If you would like to join me on Patreon you will get access to the raw videos just days after I complete the hike, sneak peeks of the produced videos before they are released on TH-cam, additional commentary, weekly updates regarding: future hikes, trail conditions, weather events, road closures and gear reviews as well as bonus videos that don't make it to TH-cam and so much more! Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=61068946
Such a perfect way to celebrate your birthday….doing the thing you love the most, and that is hiking! Such a beautiful, perfect day for a mountain hike. And you know, on your original birthday in 1977, little did I know that we would be enjoying these awesome adventures together 44 years later. Thank you for letting me join you once again to discover more of our beautiful country.
Very happy belated birthday, Nick. That hike looks awesome. We are somewhat behind in watching all the videos and are missing our weekly dose of "Nick (and Barb's) Hikes. Thank you always for posting your awesome hiking videos. We haven't hiked any hikes on that side of the park and can't wait to come back and try them out. Your #1 TN Fans! T&S
Chiquita Lake is so beautiful! We hiked to Ypsilon Lake on October 1st. The clouds were hugging the mountains so it wasn't as pretty of a day as you and your mom had. Thanks for sharing all your adventures with us!!!
Can’t think of a better way to spend your birthday Nick, hiking to a never visited pristine lake in RMNP with your mom under clear blue sky. Nicely done
Happy Belated Birthday Nick from one October baby to another! I love your videos from Lawn Lake TH!! I have never hiked it but it's gonna be on my list for the next time we come to RMNP! As always thank you for the great videos and we'll see ya' down the trail!
Thanks Will! I love the Lawn Lake Trailhead. Never too busy in the morning and lots of cool lakes. Next year Im gonna do Fay Lakes and maybe Crystal Lake. They should be good! Hopefully see ya out there.
Went up there on 8/15/2021. The flow from Spectacle Lakes looked a bit too strong , so went to Chiquita Lake instead. Not saying Chiquita Lake is second best. Great fun doing some route finding without too much spicyness. The stretch in between Ypsilon and Chiquita has some of the finest wildflower displays that Iv'e seen in the park. Awesome hike to avoid crowds in peak season.
Yes. We did it last year I believe. Then I also got a video where it was included in the CCY hike. Then once more when I went around it and over to Fairchild in the Mummy Mania hike. I think Ypsilon is one of the most awesome mountains in the park.
Its a Garmin Explorer Plus. Ive never used a watch but my dad has one. Its like a tiny version of my big GPS.. The split up to Spectacle is not bad except for the class 4 slab or waterfall. You have to choose one. I absolutely destroyed my knee falling down the slab. But I did it again in 2019 I believe and went up the waterfall. I think its easier. I did a video for it.
If you would like to join me on Patreon you will get access to the raw videos just days after I complete the hike, sneak peeks of the produced videos before they are released on TH-cam, additional commentary, weekly updates regarding: future hikes, trail conditions, weather events, road closures and gear reviews as well as bonus videos that don't make it to TH-cam and so much more!
Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=61068946
Such a perfect way to celebrate your birthday….doing the thing you love the most, and that is hiking! Such a beautiful, perfect day for a mountain hike. And you know, on your original birthday in 1977, little did I know that we would be enjoying these awesome adventures together 44 years later. Thank you for letting me join you once again to discover more of our beautiful country.
I really enjoy your videos. The best out there. And your Mom is incredible. You are blessed to have such a great hiking partner. Nice birthday hike.
Your mom is a real trooper. I’m impressed with her hiking ability
Belated Happy Birthday wishes! Thankyou for bringing us along to Chiquita Lake.
Very happy belated birthday, Nick. That hike looks awesome. We are somewhat behind in watching all the videos and are missing our weekly dose of "Nick (and Barb's) Hikes. Thank you always for posting your awesome hiking videos. We haven't hiked any hikes on that side of the park and can't wait to come back and try them out. Your #1 TN Fans! T&S
Happy Birthday, Nick! Love your videos! You and your Mom are bada$$ hikers! Peace!
Your Mom is a real trouper. Thanks for keeping these great videos coming. Hope you all enjoy a fabulous Christmas Season
Thank you! I hope you have a great Christmas also.
Chiquita Lake is so beautiful! We hiked to Ypsilon Lake on October 1st. The clouds were hugging the mountains so it wasn't as pretty of a day as you and your mom had. Thanks for sharing all your adventures with us!!!
Happy belated birthday Nick
Happy birthday Nick
Many happy blessings on your birthday and thank you for the gift you give us with your beautiful videos.
Thank you Evelyn! I am thankful that you enjoy the videos.
Can’t think of a better way to spend your birthday Nick, hiking to a never visited pristine lake in RMNP with your mom under clear blue sky. Nicely done
It was a perfect day. :)
Happy Belated Birthday Nick from one October baby to another! I love your videos from Lawn Lake TH!! I have never hiked it but it's gonna be on my list for the next time we come to RMNP! As always thank you for the great videos and we'll see ya' down the trail!
Thanks Will! I love the Lawn Lake Trailhead. Never too busy in the morning and lots of cool lakes. Next year Im gonna do Fay Lakes and maybe Crystal Lake. They should be good! Hopefully see ya out there.
Happy belated birthday Nick! I love that area, but we never haven't hiked up the trail there yet. Very beautiful as always in RMNP!
Thank you Lauren! That is a great little corner of RMNP that not too many people visit.
NIck, JUst want to say thank you for all your videos. Great work and love all the views from all the hikes.
Well done again sir.
Thank Rob! I really appreciate it. Glad you like the vids! :)
In June 1977 we hiked up toy-Ypsilon lake. Stopped by deep snowdrifts
1977 was a good year! I bet the snow gets deep up there. Beautiful area!
Went up there on 8/15/2021. The flow from Spectacle Lakes looked a bit too strong , so went to Chiquita Lake instead. Not saying Chiquita Lake is second best. Great fun doing some route finding without too much spicyness. The stretch in between Ypsilon and Chiquita has some of the finest wildflower displays that Iv'e seen in the park. Awesome hike to avoid crowds in peak season.
Great video. Have you gone up Ypsilon mountain? I've been twice, a really beautiful hike.
Yes. We did it last year I believe. Then I also got a video where it was included in the CCY hike. Then once more when I went around it and over to Fairchild in the Mummy Mania hike. I think Ypsilon is one of the most awesome mountains in the park.
What kind of GPS do you carry ? And have you used any of the hiking watches . Hows the split in that trail to goto spectacle?
Its a Garmin Explorer Plus. Ive never used a watch but my dad has one. Its like a tiny version of my big GPS.. The split up to Spectacle is not bad except for the class 4 slab or waterfall. You have to choose one. I absolutely destroyed my knee falling down the slab. But I did it again in 2019 I believe and went up the waterfall. I think its easier. I did a video for it.
@@nicksangetta8874 thanks will ck out the video