The TRUTH About ZION NATIONAL PARK -- in 4k!

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  • @garybarton9920
    @garybarton9920 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    My dear wife passed away a couple of years after we visited all 5 parks in Utah and ended in Choco Canyon in the way home to MO. Utah is by far one of the most spectacular places in our wonderful country. Definitely a favorite memory of mine. Always remember to savor every day that you obviously enjoy together. They swiftly pass. 👍🏻❤️🙏🇺🇸

    • @blakeyokum1547
      @blakeyokum1547 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Condolences on your wife’s passing. My wife and I and siblings, toured the National Parks in Utah in 2019. It was glorious! I like you am glad I got to create those memories with my beautiful wife. ❤️

    • @garybarton9920
      @garybarton9920 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@blakeyokum1547 ❤️👍🏻Making memories is a wonderful thing.

  • @ronaldpenczek9503
    @ronaldpenczek9503 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I think Kristy pronounced "lucky" as "smart"

    • @ms.m7995
      @ms.m7995 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LOL!

  • @mtnhorn2619
    @mtnhorn2619 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Travel 33 miles north of St. George on I-15 to Kolob Canyon. This is the northern end on Zion National Park. Less traveled as Zion (the major portion) , but equally impressive and well worth the drive. It is about halfway between St. George and Cedar City, but gives you a wondeful perspective of great red-rock mountains and deep green canyons. Not to be missed - well worth the time investment!

  • @mtnhorn2619
    @mtnhorn2619 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Wonderful camping spot NNW of St. George is Snow Canyon State Park. Wonderful hiking trails, lots of red rocks [& canyons], sand dunes, and some lava fields. Wonderful staff! Not too difficult to book a campsite within the park (go online): water/electric hookups to dry camping. Lots to keep you busy/entertained - 30 inutes to Zion. VERY reasonably priced.

  • @shaunette7075
    @shaunette7075 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Zion NP is definitely a favorite of ours. We go every year in March. It's already getting hot during the day by then. Usually by March 15th you can't drive through the park. Shuttles only. (Covid has changed things. Check before you go.) More hidden gems in Utah are Canyonlands, Deadhorse Point, (near Arches) Goblin Valley, (near Capitol Reef NP) Dinosaur National Monument, and Flaming Gorge, (near Vernal.) There are also some beautiful State Parks if you've seen all the National Parks. 😊 (From Utah)

  • @tdadventures
    @tdadventures 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    We love love Zion National Park. The last time we were there, we were with a class C RV rental. We hope to go back there after we pick up our own RV around April 2021. You are inspiring us to travel. Thank you for all your videos.

  • @markwall6685
    @markwall6685 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We live in Utah, have been to Zions many times. Best visit was in the rain. Incredible waterfalls everywhere.

  • @kenfrye2672
    @kenfrye2672 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Observation Point hike. You have the perfect view down the canyon, and look down on Angels Landing. Even though the original trail is no longer passable due to a rock slide you can access it via the East Mesa Trail. A 6.7 mile out and back is a must do.

    • @wineguy2246
      @wineguy2246 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I second this. We found this route last time we were in Zion as the canyon floor trail to OP was closed....longer hike but not nearly as vertical.

    • @davidroberts1958
      @davidroberts1958 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great hike. Did it in the snow one year and it was amazing

  • @cindybateman7494
    @cindybateman7494 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    We live in Hurricane.... which is known for its wind! Famous for Matt’s Off-Road Recovery on TH-cam

    • @LongLongHoneymoon
      @LongLongHoneymoon  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have watched his videos! Next time I will try to meet up with him. He has some great stuff.

    • @utahiker
      @utahiker 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Love Matt’s Off-Road Recovery

    • @cindybateman7494
      @cindybateman7494 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@utahiker he’s as nice as he appears in the videos

    • @zerog2000
      @zerog2000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      “So we got a call about this Airstream stuck boondockin.”

    • @LongLongHoneymoon
      @LongLongHoneymoon  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@zerog2000 haha hopefully we won't ever make that call ;-)

  • @michellemiller3614
    @michellemiller3614 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Glad you can film in National Parks again! 😙

  • @lindavandijk4334
    @lindavandijk4334 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am a transplant to Utah from the Washington, DC area. Zion is one of the most spectacular parks I’ve been to, and it’s only 4.5 hours away. You’re right about Utah, it’s beautiful here!

  • @TheKaffeeKlatsch
    @TheKaffeeKlatsch 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Zevon was part of our late September 2020 loop through northern Arizona/southern Utah..... great trip. We stayed at the same RV park and it was nice having a pool. The morning of our hiking we drove to Zevon around 5 am, waited for the sunrise while enjoying our morning coffee in the main parking lot. No staff at the gates at that time if you don’t have a National Parks pass.

  • @kristiejacobs4854
    @kristiejacobs4854 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The entire state of Utah is mind-blowing! We spent the month of October 2019 checking out their NPs and forests, the state parks, the BLM lands, the sweet little towns, etc. Man, I hope we make it back there this year!

  • @Markkcmo
    @Markkcmo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    We have been to Zion 2 times, once in 2008 and again in 2016. It was not nearly so crowded the first time and we were strong enough to do the Angles Landing hike. The second time we had booked ahead and got to stay in the Watchman campground. It was amazing to sit outside and watch nether sunlight move over the sides of the valley. However the trails were packed with people in November..

  • @larryambrose5078
    @larryambrose5078 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I spent all day in Zion on Thursday, Jan 14th on my motorcycle! Perfect day, bout 60 degrees in Zion Canyon and 10 to 15 degrees cooler at the East Entrance later in the day. Mid week and out of season is the BEST and Zion Canyon is open to traffic! Very little traffic and lots of parking spaces were available. ZION is maybe the most Epic 25 miles on a Motorcycle in America!

  • @dogzdad123
    @dogzdad123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sean & Kristy: We visited Zion in Oct and stayed at the same RV park too. Probably crossed paths and didn’t even know it.
    Your comments are spot-on!
    I did freak-out in the tunnel towing my Jeep behind my Class B+. But had a good laugh because our Cocker Spaniel, “Archie” didn’t know what to make of the mountain goat ambling along the narrow roadway.
    Thanks for bringing back our memories of our first (big) extended trip in our RV.

    • @BirdiesWanted
      @BirdiesWanted 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The tunnel is cool, but there's no mountain goats in Zion. You likely saw a bighorn sheep.

  • @andrewfidel2220
    @andrewfidel2220 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We came up from the North Rim and stayed at a commercial campground just outside the East entrance. Very fast WiFi at the bathhouse. The nice thing about staying on the East side of the park is that it's not at all a bad drive over to Bryce if you don't have to go through the park.
    Oh, and if you need to go grocery shopping in Springdale do NOT take your tow rig into the underground parking for the Sol foods Supermarket, one of the hardest spots to get out of we've ever found ourselves in!
    Also, surprised that you didn't recommend Zion Canyon Brew Pub for places to eat, good food and above average beer.

  • @raydavis3140
    @raydavis3140 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Don't forget about the Farks: Spanish Fark and American Fark. Maria mentioned Tooele already. Most outsiders pronounce it "too lee", but it is "too will uh".

    • @kristymichael
      @kristymichael 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh yeah, never would've guessed that last pronunciation! :)

  • @swansodi
    @swansodi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Zion NP may be the most crowded NP I have ever experienced. I am fortunate to live close to Yellowstone and Grand Teton, never had that type of crowd experience here. Probably due to the size of the park. Beautiful place. Not get me wrong... worth braving the crowd.

  • @Iissafaith
    @Iissafaith 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    We were just there a couple of weeks ago, boondocking just south of St George. I have to say I've never seen anything as stunning and awesome - a word I rarely use - as Zion. We went twice in the 3 weeks we were in the area and I would absolutely go again - yay old people's National Park pass! - cause I've never seen anything like it. It's also so worth it to go off season - not busy at all. Our truck was too large to go through the tunnel regularly - it's a dually - so, they stopped traffic for us a couple - uh, 6 times total LOL - but, the people working there are very nice to chat with while waiting. No shuttles in the winter, though - was still snow higher up in elevation.

  • @rastus666
    @rastus666 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did 22,000 miles on a motorcycle in 2019, going through 34 states and 4 Canadian provinces. Bucket list destinations checked off that summer included Alaska, Denali, Glacier National Park and Waterton, far northern UP, Ontario, upstate NY, Acadia NP in Maine, Skyline Drive and the entire Blue Ridge Parkway, the Dragon’s Tail(again), all the parks in southern Utah, except Zion, which was insanely busy, Grand Tetons and Yellowstone, and probably some I forgot. Tent camping all the way.

  • @1380beagle
    @1380beagle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh my gosh! I grew up in WV and we have a Hurricane(pronounced the same)!! High five Utah!

  • @Spenfolder
    @Spenfolder 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yep. Zion like Lion, and actually Hur-cun. Like it's two syllables. And southern Utah really is the best! One of my favorite hikes in Zion is Canyon Overlook Trail. It's a easy to moderate 1 mile round trip. Starts right near the east entrance to the Zion-Carmel tunnel. There is very little parking. I have the best luck in the late afternoon evening after the day-trippers have left the park, and it's a great place to watch the sunset.

    • @BirdiesWanted
      @BirdiesWanted 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Second this, but head up an hour before sunrise. Not crowded, and the rising sun gradually lighting up the canyon is spectacular.

  • @jackmcgonegal8728
    @jackmcgonegal8728 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great stuff, as always. We'll be staying at Zion River in late May. I tried to get a site at Watchman the second I could book but no luck. I'd prefer to go a little earlier in the year but we're hitting the North Rim of GNCP as soon as it opens. Keep on rolling.

  • @letshunt8992
    @letshunt8992 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The wife and I did Ziunnnnnnn several years ago and loved it. Also did Angel’s Landing but it was very crowded. My wife loved it so much she left a couple of toenails. ( Lost due to many miles of hiking). Thanks for the video. It was great.

  • @4LowRocks
    @4LowRocks 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We're heading up to Zion and the Moab area soon in the early spring! Thanks for this video; I'm sure we'll find it very helpful.

  • @AmericanWanderers
    @AmericanWanderers 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Heh yeah I have a long list of boondocking sites near Zion and most other major parks, but not wanting them to be overrun I'm not saying where they are. Last time we passed Zion, passed by not going in, the line was Two and a half miles long. We were on our way to the other Zion unit, which is not worth the trip.
    Zion and Arches are both ruined for summer visits. They are both hotter then Hades then anyway.

  • @RVAmerica
    @RVAmerica 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Re-watching! Still as good as yesterday! 🤪 I saw in a comment about an audio glitch - we didn't even notice. But love the 4k! Thanks! ~ Danny and Lynn

  • @Robnord1
    @Robnord1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been to Zion twice on my motorcycle. My secret camping spot is the Super 8 in Cedar City. 😁 Family run, and decent weekly rates. From there, it's under an hour's drive to either Zion or Bryce Canyon. I did the Angel's Landing hike in 2015, but will probably never do it again. Spectacular, but at 67 I no longer have what it takes for strenuous trails.

  • @Mark-cg2bg
    @Mark-cg2bg 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great place to check out in Zion is Kolob Canyons. It's part of Zion but has a separate entrance about 40 miles north of the main park off I-15.

  • @bcgrittner
    @bcgrittner 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been through Utah many times, but i always missed the good stuff. Thanks for the video tour.

  • @richardsantangelo3515
    @richardsantangelo3515 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Zion is an amazing park! We were there a couple of years ago in early March and could not believe how crowed it was. Lots of tour buses from Vegas. If you haven't done so, you should check out Big Bend NP and Bid Bend Ranch State Park. We were there for 2 weeks in Jan.2018 and cant wait to go back.

  • @TheSunfire96
    @TheSunfire96 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    We stayed at Watchman and it was so beautiful we looked forward to getting up in the morning and seeing those views out our big window in the back and having our coffee in the wonderful fresh air! Our ebikes were awesome on the trails they were allowed, we just wish they had more trails they would allow you to ride them! You can put them on the front of the shuttle and go to the end of the route and ride them back and that way you get the best of both (shuttle & ebikes)!! The air born tree sap was a bit messy but it came off the truck and camper with a quick wash! We also boon docked right off of hiway 89 just before you get to Mt. Carmel and it was also beautiful!!

  • @sjffff
    @sjffff 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If you want to leave the crowds behind there are three trails that can be accessed by way of a county road after traveling through the tunnel and going out of the park on the east side. You will go through the Zion Ponderosa Ranch to either the east rim trail head or the east mesa rim trailhead which leads to Deer trap, Cable Mountain and Observation Point. Everytime I have hiked these trails in the fall there has been less than a half dozen individuals on the trail and at the overlook with exception of Observation Point. The views are incredible and surpass anything you will see from the valley floor and I have hiked Zion for over 10 years. I would also suggest taking the Kolob Terrace Road and checking out several hikes from the west rim trail. If you are adventurous try to get a permit for the Subway and you will not be disappointed. Go very very early for any of the hikes from the valley floor unless you want to endure thousands of others.

    • @kristymichael
      @kristymichael 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow! Awesome tips. Thanks for sharing!

  • @dhillman7522
    @dhillman7522 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    We stayed at Willow Wind Rv Park in Hurricane it is beautiful full hookups very clean well kept lots of shade. It is about 23 miles from the west entrance to Zion.

  • @LauraMoncur
    @LauraMoncur 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My favorite camping near Zion is Sand Hollow Park. It’s a Utah State Park near a reservoir. There is pretty deep sand near the water, so be careful and don’t get your car stuck in it.

  • @najruqwi7008
    @najruqwi7008 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I LOVE Zion so much I bought properly in virgin utah just before springdale. Can you wait to move there

  • @moodaddy9599
    @moodaddy9599 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    We love staying at Watchman Campground simply because getting into the park can be a pain. Snow Canyon has a lot camping options with close hiking (lava tubes!) and is a short drive. Leeds has a great little RV park as well. There are also BLM options around Hurricane and other areas. With a little homework you'll find a lot of options but Zion itself is so hard to beat. Welcome to Utah!

  • @tonibrunson7017
    @tonibrunson7017 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My dad lives in Hurricane. My sister lives in Washington. Both on opposite ends of Sand Hollow State Park. So we mooch dock down there.

  • @BluJnGrl
    @BluJnGrl 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    On our bucket list for this year! But planning a trip out west seems a little overwhelming.

  • @JohnPaul-ts8dq
    @JohnPaul-ts8dq 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    St. George is approx. 55 miles from Zion. Good roads to Zion from St. George. The Narrows are fantastic to hike.

  • @beniaminv
    @beniaminv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My family have started National park trips years ago. My mom being an immigrant has always been told she needs to go see Grand Canyon. So that started it all for us. We then saw Mt Rushmore, Sequoia National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Glacier National Park, Redwoods, and Yosemite. My wife and I just got back from Shawnee National Forest. But Utah, Utah is absolutely on my list! And I keep telling my family this. Hopefully 2021 is the year we go. Just don’t know which one of the 5 we are going to go to!

    • @kristymichael
      @kristymichael 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I would suggest visiting more than one! If you have a full week you can see two, possibly three. Definitely worth it!

    • @beniaminv
      @beniaminv 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kristymichael that’s what we usually do. We don’t just visit one park. However my wife and I are getting more into hiking however my mother is not much of a long walker. So time will tell what will happen when we do go. Past adventures we would visit more than one park.

  • @cdaddypoff
    @cdaddypoff 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Part 2 the first was so good can't wait. Keep making them I keep watching

    • @kristymichael
      @kristymichael 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Well, this is actually the same video. Yesterday's upload had a bad audio glitch that we missed before we uploaded. So, we pulled it down and SeN fixed it. Bonus is that he uploaded it in 4K today, so quality should be top notch!

  • @dougshields3955
    @dougshields3955 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have you visited Kolob Canyon section (Taylor Creek Trail) or taken the Chinle Trail to the petrified forest section? Beautiful areas. Much of the park gets very little traffic.

  • @exploringcoasttocoast0203
    @exploringcoasttocoast0203 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi guys - we stayed on the East side in Mt Carmel. I think its called: Best Western East Zion Riverside RV Park Mount Carmel Utah. It is across the street from the Best Western and there are 12 or so sites. We stayed there in 2019. The east fork of the Virgin river was right behind us. The reservations are thru the hotel. The WIFI didn't work for me so I sat in the lobby to work. There's another small park not far from there where we've stayed: Mt. Carmel Motel and RV Park

  • @jerryhudson6454
    @jerryhudson6454 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Back in 2016 we stayed at Duck Creek Campground. It is between Zion and Bryce. Always enjoy your videos!

  • @dedecolwell2691
    @dedecolwell2691 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, guys!! I could use one of those for the other major NP’s.. heading there this summer (Covid willing!)

  • @chuckball9758
    @chuckball9758 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    To really enjoy Utah, any part of Utah, get a good geology book. With that you can understand how the landscape around you was formed and why it is so unique. Do more than just enjoy the sights and create memories, seek to understand what you are seeing.

  • @kevinwilliams2261
    @kevinwilliams2261 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi, guys! Thanks so much for your videos. Next time you visit Zion, if you haven't already gone, go to THE PIZZA FACTORY in St. George. The bread sticks alone are worth the trip and the scenery around the restaurant is nice.

  • @carolsmith973
    @carolsmith973 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Greetings from Cape Coral, Florida

  • @kens805
    @kens805 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Last time we went we camped out at the Golden Nugget in Vegas and drove our 50 MPG Prius to Zion and then rode the shuttle. Luckily we fit under all the tunnels quite easily! LOL

  • @JohnMarucci
    @JohnMarucci 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great stuff, thanks!!

  • @ericstevenson2474
    @ericstevenson2474 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We plan on staying at Zion late Sept, enjoyed the video, very informative We plan visit Might 5 traveling from Colorado to SW Utah

  • @LisaMarli
    @LisaMarli 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's just us and a Prius V. So when I did our route to Colorado Springs from California, I noticed it took us right next to Zion. So miracle of miracles, we got a reservation at the Lodge. It was just 2 nights and expensive but worth it. My husband doesn't hike, so we took a bunch of shuttles to see things, then I enjoyed a few short hikes near the Lodge. Waking up and staying until sunset into the night, watching all the light changes. It was magical.
    What I noticed is it was very much like staying at the bottom of the Grand Canyon, without that long hike. Did I mention we aren't big hikers?
    And I have friends who live near St George. They love their part of Utah. And there is BLM land near Zion. Usual rules apply.

  • @raderosier1248
    @raderosier1248 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Several people have mentioned Snow Canyon State Park in St. George. I used to live in St. George not far from the park and I highly recommend it The campground is very nice - not too large. Beautiful hiking trails. I particularly recommend a hike into the box canyon at the western edge of the park (west of the maintenance road).

  • @scottolman4436
    @scottolman4436 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hurricane was settled by English immigrants in the 1800's. If you watch a BBC nature show, they pronounce it like a native Southern Utahn. Gooseberry mesa has great camping with awesome views of Zion, just don't go there after a rain storm.

  • @missriggy
    @missriggy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Helpful! I have a couple of nights booked upcoming in Watchman campground and they were not easy to get! Thank you for the video. You guys had me LMAO more than once. New Subscriber here!

    • @LongLongHoneymoon
      @LongLongHoneymoon  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it was helpful! Congrats on the Watchman booking -- you will enjoy for sure! Thanks for the sub and welcome!

  • @duanemellenbruch2055
    @duanemellenbruch2055 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wildlife we saw there included mountain goats, deer, torantulas in various locations, and a black widow spider in one of the bathrooms (which they said they didn’t have until we showed them). 🙂

  • @berthaduniverse
    @berthaduniverse 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice and informative... Thanks. We also found a day (late afternoon) with a family of Turkeys wandering along the road, and they were not shy.

  • @sharonstoops757
    @sharonstoops757 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    We spent several days at Zion three years ago. We certainly would not list the park in our top ten. The place itself is beautiful and we found some out-of-the-way hikes we enjoyed but we won’t be returning. I think it is a case of being loved to death or instagrammed to death. We hated the crowds, especially because so many were so disrespectful of everything and everyone. We found Capital Reef much more to our liking and felt a week there was really too short.

  • @MrMike-ij7xb
    @MrMike-ij7xb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey, go visit Escalante and Hole In The Rock, if you want to Boondock!

  • @jeffsten1
    @jeffsten1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We plan to visit Zion in the first half of April 2021

  • @jimloth6091
    @jimloth6091 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Worth waiting for! Love the scenery, not sure I could take the crowds in summer though.

  • @bearisland55
    @bearisland55 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video on Zion! When we camped there years ago, there was always plenty of space at the Watchman campground. The park has become very crowded the last few years, so we go to Kolob Canyons near Cedar City. It has a fraction of the people and great hiking. You do need a permit for the amazing, but tough Subway hike, but it's worth it.

  • @andrewc7674
    @andrewc7674 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    We ate at Oscars Cafe today. Except we went at 11am and they were still serving breakfast for another 30 minutes. Lol 🤦‍♂️

  • @TheMotor7
    @TheMotor7 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video and info as usual. Thanks

  • @capodad2u
    @capodad2u 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    We were there in Oct 2020 had a great time and parked our RV right outside the entrance at that private rv park and ride like e bikes in every day.....awesome ! Yes buy groceries elsewhere super expensive in Springdale.

  • @rayworx
    @rayworx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes, your right.... Ziuuun is beautiful but I have to hand it to one of the ticket sellers when we were there @8 years ago. She asked (very politely) if we were over 55? Well, Yes...by a long shot!
    Well you can buy a 'seniors pass' and get in for $10.' Me being the skeptical type I ask 'how long is it good for?' LIFE and you get FREE NATIONAL PARK ENTRANCE!
    Now my opinion..... if you want to see sheer beauty that's right around the corner..... Arches National Park is UNBELIEVABLE!

    • @kristymichael
      @kristymichael 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep! It's enough to make me want a fake ID! ;)

  • @dougberry1011
    @dougberry1011 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    We always stayed at Zion RV park where you stayed

  • @gmaneis
    @gmaneis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Only Dr. Seuss could rhyme herraacunn. Oh wait, herricunn rhymes with Merricunn, meaning a citizen of the United States of Merrica, and anything manufactured in that country is Merricunn made. Anyway, thanks for all your usual fun and valuable information.

  • @hermanboyd3367
    @hermanboyd3367 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video keep them coming.

  • @mr.p960
    @mr.p960 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The one thing that worries me I probably looked at a thousand RV upgrades and I have never seen anyone upgrade their SMOKE DETECTOR. That is very disturbing and the crazy thing about that is it isn't an expensive upgrade. I have a 2017 34 footer and it came with one smoke detector that is unacceptable. I recently changed the batteries in that one smoke detector and pushed the test button nothing happened. So I took it out to the range and used it as a clay pigeon and I promptly replaced my RV smoke detector I installed one at the bunk room one in the kitchen and on at the door of the master bedroom now i'm happy because all other upgrade's can wait my FAMILY COME'S FIRST.

    • @kristymichael
      @kristymichael 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      We actually have an entire video on smoke detectors and Carbon monoxide detectors! Very important stuff, for sure!

  • @xmassi1
    @xmassi1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great info thanks!!

  • @hikethisplanet1017
    @hikethisplanet1017 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Stayed in Hurricane a few times and you are right they don't pronounce it like most of us do.

  • @kwyer1963
    @kwyer1963 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this video. We stayed at your recommended RV park and loved it! Got snow one day and beautiful blue sky the next.

  • @michaelthompson3679
    @michaelthompson3679 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your videos!

  • @toddvolpe6396
    @toddvolpe6396 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    To be read like Elvis...
    Thank You!, thankyouverymuuuch

  • @terryn4twx162
    @terryn4twx162 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    We got the same treatment when we were in Hurricuuun several years ago. Left there and wen to Mancos Co. to see Mesa Verde and stayed at a dude ranch. Found out when we went to the grocery store that it was not Mancos like it reads, you have to say it like it is spelled this way Maankus.

  • @ChrisRI1000
    @ChrisRI1000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Do not go to Zion during high season. I found it one of the worst NPs I've had the displeasure to visit. Due to every single parking spot being occupied all it turned out to be was a miserable drive through park. Couldn't even see much since I had to keep my eyes on the winding road the entire time. So I thought once I made it to the town I would just park it and take a scenic hike. Nope! The town was a tourist trap par excellence. Packed with people and no parking except far from town. I turned around and went back through leaving the miserable park behind. A huge waste of time. Having said all that I will return when the mobs of people go home and hike the park. Zion, I've heard, has to be hiked if you really want to see and appreciate the park.

    • @kristymichael
      @kristymichael 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I can't imagine how busy and hot it is in high season. Definitely try to come back during the shoulder seasons. Comfortable hiking weather and much fewer people!

  • @blkbry1
    @blkbry1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    it wasn't that crowded first time we went there in 1975, did you do angels landing?

  • @deebutler4217
    @deebutler4217 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another GREAT video, Sean and Kristi! Thank you!

  • @najruqwi7008
    @najruqwi7008 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yes you are right my cousin lives in hurricane and she told me to make sure I pronunce it the right way or everyone there will let me know how to say it... LOL.

  • @pipslife7874
    @pipslife7874 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    just added this to the list!!!

  • @LeslinAdventures
    @LeslinAdventures 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I want one of those stickers
    How can I get one

  • @XtraMileS
    @XtraMileS 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Missing this place!!!
    Thank you for bringing up great memories!❤️️

  • @waynehogue2499
    @waynehogue2499 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great video, beautiful park, really enjoyed walking the Narrows,

  • @freedomdove
    @freedomdove 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's such a beautiful state. I can't wait to explore it. 👍

  • @dianarodenberg1010
    @dianarodenberg1010 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    We saw a rattlesnake on the Weeping Rock trail in Zion.

  • @scottewing1091
    @scottewing1091 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you have the time, I recommend the Kolob Canyons drive in the north-west corner of the park.

    • @Iissafaith
      @Iissafaith 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely! We also went there, its definitely a lesser-known gem.

  • @KuntryBoy4Lyfe
    @KuntryBoy4Lyfe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks guys, love the videos! Keep'em coming....One day I'll visit "Ziii-on" lol!

  • @anthonydale6604
    @anthonydale6604 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love how fast after law change you post a video from an NP. That's awesome!

  • @wineguy2246
    @wineguy2246 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love love Zi-un LOL! It’s also good to note how large Zion is. While the valley is the crowd draw we spent a day up on the plateau and it was just amazing and 1/100th the crowds. Wildcat canyon trailhead has some pretty flat easy hikes out to Northgate Peaks with amazing views.

  • @johnchalker6193
    @johnchalker6193 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you guys you guys are such a great inspiration I've been watching you for a very very long time and I like how you outfitted your rig with solar panels so you can boondock more I think you guys are going to have a wonderful time with boondocking I hope that you decide to get yourself some water bellows and a pump so you can stay out longer your friend John chalker Waterbury Connecticut CC

  • @shouldibehere
    @shouldibehere 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Utah also has some pretty amazing state parks. Don't miss those.

    • @kristymichael
      @kristymichael 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Absolutely! Dead Horse Point is incredible! I may like it more than the Grand Canyon.

    • @shouldibehere
      @shouldibehere 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kristymichael So is Kodachrome and Goblin Valley.

    • @kristymichael
      @kristymichael 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@shouldibehere, we haven't had a chance to stay at either of those yet, but we have driven Highway 24 and 12 and the views were incredible. Can't wait to go back!

    • @shouldibehere
      @shouldibehere 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kristymichael If memory serves, there's no campground at Goblin Valley, just TONS of hoodoos to wander around...for hours. It's like a different world.

  • @frankcates3909
    @frankcates3909 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can't get that far from home, but am enjoying your taking us along with your many vids. Thnx., Silver Conestoga Wagon Driver.

    • @dougsmith7195
      @dougsmith7195 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      We drove all the way from Toronto to LA, Zion on the way back!

  • @RodneroZ
    @RodneroZ 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You both are fantastic. I found you today. Your fun/helpful vibe is wonderful. Thank you.

  • @papascateringstreetfood2173
    @papascateringstreetfood2173 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Everyone that enjoys hikes should check out Zions NORTH entrance into Kolob Canyon. Kolob Canyon is not as well known therefor there are fewer people visiting this section of ZION.

  • @bodybait
    @bodybait 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Did you go to Kolob Canyons? It is much quieter than the south Zion

  • @dougberry1011
    @dougberry1011 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You need to do one on Bryce Canyon. Maybe you have. Same for monument valley.

  • @carolsmith973
    @carolsmith973 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We’re there this summer, AWESOME experience but very busy.