Alabama Hills // Off Road & Camping
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 ต.ค. 2024
- Me and my buddies took a trip out to Alabama Hills just outside of Lone Pine, CA. We camped and had an all around great time. We also made a quick stop at Reward Mine and drove our Jeeps into the mountain! (Episode 8 - 3/29/21)
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Dude's voice is haunting yet it calls to me....lol! I shall be visiting this place in my Taco fo sho! Thanks!
Hahaha - love it! You gotta go! You won’t regret it. 👊🏼
The Gladiators are growing on me. Binging your videos good sir. Loving the dramatic commentaries!
Oh man! Thanks! Really appreciate the kind words and comment! It’s comments like this that make putting these videos together so worth it! 😀👊🏼
@@TrailNewbie Good meeting you at Death Valley. We should camp again soon. The drove footage is incredible.
Just found your channel and instagram.. great content, just when I thought all the good overland videos were a thing of the past. Keep up the great work! 🤙🏼
Thank you so much! Really appreciate the comment and the kind words! I love doing this for the sheer fun of it. 😁 it’s comments like this that keep us going! 👊🏼👏🏻👍🏼
Really enjoyed the video footage, and especially the well-written narrative and music of Helen Jane Long.
Hey Roy! Thanks for reaching out - really appreciate the comment and feedback. I love Helen Jane Long too! She's sooooooo good!
@@TrailNewbie I forwarded this video to my photographer buddy. He and I hope to visit the Alabama Hills this fall, and your video heightened our interest.
That’s awesome! You will really enjoy it. When you’re out there, you should check out the Reward Mine. It’s incredible to drive into!
Yikes that mine! I don’t think my lifted jeep with RTT would fit. I don’t even take it through the Taco Bell drive through🤣.
Hahahahha, yes, lifted on 37’s is fine, but with a RTT you’d be in trouble. The lowest point is about 90 feet in. If you clear that, you’re good to go! And, now I’m hungry for TBell. 😆
Epic video. Great editing. On my bucket list
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!!! 😃😃😃
That campsite you show at the very beginning we just camped at. Drove our 2nd Vanagon right up there! Fun road. Our vid on the area comes out next week. Such a cool place.
Nate
Oh! Awesome! Will subscribe to see your video! 😀👊🏼 That whole area is so incredible.
Excellent👍👍. Just got back from two weeks tent camping, off roading the area. New puppy came with. Awesome cool place. Great video!
Lake Havasu ☀️ AZ
Ahh, thanks! Glad you enjoyed! That area is so AMAZING! 2-weeks... DANG! You are PRO!
just got back from camping at AH this afternoon, and turns out you camped on the same side road i was at this past weekend. cool to see my campsite from your drone. :)
Right on!! Ya, that’s a cool area to camp from - gives you a little more ‘off the beaten’ path type of location.
wow, how refreshing to hear you describing this journey as a poet, hoping you grow you channel so others will cherish your videography and narrative
Wow, thanks Robert! I appreciate the... appreciation! 😀😀 Very kind of you. More videos to come for sure.
@@TrailNewbie I will be following...
This video was incredible. You did a fantastic job with it!
Thank you so much! Really appreciate you reaching out! 😀😀
Great video!! Its an expert mix of jeeping, eating, hiking, nature, and art. Nice one sir!
Thanks! Really appreciate the kind words! It’s so fun to get out there🙌🏻👏🏻
This was a good one but it left me way hungry. I need to go camping with that crew! 😋
Heck ya! Bring the Trail Boss!
Great video, keep up with your good work. Stop watching (watched your video about 5 times), start to experience it (looking forward to the Alabama Hills camping and MTB trip next month) !!!
That’s awesome! Let me know if you want any of the GPX files for this trip. Happy to email them over. Thanks for the comment and reaching out!
A 37 inch tire for a fact perfectly fits under the Gladiator where the spare tire should go. That way, it's not taking up your bed space. I know because I've done it to my Gladiator.
Oh! No way! That’s awesome! Ya, I had heard different, but hadn’t verified that. So cool! Thanks for reaching out. 😃
We just did it not too long ago, really enjoyed finding the movie locations. Reward mine was nice because it was really hot the weekend we went up, cooling off in the mine was great!
Ya! It’s such a great area. I could stay over there for weeks! 😃
That was one of the best off-road videos I believe I have ever seen, well done sir!
Oh man! Thank you so much. Means a ton to hear that..! I wish I could get out more often - thanks for subscribing. More videos to come. Hope you enjoy the rest of the ones I filmed last year.
Amazing video, thanks for sharing
Thanks for the comment! Appreciate it! It’s the comments like these they keep us going!
Great video been to Alabama hills twice and I know exactly where that spot is but haven't gone to Reward mine yet. Will have to add it to my list. Also I noticed your buddy said you can't fit a 37 where the spare goes? I'll find out next week. I've been running on 37's for 7 months now I didn't buy a spare when I mounted them. But I don't think I want to continue pushing my luck on the trails without a spare. I think you can fit one if you set the psi to 10lbs. I have a power tank so airing up quickly for me is not a problem. I'll let you know.
Thanks Raul! Ya, I think getting a 37” is possible, like you said if you deflate, buuuut, I’m not a pro on Gladiators so definitely research that one. Let me know what you find out!
Videos keep getting better and better!! Still can’t get over the amazing drone footage! Soo cool!!
Thanks DeJong 4x4s! I think some nice drone footage of the dairy is in order!
Looks like your looking for a TV series deal.... Haha, excellent work.
Lake Havasu ☀️ AZ
You’re too kind! It’s been fun to do. 😄 I bet there’s tons of good trails out in Lake Havasu!!?? Ya!!??!
@@TrailNewbie pretty nice out here ☀️🍻....
Nice video! I enjoyed all the awesome aerial views. Looking forward to the day I get a 4x4 to really explore here 👍🏻
Thank Jason! Hey, one good thing about Alabama Hills is you can explore much of it in a 2WD. Even a sedan! There are areas where you can’t access, but I’d say nearly half you can enjoy, and even camp with any vehicle. 😁😁
@@TrailNewbie For sure! I went out there in March in my Scion xB and it did great on the main roads and I was still able to see a fair bit.
That's awesome! SO much can be done in overlanding and exploring with any vehicle. Trona would be another spot that you could likely check out if you haven't already. I did a video on it. You'd want to avoid the first part (Jawbone Canyon -> Piute Mountains), but go straight to Trona. Highly recommend that place for sure if you haven't already been!
@@TrailNewbie Yeah Trona is definitely on my list. Thanks for the tip 👍🏻
great video man! love this spot, great drone work too..
Right on! Thank you! I appreciate it very much! Alabama Hills is so cool. Pretty much has to be an annual spot now! 😀
Nice work. Cool artistic footage & editing.
Really smooth drone flying.
Thanks David! I appreciate it!
This content!!! I need more 😆
Thanks Sky! I appreciate it! Hoping to get something out every 2 weeks or so. It's peeps like you that make putting these videos together fun!!
@@TrailNewbie thanks. I’ll be here✊👍
Fantastic video. Are those Rubicons at stock height?
Hi! Thanks! Yes, at that point in time - the white Rubicon (mine) and the metallic grey Rubicon (Mark’s) were both straight off the showroom floor/stock. No modifications to height or tires at that time. The AEV Rubicon Gladiator at that time had a 2.5 inch lift. 😁
4:55 "Others see a chance for solitude, serenity, leaving the world behind..." That's what I was trying to do, photographing sunrise on the Sierra, at least half a mile from the next nearest person. Then some dude pulls up and buzzes me with his drone, breaking the solitude and serenity. Yes, drones provide amazing imagery, but they also adversely impact the experience for others.
Very excellent point. Those who fly recreationally in public lands and approved areas need to be cognizant of others 100%! My view: drones are here to stay and give us such an incredible perspective that would be impossible otherwise see of these magnificent locations. However, respectful flying is key. I try to do my best in that category when we are out on the trail. And your comment is a good reminder of that for me personally - thank you for reaching out on this topic.
I don't leave many comments on YT videos but this was a treat. This was phenomenally done and truly inspired me to take my family up to AH. Subbed and looking forward to seeing your channel grow.
WOW! Comments like these are the ones that keep us going as content creators. 😁 I really appreciate your taking the time to drop a note - means a lot! 😁😁😁
And, let me know if you need any additional info or pointers. 😁😁😁
@@TrailNewbie that's very kind of you. I may take you up on your offer one day.
No problem! If you have Instagram, feel free to ‘follow’ me there and if you have questions, you can reach out anytime via messenger. 👍😃
On Instagram my name is TrailNewbie. I think you can just search that to find me. I’m not super good at Instagram. 😂😂😂
You guys literally ate good on this trip lol
Ya, that trip was one for the ages!! You should watch my Trona video. I think we ate better there 🤣🤣🤣 Thanks for reaching out!!
Alabama Hills is awesome place! Also not too far to the east is the epic trail that takes you from Swansea to Cerro Gordo and about an hour drive north is Coyote Flats by Bishop! Been going there for years, cheers!!!
NICE! Will need to check those out for sure! Thanks for the note - hope you enjoyed the video!
Music while driving through the Reward Mine: "Evolution" by Bensound. Stunning piece of music; great choice for the video.
Thanks!! 😁😁
Did you have a sherpa? Haha. Where do you store that luxurious bed when you're traveling? Looks great, but you guys had a LOT of gear!
HahahHahahha! I know right!?!? My bed compacts down pretty good, but sometimes I do feel like it’s one of those mattresses from the Ritz Carlton. 😂😂
You’re going to Hollywood!
If I'm going, you're going with me for your incredible impromptu Gladiator walk-around skills! Nailed it! One-take!
Great video! I just got a new Grand Cherokee L 4x4 and the ride height is 10.9 inches (it has stock air suspension). Do you think the ride height is enough for the trails you guys went to in the video? I am a newbie and just starting on these adventures so thinking about Alabama Hills as my first stop 😊.
Hi Ahsan, yes, I’d say that you’d be totally good. There are so many options out there, that if you get to a spot that you think is a little sketchy, then you’ve got 100 other options in terms of trails to check out. Alabama Hills is a great place to start for sure!
@@TrailNewbie thanks a lot! Can't wait to get started.
This was good
Thanks John! Appreciate it!
That MINE!!! Scary but definitely worth the adventure. Thanks for the coordinates! Were there any difficult spots on the off road path? Also did you air down to go on these off road paths? I'm a newbie so want to be prepared. :)
Ya, the Reward Mine is so cool. 😎 There are some tricky spots on the way to the mine, but nothing that a 4x4 with some high clearance can’t handle. It’s mostly the last 1/4 mile before the mine that is a little rough. (Also, the mountain we went up after we did the Arch Trail.). What kind of vehicle do you have? No, no airing down on this trip. If you’d like I can send you the GAIA routes so you can see exactly where we went. 😁
@@TrailNewbie OMG the GAIA routes would be great!! Thank you. I have a GX470 but it has not been lifted and I have Toyo Open Country RT's. I've never done an off road trail before and I thought Alabama Hills would be a good start to learn. What do you think?
@@m6n15 Alabama Hills area for sure would be good for you. Many options in Alabama Hills even for stock cars. I’d say, get out there, check it out - see what you can do and can’t do. I can send you the GAIA GPX files. If you have Instagram, can you follow @trailnewbie and I should be able to message them to you, or get your email through there so you don’t need to post your email address here 😂👍👍
@@TrailNewbie just followed you on IG. I also messaged you.
How the **** does this content only have 235 Subs?
My friend, you win the award for my favorite TH-cam comment of all time! And probably will be my favorite forever. Thx! 😀😀
No joke!
Literally 10 minutes outside Lone Pine lol has a McDonalds. Beautiful spot though, basically grew up there .
I know right!?! Might be more like 6 mins from McDonalds! 🤣👊🏼
Hi, any chance you can share the coordinates or some directions for that campsite? Thanks.
Hi AR! Yes, can you find me on Instagram and message me there so I can get your email address. Thanks for reaching out! 😃
So I tried to go to Alabama hills today and there was a closed road sign. Which entrance did you take?
This was so long ago, the access to Alabama Hills has been restricted a bit since then; I wonder if that’s why. But our entrance was at the main entrance on the south end on Movie Road.
Let me know when is the next adventure to Alabama hills.
Alabama Hills is so awesome! 👏🏼😎🙌🏼
How far Vegas is this place?
About 4 hours
What’s a average trip cost like this?
Great question - this was probably (per individual):
$150 gas
$75-$100 food/water
Hanging with your buddies in one of the most beautiful locations in the US … priceless! 😁
@@TrailNewbie I live 25 miles from Zion. Before the pandemic I was still on my bicycle tour ride camping and taking the slow more personal trips like you do on BLM land, then stopped to help at a pantry. Now I have a vehicle, and a trip is overdue for my Half Ass Retired Dude = H.A.R.D. Friends company…
Great video! Music score was great too. My only criticism is that the term "Newbie" for your channel is starting to become misleading ;)
Thanks James! I’m still a newbie, but figuring out things as I go! Need to get out of Cali to perhaps Idaho to do some trails. 😎
@@TrailNewbie Fair enough. At least your channel name isn't as misleading as the "Never Ending Story" movie title. Someone needs to start a lawsuit there. Idaho has endless trails, but don't stay too long being from California and all.
AHAHHAAHAH, love it!