guys and I really enjoyed it. Definitely entertaining and educational. I especially enjoyed learning about the plants. Thank you for all your hard work you put into the videos.

  • @RightPhalanges
    @RightPhalanges ปีที่แล้ว

    Thomas, u r my kind of dude...come prepared with food, drinks and snacks! ❤

  • @TheJBirch
    @TheJBirch ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Knowing what I know about the Bear Lake trailhead, it seems that leaving after the sun was up might not be early enough. 🙂People love that trail for a good reason. It is an absolutely gorgeous hike!

  • @debramitchell1430
    @debramitchell1430 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just Beautiful ! Thomas You always go to the most exciting places..
    Thank you for the journey! Be safe out there..😊

  • @tommybewick
    @tommybewick ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm really enjoying these shorter trip videos. And it's really nice to see Thomas back!

  • @kw2764
    @kw2764 ปีที่แล้ว

    love the high mountain alpine scenery. thanks

  • @casimon41
    @casimon41 ปีที่แล้ว

    The song that starts a little after halfway through this video is so good

  • @candacemeifert-polk7383
    @candacemeifert-polk7383 ปีที่แล้ว

    My favorite place. Great video guys! Didn’t make it there this year so thanks for this.

  • @c0stco_hotd0gs
    @c0stco_hotd0gs ปีที่แล้ว +2

    keep up the quality content guys ❤

  • @MultiBassman62
    @MultiBassman62 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was so blessed to have grown up in Colorado

  • @annchargualaf4990
    @annchargualaf4990 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    nice to see you guys enjoy the hike love you guys where is Brayan I enjoy watching you guys be safe hello from Texas

  • @coloradotrish7297
    @coloradotrish7297 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! An amazing posts! Thanks for zooming in on the mountains and cliffs. As a Colorado native from west of Denver I've never been to RMNP or hiked there so I really enjoyed your video!

  • @RazaAli-l3h
    @RazaAli-l3h 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    A very beautiful lake!!! Colorado is a little piece of heaven… am I wrong? don’t take my words ! I am bias ….

  • @JH-lf3si
    @JH-lf3si ปีที่แล้ว

    Great park and hike. Do note that Bear, Dream, and Emerald Lake require an entry permit to enter from a specific time. Before 5AM and you don't need one, that's how I did it. Great hike, just overcrowded as it's advertised as the staple hike to do.

  • @thinkinoutloud.1
    @thinkinoutloud.1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful views. Thanks guys!

  • @georgesimpson1102
    @georgesimpson1102 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm learning a lot from this young man

  • @AdventuresWithLoki
    @AdventuresWithLoki ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an awesome day trip, you guys got to see quite a bit! Such a beautiful area, looking forward to getting back there myself. Can't wait for your next adventure!

  • @bobzlopez1740
    @bobzlopez1740 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beauteful falls love your videos

  • @PaulinAsia_
    @PaulinAsia_ ปีที่แล้ว

    What a magnificent place. I always love your videos and humour. Thank you🙏

  • @aRVeesBlog
    @aRVeesBlog ปีที่แล้ว

    wow very interesting experience friend

  • @amyheflin143
    @amyheflin143 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful scenery and awesome musical score! I found myself tapping and keeping rhythm to the beat. Thanks for sharing this trip with us.

  • @HilltopPacks
    @HilltopPacks ปีที่แล้ว

    Use to watch all your videos. Welcome back!

  • @Yoda_Gaming1738
    @Yoda_Gaming1738 ปีที่แล้ว

    as someone going to rocky mountain next spring. This was a really good video on how to spend your 1st day

  • @rhousto1
    @rhousto1 ปีที่แล้ว

    We were just there last week. You did some of the same hiking my wife and i did. We were able to traverse the Fall River Road...worthwhile. We struggled to see the elk..more later in the evening when i returned to the park with camera. Enjoyed the video.

  • @korlor3465
    @korlor3465 ปีที่แล้ว

    Been waiting forever for you guys to start exploring my great state of Colorado! Great video!

  • @melissag1106
    @melissag1106 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this!! We just got back from RMNP. We did the Bear/Nymph/Dream/Emerald lakes loop hike then hiked to iconic Bierstadt Lake, which was so amazing! Best part was the solitude. We stayed couple nights at the Stanley, drove Trail Ridge Rd as well as Old Fall River rd, incredible!! Thanks so much for sharing your adventures! I’m always giddy when I see you drop a new vid ;-) ❤

  • @นาลอนคุรุรัตน์พันธ์-ภ8ภ

    Beautiful watherfall and veiws

  • @amysthe-wise-one8493
    @amysthe-wise-one8493 ปีที่แล้ว

    When I was up hiking that way earlier this year, the trails back to Lake Hiyaha were still closed from a rockslide & avalanche from IIRC 2021. It's still on my to-do hike list but the others are always fun! Love seeing the sights I enjoy every time I travel to RMNP.

  • @natlovell122
    @natlovell122 ปีที่แล้ว

    What an absolutely gorgeous place for an adventure. Thanks for sharing! All the best to you guys.

  • @ruthchild857
    @ruthchild857 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was fun!

  • @georgesimpson1102
    @georgesimpson1102 ปีที่แล้ว

    Colorado does not disappoint I love colorado

  • @oneheartcpr1704
    @oneheartcpr1704 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great adventure guys! Making Colorado on my bucket list to do a little hiking.

  • @tracker5849
    @tracker5849 ปีที่แล้ว

    What an amazing place

  • @dorisbotts6414
    @dorisbotts6414 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always a thrill to see you guys out enjoying nature and sharing it with us. Was so happy to see even a short video of your adventure. Keep them coming, it'll be cold soon and your videos will help us get though the next two seasons. Stay safe and happy adventures.

  • @robertphillips93
    @robertphillips93 ปีที่แล้ว

    ! . . . watching the fawn try out his glissading technique on that snowbank -- and then seeing from the roadway above just how steep it was!

  • @RyanKimba
    @RyanKimba ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing day trip!! You guys packed so much of a great park into a relatively short amount of time. Rocky Mountain has alluded me over the years but I hope to make it there next summer 💜

  • @Justusson
    @Justusson ปีที่แล้ว

    Stellar content as always, guys!! 👍

  • @MarciaAlvarado-j7t
    @MarciaAlvarado-j7t 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful!! :):):)