Ep. 89: Uinta Mountains | Utah camping RV travel hiking kayaking

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  • @AlliChuckAdventures
    @AlliChuckAdventures 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Absolutely great video and information! Beautiful looking area!!!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much! It's one of the prettiest mountain areas in Utah, for sure.

  • @debbielinker
    @debbielinker 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    LOVE, love love, your beautiful videos. My husband and I traveled and RVed back in 2009. He has dementia now and we were told to get him in a consistent environment. Love traveling with you and your beautiful dogs. we also have a chocolate and black lab. They enjoyed the adventure too. I look forward to your postings and reliving the Grand Adventure. I miss those days so very much.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We're so happy that you can travel vicariously through us! We'll do our best to keep you entertained.

  • @Montessoriescuela
    @Montessoriescuela 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have traveled all over the world...Peru, India, Spain, Mexico and could go on and on but there is nothing I want to do more than follow you around in the RV...you find the BEST boondocking spots and we're taking you up on most of them so thanks for the tips :) Love your show. This is what folks should be watching...

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so very, very much! We're flattered beyond belief.

  • @christinamcmillan6814
    @christinamcmillan6814 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! All of these places look amazing. You’ve given a whole new light to Utah, for those of us who know nothing about it.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just wait, Christina. We're doing an upcoming episode, "Utah: Beyond the National Parks".

    • @christinamcmillan6814
      @christinamcmillan6814 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Grand Adventure great idea!

  • @DRGreen-ps7eh
    @DRGreen-ps7eh 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Along with your product reviews & info, this is what, in my mind, makes your channel so interesting for me. Your site reviews are second to none. Are you sure you're no a travel agent??? LOL, you're poorly paid, if you are. Utah is one of the few states we have not visited yet, but hope to remedy that this summer. Thank you again.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hmmmm...lemme check...nope, not a travel agent! Appreciate your comment as always, D.R. -- thank you!

  • @mormonslayer71
    @mormonslayer71 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    We are so blessded in Utah I tell you. Can't wait for summer for crying out lound with the kind of crazy weather we experencing lately. Just got my trailer and the Uinta Mountains is definatly on my top list.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      You'll love it! It'll be a late start with this year's snow pack, though.

  • @RamblinRalph
    @RamblinRalph 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Traveled across the beautiful Mirror Lake Hwy twice, in 2013 and 2015, in my truck camper. Stayed at USFS East Fork Bear River CG, USFS Stillwater CG and a boondocking spot near there. Incredible view at the S end of the hwy before it drops down in elevation. Hope to get back in that area soon. Keep up your great videos!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much, Ralph! Great to hear from another Uinta fan.

  • @josephpessotti3876
    @josephpessotti3876 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you... Great job

  • @spellmadam2947
    @spellmadam2947 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love your format. Thanks again for great content

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Spell Madam, thank you as always!

  • @MattZaycYT
    @MattZaycYT 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I loved this video and the channel as a whole. I am not in the US but I would love to explore this beautiful place one day. Hopefully I can.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Mattheus! Here's wishing you success in making that happen.

  • @rvamericayall
    @rvamericayall 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Don't think we could get our rig to some of these views, but what a beautiful place! Thanks for sharing it with us, Marc!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tom & Stacie, maybe not Lyman or Whitney, but there are lots, lots of easily accessible Forest Service campgrounds right along UT-150 with equally gorgeous views. You'd have no issue with those at all, other than some long grades on UT-150.

    • @rvamericayall
      @rvamericayall 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GrandAdventure Sounds awesome! Thanks!

  • @chrislonsberry4571
    @chrislonsberry4571 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Marc! New territory for me. Saving the video and putting this on my list.

  • @aulii11
    @aulii11 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another great video - thanks! I love your dogs!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! Yeah, they feature rather prominently in this one as the Uintas are a great place to take them hiking, for unlike the Wasatch Mountains near Salt Lake City there are no watershed restrictions on bringing dogs.

    • @AlliChuckAdventures
      @AlliChuckAdventures 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Us too!! 🐶

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AlliChuckAdventures woof!

  • @BARBAQUED
    @BARBAQUED 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Marc. Makes me want to visit Utah

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      When you do, John, you let us know!

  • @chivas123186
    @chivas123186 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! Never heard of this place, looks amazing and so pristine. 👍 ⛰

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's a gorgeous area, Ivan, and little known outside of Utah. Salt Lake City folks, though, know it well.

  • @Hrothgar13
    @Hrothgar13 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This actually saddens me. Having grown up as this being my backyard, it is incredible how busy and crowded the Uintas have become. I knew they would be 'discoverd' soon enough, but I miss the solitude they once offered. Really that is true of the State. Everything is packed now.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Brett, you have no idea how much we sympathize. A business decision on multi-resort season passes this year means that both Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons skiing has become substantially busier, just in the past year. Now, that's not to say that it wasn't getting busier before that, it just accelerated the rate of growth. However, I'm not a native Utahan, and I don't want to be "that guy" who insists on slamming the door shut behind him. And I can't say that I've really seen a marked increase in visitation to the Uintas in the 15 years that I've been in Utah. Places like Whitney Reservoir are going to be busy because it's one of the few lakefront spots along the Mirror Lake Highway where you can actually get an RV into and boondock. However, grab a backpack and head for Naturalist Basin, etc., and it's still dead quiet. Thanks for your comment!

    • @Hrothgar13
      @Hrothgar13 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Oh, I still have a few back country secrets in the Uinta's! I also love pulling the trailer to camp, so yes, I'm part of the congestion...I was fortunate to bag all of the peaks in the Wasatch in the 90's and early 2000's. I live less than 5 minutes from both BCC and LCC. I can honestly say I haven't been up either in 10 years because of the crowds. Hiking a mile up the road just to get to a trailhead now! Anyway, thanks for allowing me to vent. Your video of the Uintas is well done. I think you did a great job capturing what they're about.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, Brett! Sounds like we're neighbors as well.

    • @SouEuIAm
      @SouEuIAm ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This video was posted 3 years ago. Since that time, starting with all the new covid campers, the Uintas have been overrun. It's sad how crowded it has suddenly become. It's even sadder that hordes of people have now started visiting the Uintas that have no respect for nature. They leave trash and garbage all over the place, drive their ATVs in undesignated areas, destroying vegetation that will take 20 years to recover. It has become a total sh*tshow. As someone who has grown up hiking the Uintas, I am deeply saddened.

    • @Hrothgar13
      @Hrothgar13 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@SouEuIAm couldn't agree more with you. My favorite 'the mountains are calling' and 'mountains please' people are just disrespectful of what they claim they love. Was much less a problem 20 years ago.

  • @brianfrias
    @brianfrias 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love that area. I was a little concerned that this episode would highlight one of my favorite spots, but you stuck the safe spots. For that I owe you a beer! Travel safe!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ha! We knew that and did it just for you, Brian. 😉

  • @barbarapatrick8364
    @barbarapatrick8364 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow your videos are amazing. It’s a great change from the norm RV TH-camr. Not bashing.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so very much for your comment, Barbara!

  • @skpjoecoursegold366
    @skpjoecoursegold366 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks.

  • @newwayrvadventures718
    @newwayrvadventures718 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the Uintas. Lofty Lake Loop is one of my all time favorites.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Then you must've recognized some shots from the Loop in this video! Thanks so much for watching.

  • @spudbono5747
    @spudbono5747 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excited to see this one! That corner of Utah is an area I have sorely neglected to explore.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well then, you'll just have to rectify that! 👍

  • @markreynolds9570
    @markreynolds9570 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful Utah.
    Great work Marc.
    Thanks

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Mark, and thanks for watching!!

  • @ellenhermance1048
    @ellenhermance1048 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved it! Headed that way soon as full-time RVers. Have lots to learn about boondocking. Thanks!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's wonderful, Ellen! Let us know if we can help in any way.

  • @timweimar8768
    @timweimar8768 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video!! My wife and I are traveling from AZ up to southern Montana for two weeks this summer. Will definitely have to stop in this area, thanks for sharing!!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Our pleasure, Tim! Thanks for watching, and for adding your thoughts.

  • @spudbono5747
    @spudbono5747 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video! Really enjoy your channel.

  • @laughingram7287
    @laughingram7287 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No wonder you live in Utah.....
    There are so many places to go camping!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There's no shortage of spots, that's for sure.

  • @gavinstreetie1473
    @gavinstreetie1473 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Mountains are probably my favourite kind of getaway and over there you have so many , further more it’s hard to think you can boondock at such a high altitude
    One day I would love the opportunity to do this thanks

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      C'mon over, Gavin! Your love for the mountains is clearly visible in your photos I've seen from the Highlands.

  • @scottgranger8493
    @scottgranger8493 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Keep up the great work! Really enjoy the style of your videos...almost seen them all!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, Scott -- we really value you as a viewer!!

  • @rvingmontanezway103
    @rvingmontanezway103 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video Bud..thanks for sharing

  • @CampTravelExplore
    @CampTravelExplore 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Tremendous episode!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much, Tom!

    • @CampTravelExplore
      @CampTravelExplore 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      on these boon-docking sites you find, are there maximum stay limits and are they the same amount or different in some locations?

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CampTravelExplore everything shown here is in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, which is max 14 days in a 30-day period: www.fs.usda.gov/activity/uwcnf/recreation/camping-cabins

  • @RVingwiththeMoracas
    @RVingwiththeMoracas 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You have been to some awesome places - thanks for sharing as a new RVer it is great to see great places we might visit - also good to see snow when it is warm here in Florida.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We certainly missed the snow in our Florida years, folks. Thank you so much for commenting, and for watching!

  • @friendsOfFernandoFernandez
    @friendsOfFernandoFernandez 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    long time listener, first time caller. Your video production skills have gotten really pro Marc. Fantastic info, editing and footage. I enjoy watching these on a large screen monitor ! Keep up the good work, hope to see you around the bend some time soon.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much, Matt!! Comments like yours mean the world to us. Hope to see you out there!

  • @angusmaciver4242
    @angusmaciver4242 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    One more spot I got to get the camper to.

  • @lostweekendscaravan
    @lostweekendscaravan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Marc. Great film some really good photos. Love the ones of the Dogs. Just catching up been busy filming for our channel. Loved this as always. Phil & Juliet

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We're guilty too, folks -- it's been tough to keep up with everyone else's videos. But we're trying! Thanks as always.

  • @lnazworth
    @lnazworth 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That looks like a beautiful area!

  • @bruceh3786
    @bruceh3786 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That is some beautiful summer camping. I am glad to have a chance to see it. The area does look isolated so it looks like some driving is required to refuel. It reminds me of the White Mountains in Arizona which Is also around 9,000 feet.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bruce, there's plenty of fuel in either Kamas, UT or Evanston, WY, about 40 miles in either direction from the heart of the Mirror Lake Highway. If you're heading to Lyman Lake your best refuel bet is in Mountain View, WY. We always top off at one of those, depending on where we're heading, and have no issues getting in and out.

  • @williamkeil8414
    @williamkeil8414 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good videos

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much for being here, William!

  • @greglefils7677
    @greglefils7677 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful footage! 9 miles of moderately rough road?! Have you done anything to your trailer to help it sustain such a path? Our truck and travel trailer is about the same size as yours.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We've done nothing but add skid plates, but they're not necessary here. It's fine, just take your time. I've seen small fifth wheels at Whitney.

    • @ride-electric
      @ride-electric 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GrandAdventure We have a 28' 5er and a 2018 Ram 2500 4x4. Would that make to Whitney? 5er's pretty rugged.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ride-electric sounds like no issues at all.

  • @AmericanWanderers
    @AmericanWanderers 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We plan to head up there on the eastern side up 191 and into Flaming Gorge this summer. I understand there are some excellent camping spots on the reservoir there. But seeing this we may divert on the way into this area.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Flaming Gorge is one of our favorite go- to spots, Bryan. Here ya go: th-cam.com/video/m-kAtuPcH_A/w-d-xo.html

    • @AmericanWanderers
      @AmericanWanderers 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Heh that's the video I was thinking about in the first place. I forgot the name of the location tho, Jug Hollow so this is a timely reminder.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AmericanWanderers happy to help.

    • @AmericanWanderers
      @AmericanWanderers 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We were looking of 530 not 191 and no surprise couldn't find the spot heh.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AmericanWanderers I just had to look up 530 to see which road you meant. Wrong side of the lake! The western shore gets much busier, especially down near Manila, due to its better proximity to SLC. It's 90 minutes closer.

  • @jesib7526
    @jesib7526 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I couldn’t have passed up smoked salmon either!!

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Love that place, and the couple that runs it are the sweetest people.

  • @johnpurdum8126
    @johnpurdum8126 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I need more truck to get into these beautiful places 1/2 ton pu wit small engine towing 24 ft trailer isn't going to do very well.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      John, with all due respect I disagree. We're pulling a 26' (7000 lb loaded) TT with a half ton Tundra. It's easily doable.

  • @ronrowan4828
    @ronrowan4828 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What about mosquitoes? You mentioned a required recreation pass. How does that apply if I have a Senior Access Pass?

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your senior access pass covers it. Mosquitoes and flies are absolutely voracious for a two-week period each year. It's dependent on the timing of the snow melt, usually sometime late June or so. Other than that two-week period it's not that bad at all.

  • @kenmcelroy7250
    @kenmcelroy7250 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you need a four wheel drive to pull your camper to this location?

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It depends on where you go in the Uintas, Ken. There are many sites along the Mirror Lake Highway (UT-150) that are accessible by any type of vehicle.

  • @mormonslayer71
    @mormonslayer71 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What about bears ? are there bears up there.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Black bears? Yes, of course. No grizzlies, though.

  • @archersoutdooradventures3403
    @archersoutdooradventures3403 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Susan and I are new tubers, and followers of yours and absolutely love the content of your channel. We are about to embark on our own crazy adventures soon, and would much appreciate your mentor-ship! Our channel should be interesting to say the least. We do most of our stuff on Facebook right now. We are planning a hike to a really cool place come break-up, (May) and hope to make it our Starting Video. If you can make it to Alaska this summer let us know, we would love to hang out with you all and maybe go on some epic adventures!
    Not sure if I will get notified if you comment or not? If y'all are interested in taking a trip to Alaska, email us and lets plan something!! Again thank you for all the great information you bring with your channel.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Appreciate it so much, folks! You now have a new sub, and we're looking forward to seeing what you do with Archer's Outdoor Adventures! You've got an amazing place to put together an amazing channel. Thanks for reaching out, and our most sincere best wishes for your success!

  • @margomcdaniel5445
    @margomcdaniel5445 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    is tent camping allowed

  • @walkingwithjerry
    @walkingwithjerry 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    how is the wildlife there bears, deer, goats, or birds of pray. i am a traveling photographer and always looking for new places to shoot wildlife.

    • @GrandAdventure
      @GrandAdventure  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jerry, there are deer, elk, black bears, birds of prey, and I believe also mountain goats (as there are goats in the nearby Wasatch Mountains) all.