Had the pleasure of being on the backcountry crew in 89 working the John Muir trail from glen pass to swing bridge great summer .looks like our work around glen pass held up good
Thanks for producing and sharing this video! I am headed there next week with my son and a couple others. He just got the permits on Monday so I am trying to fit in an accelerated training regime before the trek.
So far, Kearsarge Pass has taken me to the most Alpine Lakes for the least effort. It is becoming a favorite of mine too. That whole valley is very lush with views.
So far, Kearsarge Pass has taken me to the most Alpine Lakes for the least effort. It is becoming a favorite of mine too. That whole valley is very lush with views.
The last time I hiked any part of the John Muir trail and this area in general was 1979. The first trip over the entire John Muir were the summers of 1964 and 1965 and we camped at Bullfrog Lake. When I was in this area in 1975 it had been closed for a couple of years, the last I heard in the late 1980’s it was open to camping again and had been for quite a while. Do you know if this closure is recent and or permanent? Nice video it brings back dozens of memories from what seems like a past lifetime.
Lucky Strike Hikes The last time that happened the Forest Service said the same thing, I hope for you current enthusiasts that you were getting the straight scoop. I’m curious if you know what their reasoning is, back in the mid 1970’s I was told it was because of overuse/abuse by pack animals. I just ran across (and subscribed) your channel recently, do you have any vids that are specifically on the Thousand Island Lakes area and Guitar Lake area headed up towards Forrester Pass. Equipment has sure changed in the last 50 years! Back then the one and only good pack was a Kelty that you had to purchase from Kelty in Glendale Ca, and Eddie Bauer if you wanted a good sleeping bag. Yours 5ents look real nice compared to the plastic tube tent! Thanks again for a great Channel.
@@supersami7748Wow! You named my exact pieces of equipment circa 1975 as a Boy Scout. I had an aluminum frame Kelty pack I purchased from FedCo. in Pasadena. My sleeping bag was a goose down Eddie Bauer Kara Korum -20 degree which, I still own and it works perfectly for sub-zero temps nearly 50 years later (that sleeping cost me six months of paper route money - $150 back in 1975!) My mess kit/canteen/stove were all Vietnam War era from Army Surplus in Glendale and I hiked in blue jeans, cotton flannel shirt and wore super heavy, leather, Vibram soled "waffle stomper" boots with super thick Wigwam socks. I haven't been to Thousand Island Lakes yet. It is high on my list. I do have a video of Forrester Pass th-cam.com/video/KvF7FbyXvEY/w-d-xo.html. I had one of Guitar Lake from my 3rd Mt. Whitney climb in 2015 but, the video is lost. I've summited Whitney twice. I do have a video of my first summit: th-cam.com/video/8tyPt8zsCQY/w-d-xo.html As for Sierra trail closures, I can't speak to them in the 1970s. I have seen the effects of pack animals on trail - completely chews up the ground into a super fine sand. Pack animals abound in the Sierras once gain. As for recent trail closures, most of them at present are due to the wildfires and trying to keep first responders and hikers safe. Not sure how long they'll be in effect as many fires are still burning out of control. I'm re-planning my Fall/Winter hikes to SW Utah and Mojave/Joshua Tree as a result.
Lucky Strike Hikes We’re fairly close in age my first hike was the Golden Arrowhead in the San Bernardino’s in 1962 followed the next year with the Silver Moccasin. The John Muir back then were 2 halves of 17-18 days each that we did in 1964 and 1965, dad was on all the hikes. My dad took hundreds of slides on those hikes, I’ve been trying to put them on DVD’s, that’s not very hard but remembering exact names and places 45-55 years later is rough. Do you have a suggestion on some reference material that might help me identify places on the trail? I’ve checked several books but none of them have what I’m looking for.
@@supersami7748 There are some great map Apps (for smartphones) specifically for the JMT: "Guthooks" would list most of the points of interest and key landmarks along the route. For John Muir Trail paper maps/guide books National Geographic has a nice one. I also like the Tom Harrison topo maps
This trip was from 6/11 to 6/14 2020. It was actually a light snow tear that year. In 2019 same dates there was 3’ more snow in the same passes. (Kearsarge and Glen) The coffee thingy is for pour over coffee. It only weighs an ounce (empty). Sorry I forget the name of it. I’ve also use a similar one called Primula Brew Buddy
Yes. Start early. There may snow now. Traction is recommended (mircospikes/ice axe). Going down Glen (heading North) you might even need crampons as that face is more technical. But as a dayhike from Onion Valley you would not necessarily need to go down Glen - North.
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Had the pleasure of being on the backcountry crew in 89 working the John Muir trail from glen pass to swing bridge great summer .looks like our work around glen pass held up good
Thank you. Yes, Glen Pass is in great shape. One of my favorites. Thank you for your work on it.
Awesome video! Love the music in the beginning…perfect for the setting!
Thanks for producing and sharing this video! I am headed there next week with my son and a couple others. He just got the permits on Monday so I am trying to fit in an accelerated training regime before the trek.
My pleasure. This was a beautiful hike. Take it slow as you acclimate to the altitude and you’ll do great.
Very nice! Bullfrog lake is one of my favorite lakes.
So far, Kearsarge Pass has taken me to the most Alpine Lakes for the least effort. It is becoming a favorite of mine too. That whole valley is very lush with views.
So far, Kearsarge Pass has taken me to the most Alpine Lakes for the least effort. It is becoming a favorite of mine too. That whole valley is very lush with views.
Welp, Im sold. Doing this in a couple weeks. Nice vid.
You can do it!
It was great seeing you two again. Awesome video. I've always loved Kings Canyon and the Rae Lakes region.
Glad you enjoyed it!
The last time I hiked any part of the John Muir trail and this area in general was 1979. The first trip over the entire John Muir were the summers of 1964 and 1965 and we camped at Bullfrog Lake. When I was in this area in 1975 it had been closed for a couple of years, the last I heard in the late 1980’s it was open to camping again and had been for quite a while. Do you know if this closure is recent and or permanent? Nice video it brings back dozens of memories from what seems like a past lifetime.
The recent closure is temporary in the grand scheme of things.
Lucky Strike Hikes The last time that happened the Forest Service said the same thing, I hope for you current enthusiasts that you were getting the straight scoop. I’m curious if you know what their reasoning is, back in the mid 1970’s I was told it was because of overuse/abuse by pack animals. I just ran across (and subscribed) your channel recently, do you have any vids that are specifically on the Thousand Island Lakes area and Guitar Lake area headed up towards Forrester Pass. Equipment has sure changed in the last 50 years! Back then the one and only good pack was a Kelty that you had to purchase from Kelty in Glendale Ca, and Eddie Bauer if you wanted a good sleeping bag. Yours 5ents look real nice compared to the plastic tube tent! Thanks again for a great Channel.
@@supersami7748Wow! You named my exact pieces of equipment circa 1975 as a Boy Scout. I had an aluminum frame Kelty pack I purchased from FedCo. in Pasadena. My sleeping bag was a goose down Eddie Bauer Kara Korum -20 degree which, I still own and it works perfectly for sub-zero temps nearly 50 years later (that sleeping cost me six months of paper route money - $150 back in 1975!) My mess kit/canteen/stove were all Vietnam War era from Army Surplus in Glendale and I hiked in blue jeans, cotton flannel shirt and wore super heavy, leather, Vibram soled "waffle stomper" boots with super thick Wigwam socks. I haven't been to Thousand Island Lakes yet. It is high on my list. I do have a video of Forrester Pass th-cam.com/video/KvF7FbyXvEY/w-d-xo.html. I had one of Guitar Lake from my 3rd Mt. Whitney climb in 2015 but, the video is lost. I've summited Whitney twice. I do have a video of my first summit: th-cam.com/video/8tyPt8zsCQY/w-d-xo.html As for Sierra trail closures, I can't speak to them in the 1970s. I have seen the effects of pack animals on trail - completely chews up the ground into a super fine sand. Pack animals abound in the Sierras once gain. As for recent trail closures, most of them at present are due to the wildfires and trying to keep first responders and hikers safe. Not sure how long they'll be in effect as many fires are still burning out of control. I'm re-planning my Fall/Winter hikes to SW Utah and Mojave/Joshua Tree as a result.
Lucky Strike Hikes We’re fairly close in age my first hike was the Golden Arrowhead in the San Bernardino’s in 1962 followed the next year with the Silver Moccasin. The John Muir back then were 2 halves of 17-18 days each that we did in 1964 and 1965, dad was on all the hikes. My dad took hundreds of slides on those hikes, I’ve been trying to put them on DVD’s, that’s not very hard but remembering exact names and places 45-55 years later is rough. Do you have a suggestion on some reference material that might help me identify places on the trail? I’ve checked several books but none of them have what I’m looking for.
@@supersami7748 There are some great map Apps (for smartphones) specifically for the JMT: "Guthooks" would list most of the points of interest and key landmarks along the route. For John Muir Trail paper maps/guide books National Geographic has a nice one. I also like the Tom Harrison topo maps
Great hike...thanks for the ride.
You bet
Beautiful scenery. The video may or may not have been better with me in it. Next time we should find out. ;)
Good stuff. My son and I and his uncles will be hiking a section of the JMT in late July this year.
The “Golden” ticket. Enjoy! :-)
Lots of snow. When did you hike? Thanks for the recipes. What is your little coffee gizmo?
This trip was from 6/11 to 6/14 2020. It was actually a light snow tear that year. In 2019 same dates there was 3’ more snow in the same passes. (Kearsarge and Glen)
The coffee thingy is for pour over coffee. It only weighs an ounce (empty). Sorry I forget the name of it. I’ve also use a similar one called Primula Brew Buddy
Nice! Do you think someone in good shape could dayhike to glen pass and back from onion valley?
Yes. Start early. There may snow now. Traction is recommended (mircospikes/ice axe). Going down Glen (heading North) you might even need crampons as that face is more technical. But as a dayhike from Onion Valley you would not necessarily need to go down Glen - North.
Hi are there bear lockers at any of these lakes like Charlotte Lake? Thanks! Super cool hike, looking forward to doing it myself
Yes, there are bear lockers at all three lakes, Kearsarge, Charlotte and Middle Rae Lakes.
hi kv , do u have a route of ur trip? like on alltrails or a map app? thanks , such an awesome trip
Thank you. I did map it on Explorer for my Garmin InReach. It Im not sure how to post to TH-cam
Awesome video! Just stumbled on your channel - it looks like some great content. I make camping/hiking videos myself! Thanks for sharing!
Awesome, thank you!
Great footage. Is that trail to Rae Lakes easy to follow?
Yes, the snow should be completely gone by now.
Nice video. Do you happen to have a GPX of your route from Charlotte lake up towards Glen pass?
Yes I do. See if this works for you. www.gaiagps.com/public/fMHmjTm0jMWsvrq4gNMr3HhW/?layer=GaiaTopoRasterMeters
@@KV_Aventuras Perfect! Thanks!
Fabulous hike. Nice video! I have subbed. I also have a hiking channel, if you could check it out. Thanks.