Abandoned and Forgotten Highway Stops in the Mojave Desert

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  • Halloran Springs and Halloran Summit (also known as Yucca Grove) were long stops for travelers heading through the Mojave Desert, dating back over a thousand years. As roads were built through the desert, these settlements became important stops on those early highways as people traveled between Southern California and Las Vegas.
    Eventually, the roads became U.S. State Route 91 and later Interstate 15. But with the coming of the Interstate and better automobiles, less people needed to stop when traveling these roads, and the settlements began to fade.
    Now, both Halloran Springs and Halloran Summit have been abandoned for decades, and their history largely forgotten. In this video we explore both settlements as we learn about their past. We come across a number of abandoned buildings, a few the scene of terrible crimes or unfortunate accidents, see the iconic Lo Gas sign up close, visit ancient petroglyphs that millions of people drive by every year without knowing they are there, and find out what's left of Halloran Springs and Halloran Summit.
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  • @loach392
    @loach392 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +155

    My Grandfather was killed in a auto accident at Halloran Springs in 1972. He was on the way to a family reunion. I wish he would have made it. RIP Grandpa.

    • @johnkeith2450
      @johnkeith2450 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +24

      We need something other than a like button

    • @angelmist4253
      @angelmist4253 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +18

      Condolences.

    • @shelzp7272
      @shelzp7272 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +9

      Oh dear but good to pay tribute to him. 💕

    • @secretdaisy6484
      @secretdaisy6484 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

      Sorry for your loss 🙏.

    • @ubroberts5541
      @ubroberts5541 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

      🙏

  • @jodicreager
    @jodicreager 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +27

    When I was a child in the mid 50's my family traveled from Burbank, CA to Las Vegas where my Dad was a musician at the Golden Nugget for 3 months out of the year. At that time the highway you are showing was known as 'The Notorious Baker Grade' ...in the summer months there would be cars lined up along the highway with hoods up and steam pouring out.... (including us at times) although dads preferred time to travel was nighttime. I remember people stopping in Halloran Springs , there literally was a faucet that people would fill their containers with water available just so they could hopefully make it to the summit. That would have been a great time to come out with 'I survived the Baker Grade' T-Shirts. It was a challenge, scary...but families accepted it . We always had a Desert Water bag hanging on the front grill as backup...and my family had a tradition of stopping in baker to get a 10 lb block of solid ice out of the ice machine for 25 cents ...we would chip off chunks and my Mom would rub the back of my Dads neck with the ice chunk while he was driving and with the desert wind blowing while he drove acted as a pretty good AC...then we would save the rest as needed...we even shared more than once with those travelers who had no experience with traveling this highway.

    • @BRLaue
      @BRLaue 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      My uncle was a trumpet player in Las Vegas and would drive back and forth to LA for recording sessions especially when the casinos went to mostly canned music in the 80’s. He fell asleep on Baker Grade in 1994 and didn’t survive.

    • @CasperLCat
      @CasperLCat 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      That’s a nice memory of your Mom with the ice chips, keeping your Dad cool. “Little” things like that are the best things in life, probably why you remember it.
      And a good reminder how pampered we are today by our better cars, better A/C, and better technology in general.

    • @doneown503
      @doneown503 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      , great memories !! 👍👍❤

    • @mattkobold6273
      @mattkobold6273 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you for sharing.

  • @allanbeamer7110
    @allanbeamer7110 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +92

    Hey Steve- retired trucker here. I was through there maybe 2-3 times a week between LA and Salt Lake mostly in the '90's. Back then I would suggest that Baker didn't have even half the choices then it does now. It's always been a fairly sleepy "town", and certainly a more visited spot along I-15 than either of the Halloran's. I remember trying to stop for the night at Halloran Summit and catching what-for for doing so, so never tried THAT again thinking it wasn't a very friendly stop... at least not for truckers anyway. Guess my money was better spent in Baker anyway! Or Vegas! Lol! Love your videos brother. Keep 'em coming. 👍😉

    • @SidetrackAdventures
      @SidetrackAdventures  23 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      Now these exits are pretty much only tuckers taking a break.

    • @Mr.Grumbdy
      @Mr.Grumbdy 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      My belated condolences. R.I.P.

  • @cat3crazy
    @cat3crazy 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +33

    I know I'm old but when you talk about the 2000s, it seems like it was only a couple of years ago. It's so sad to see the conditions of the abandoned places. It's like we are leaving our trash everywhere and we leave nature to take care of it for us.

    • @gdb5448
      @gdb5448 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      For Real...instead of pissing away BILLIONS on Ukraine and illegal aliens they should spen that money cleaning all these abandoned places.

  • @mt3311
    @mt3311 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +52

    I worked for Caltrans, and lived at Mountains Pass, in a house I rented from the State of California. We were responsible for the 15 from Rasor Road to the state line, which was about 300 lane miles. I was there when they completely razed the rest Areas on both sides of the freeway, and built them brand new from the ground up. Those rest area's were our responsibility to maintain.
    Where I lived at Mountain Pass, it snowed. In the summer it was about eighty degrees, and about 5 miles in either direction it was 20 degrees hotter. There is a new, port of entry, and Inspection Station. Also they put up a solar energy farm in the Ivanpa.

    • @jgoff76
      @jgoff76 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

      My father in law used to teach at the school in Mountain Pass in the late 70s. Though closed the building still stands. He only lasted a year or two out there.

    • @secretdaisy6484
      @secretdaisy6484 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

      This is the great thing about what Steve is doing with his channel. He goes places then it brings out peoples’ history and personal stories. Even more interesting! 👍🏼

    • @mt3311
      @mt3311 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      @@jgoff76 We did a biology class, and lunch in that schoolhouse. The State was widening the 15 through the pass, and we had to take a turtle class. So we were all morning going through the desert identifying different turtle habitats, and trails. Then we had lunch at the schoolhouse. I lived about a half mile from the mine. We couldn't drink the water, but could bathe in it. The state paid for drinking water to be delivered from Vegas.

    • @xtbro78
      @xtbro78 20 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Yes, I so much agree! I watch and study the video, because I love history & old stuff. But I also try to read all the comments, because of the additional history the people there bring. Steve's channel draws a high class of viewer.

    • @jerrysanders9101
      @jerrysanders9101 20 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Solar farms.. what a waste of plastic and money. Cancels out any benefit unfortunately.

  • @larryt510
    @larryt510 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +44

    Hilltop mart gas station closed in 2004. Lo-Gas also around that same time. Both of these gas stations were famous filming scenes in the 1999 movie "Play it to the bone" (Woody Harrelson). Definitely worth a watch. At that time both stations were still in operation.

    • @dethray1000
      @dethray1000 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      i knew the owner of lo gas--he had a gas station in bishop ,calif that has been closed for about the same time--the owner of the gas station next door bought the place

    • @mt3311
      @mt3311 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      Right there at Halloran Springs Road down the embankment of the NB onramp, we found a complete set of tandem axles from a semi truck or trailer.

    • @SidetrackAdventures
      @SidetrackAdventures  23 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

      I'll have to check it out.

  • @adventurevin7600
    @adventurevin7600 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +77

    You do a great job of adding history and the changes through the years.

  • @lifeofleather4718
    @lifeofleather4718 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +22

    Steve: the metal sign clanged when you described the murdered attendant. He definitely got our attention … hopefully his sudden passing did not bind his energy to that location :( Your videos are, indeed, pure gold. Thank you :)

  • @Kbrusky15
    @Kbrusky15 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +25

    Your channel is quickly becoming one of my favorites. You’re inspiring me to want to get out onto the road and travel more :)

    • @adventurevin7600
      @adventurevin7600 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      Agree 💯

    • @Kbrusky15
      @Kbrusky15 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@saminaneen it costs you zero dollars to not be a dick

    • @SidetrackAdventures
      @SidetrackAdventures  23 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Thank you, it means a lot.

  • @robertgriffin1881
    @robertgriffin1881 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +27

    Great sky! Thanks for the beautiful view.

  • @glc1183
    @glc1183 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +13

    Love how your videos are straightforward - no nonsense or hyperbole. The contain interesting material that is presented well - good job

  • @armoredsaint6639
    @armoredsaint6639 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    You’re stopping at all the places we have all scenes so many times in our travels. This is great to finally hear the history of the places I have often thought about.

  • @bglrj
    @bglrj 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +22

    Wonderful. Great choice of music. As always.

  • @Daniel-fd3wp
    @Daniel-fd3wp 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +12

    Man those Gas Stations back in the day that had tow trucks and a mechanic I’m sure saved a lot of people from been stranded. Great Videos Steve as always. 👍

  • @tedkerr2230
    @tedkerr2230 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +14

    Steve, you have the gift for Gab! Not to mention a dry wit!. Recently my wife and I were driving down 15 (we're from Lodi) and I recognized some od those sites . I wished I stopped now. Thanks to you, next time I will! Keep the adventures coming!

  • @primefocusphotography
    @primefocusphotography 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +20

    Last time I was out at the Hiltop mart (around 2022) I was going back to get some updated footage for my channel. As I neared the station. a 14' bobtail darted out of the lot and started heading my way. As it got closer, I could see 3 guys in the truck. They started blaring their horn, pointing at me as when they were almost to me, they swerved into my path. I slammed on the breaks and they swerved back into their lane and stopped at the entrance to 15. I went past the station and did a U-turn and watched them for a few. They then slowly got on 15 and disappeared from sight. I got the drone out and sent it out. As I entered the first rollup door, I panned the camera down and noticed multiple coils of large copper on the ground. Ends still shiny so clearly freshly cut. Clearly the guys were scrappers and trying to scare me off. So as any logical person would do, I brought the drone back and got the hell out of there. lol

    • @tropocal2343
      @tropocal2343 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      *Did that incident persuade you to get a CCW?*

    • @SidetrackAdventures
      @SidetrackAdventures  23 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Pretty scary stuff. This is why if I see something that doesn't look right at all, like a bed setup in the back, I'm moving on. There was an upstairs area at the Hilltop Mart, but I wasn't about to find out if anyone was up there.

    • @tropocal2343
      @tropocal2343 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@SidetrackAdventures *Ya, you did right, trust your gut feelings, and act on them, good or bad, there's a reason you get them.*

    • @nathanielovaughn2145
      @nathanielovaughn2145 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      What'd you get for the s rapped copper tho?

  • @johnsikessikes5404
    @johnsikessikes5404 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    From Mecca (above Salton Sea)- Box Canyon Rd- through Joshua Tree National Park- to Roy's Cafe Amboy (and the awesome old tanker truck and water tower next door)- to Baker- to Kelso Depot- to Shoshone (outside Death Valley) is one of my favorite drives. Would not be far if drive on to Las Vegas. Get off the Interstate to find history. Awesome Video, Steve.

    • @sailingaeolus
      @sailingaeolus 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      That's some of my favorite country too!

  • @Marthepav
    @Marthepav 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +24

    I have absolutely HATED the desert since I moved to California in 1979.... UNTIL I stumbled upon your videos. My son hikes the PCT regularly from Campos to Hearts Pass in Washington. For the first time I am almost thinking about taking that hike from Campos to maybe Kennedy Meadows... Who Knows? I am 70 now. I may not be able to go that far. But, the point is, you made the desert an interesting place!!! Thank-you :o)

    •  23 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      Don't hike alone.

    • @bobrocco4218
      @bobrocco4218 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      I'm 70. Lived in Ridgecrest, CA from 1993 to 2000. We used to go to Kennedy Meadows every weekend in decent weather, and some times when the weather was a bitch. If you can make the trek, do it! I'm crippled, so the hike beyond my means.

    • @xtbro78
      @xtbro78 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The desert has to "grow" on a person if they are not familiar with its quiet & vastness. But a lot of us have come to love it & enjoy spending time on the desert. Just not in summertime! Take your hike & be safe!

  • @jeffhubbard3399
    @jeffhubbard3399 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I consider myself a bit of a desert explorer and western traveler and your channel is right up my alley. Thank you - it’s tremendously enjoyable

  • @xtbro78
    @xtbro78 20 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    I am completely hooked on Steve's channel, as he does exactly what I enjoy. The drone puts a valuable perspective on places, I'm glad you do that. And thank you for also sharing unique history of places too, crimes etc. That's just an added bonus & gives me even more to search for online. The commenters are so very interesting as well, as they often add personal tidbits only they might know. ♥️

  • @user-qf1it8jc9y
    @user-qf1it8jc9y 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    Thanks Steve for yet another great video! I've spent countless hours exploring the area around Halloran Springs, even spent a summer day at the gas station broken down waiting for a good friend to come get me with a trailer ( somehow I knew better than trust that place ). I've spent plenty of time right next to those petroglyphs and never knew! You picked a beautiful day to be out, love that area there is so much history out there to explore!

  • @DJG_Official
    @DJG_Official 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +12

    I’ve stopped there myself , while on the road I’ve found this place has a special place in my heart just based off the old retro features , I’d love the opportunity to purchase the location and bring it back to life , many times though there’s just no real information on properties like the ones we see here in this video.
    However I never knew of the darker side of its history 👀 , love the way you uncover the deeper history of the place

    • @SidetrackAdventures
      @SidetrackAdventures  23 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      Yeah, sometimes its hard to dig up info on these places for sure. Hardly anything online about them.

    • @atsf855sanbernardinocounty85
      @atsf855sanbernardinocounty85 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@SidetrackAdventures What’s the history background of Santa Fe Boxcar

    •  18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I wonder how deep down you'd have to go to hit water for living ?

  • @leonajameson8902
    @leonajameson8902 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +9

    Good one. I don’t know how you find such interesting history but I am glad you do! Thanks Steve

  • @roywhitman7109
    @roywhitman7109 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +9

    Another great adventure! Bringing in your historical information adds life to these stories! And your soundtracks are impeccable!! Great job!!👍 Thanks!

  • @johnnyfreedom3437
    @johnnyfreedom3437 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

    These are the ones I enjoy the most Steve! Showing me those petroglyphs and other things as much as a thousand years old is so cool! I hope you get out more abandoned towns for us to enjoy! Now that I'm an old geezer, I love American history!

    • @SidetrackAdventures
      @SidetrackAdventures  23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thank you. I plan on visiting some more soon.

  • @corn677
    @corn677 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    Really enjoyed this one, Steve. We head too Vegas or Laughlin from San Diego (Allied Gardens) three or four times a year. I love when you do your I-15 & 1-40 videos. As always, muchos thank you's!!

  • @robertfletcher3421
    @robertfletcher3421 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    Another great video. Thanks, Steve.

  • @thesarge4457
    @thesarge4457 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

    Places and it's stories. Thank You Sir. THE SARGE

  • @wolfeadventures
    @wolfeadventures 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    The video and editing quality has gotten incredible! Very well done.

  • @bmcanulty74
    @bmcanulty74 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +21

    Even our ancestors graffiti'd the walls. LOL Thanks for sharing!

    • @ericreese7792
      @ericreese7792 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      People have always wanted to leave their mark.

    • @Obeijin
      @Obeijin 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      More like recent trespassers ...

  • @kevinbarrett9615
    @kevinbarrett9615 20 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I love your videos, l live in Toronto Canada but had the opportunity to visit California a number of times as my wife worked for a Orange County company. I love deserts and the topography of Cali. Your videos really make these areas come alive, keep them coming !

  • @manfredolson6889
    @manfredolson6889 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Almost two years ago I was going the Mojave Trail with my ailing father. We decided to hop off the trail to get a room in Baker for the night instead of camping. We could see Baker off in the distance. When we got there we found 4 hotels. All of them long since closed down. It seems we are past the local heydays of the area. Love your vids. !!

  • @donthomson6260
    @donthomson6260 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    My favorite is Roy's in Amboy. We used to stop their on the way to Needles on Route 66 when I was a boy. Last time I was there it was still standing, but that was 20 somewhat years ago.

    • @primefocusphotography
      @primefocusphotography 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

      Not only is it still standing, it's still operating, at least the cafe and gas station parts. It's undergoing a slow preservation/renovation project.

    • @lifewithjosef
      @lifewithjosef 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Roy's has an active Facebook page, it may be worth a peek.

    • @travelingman21000
      @travelingman21000 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@primefocusphotography Stop by Roy's last month. They are installing new underground piping system and the sign lites up at night.

  • @user-tn5xq6fe7x
    @user-tn5xq6fe7x 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Entertaining, relaxing and informative! Great job as usual.

  • @birdman5223
    @birdman5223 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    Beautiful clouds, good stuff MrSteve😎

  • @biinkyreed8013
    @biinkyreed8013 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    We really love and enjoy your videos!!

  • @brucebarnes9638
    @brucebarnes9638 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Seeing the remains of Hill Top Gas reminded me of a road trip in the early 80's. Planing to make it to Vegas almost out of gas, Hill Top was a welcome sight. Stopped there a few times on latter road trips. Thanks for the memories Steve!

  • @Jake-yx7ct
    @Jake-yx7ct 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Im 75 and when a lot younger I traveled that road and thanks for your stopping to read those signs. Keep your travels going Steve.

  • @deetee6339
    @deetee6339 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Love these, my friend. Nice soft kick in the ass to start taking some slower drives and storing some new memories. I appreciate the work you've done on these vids.

  • @spartan8091
    @spartan8091 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The sky in your shots is breath taking.

  • @dezertraider
    @dezertraider 20 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    THANK YOU STEVE,,SAFE TRAVELS..

  • @esteve72
    @esteve72 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Awesome video...going back in time, history lessons and deadpan humor (the cafe owner "re-tired" as showing old tires and the same owner shooting a rat inside the building as normal behavior!) all in one! 👍

  • @timbukh3
    @timbukh3 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Nice tour. I saw a lot in 42 states as a truck driver. I'll see places I missed via YT. Thanks for the trip.

  • @kevincozby
    @kevincozby 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Another great video!

  • @edwardaustin740
    @edwardaustin740 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Another great episode. Thanks Steve.

  • @stephenfuller300
    @stephenfuller300 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Steve, you make your videos interesting by adding the history to them. I've been to a lot of the locations that you visit. It's nice to see the quality videos that you make. Thanks.

  • @carljoseph9170
    @carljoseph9170 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I just love watching those historical places.

  • @ksr1177
    @ksr1177 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Another great video and history lesson. Thanks again.

  • @redgreen4449
    @redgreen4449 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Great work . Always enjoy the content.

  • @Michael-xv4zs
    @Michael-xv4zs 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Really enjoy these videos. Thanks so much for sharing with us!

  • @U_ever
    @U_ever 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Very nicely done. Shades of Huell Howser and "California's Gold"

  • @ramonsmobilemechanic3420
    @ramonsmobilemechanic3420 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Really enjoy what you do !

  • @mssixty3426
    @mssixty3426 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Great video, as always, chock full of interesting history - love your humor "re-tired"😆😆😆

  • @bluebritten
    @bluebritten 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Excellent video, thank you.

  • @theinstructor2687
    @theinstructor2687 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you, Steve, for another interesting and informative video. I always enjoy your content.

  • @conniewojahn6445
    @conniewojahn6445 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Another great video, thank you!

  • @michaelsimonds2632
    @michaelsimonds2632 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Insightful -- Thanks Mr. Adventures.

  • @blanton1624
    @blanton1624 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Good stuff, Steve. Thanks for another excellent video!

  • @warpo007
    @warpo007 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hi Steve. Im from Perth, west Australia. i cant thank you enough for sharing your knowledge and time. I have no intentions of ever traveling to the US. so this is nice to see.

  • @Lucedelsole269
    @Lucedelsole269 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Steve, I really enjoy the stories you present!

  • @timjones3094
    @timjones3094 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Thanks!

  • @viewmastertravels5114
    @viewmastertravels5114 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love it! Makes me want to head back to Vegas and stop at these places 😊

  • @sandyzalecki1145
    @sandyzalecki1145 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video as always.

  • @lawritzmann
    @lawritzmann 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love your stuff, keep up the interesting content.

  • @davidabbott7270
    @davidabbott7270 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you for this history of this area of Nevada

  • @iansutton3176
    @iansutton3176 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hi Steve, another great quality video as always.

  • @sdvc244
    @sdvc244 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Cool and sad stuff Steve, Thanks again, Cheers!

  • @lisak7997
    @lisak7997 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you for sharing 🙂

  • @djpcan77
    @djpcan77 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks I always wanted to see what was in those builders going to Vegas all the time . I just subscribed to you and sent you a super thanks . Awesome video thank you ❤

  • @larryaldrich4351
    @larryaldrich4351 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    An outstanding video. Many are the mysteries of the Mojave.

  • @valeriegoode9762
    @valeriegoode9762 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for sharing.

  • @kplante7881
    @kplante7881 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for sharing…!

  • @roberthevern6169
    @roberthevern6169 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Beware, partially attached metal siding, Steve! Love that you give dates of origin!

    • @SidetrackAdventures
      @SidetrackAdventures  23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Yeah! If it had just banged one time before I went in there I'd have been expecting it, but the wind had to wait.

  • @DapperManDan
    @DapperManDan 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This my new favorite video of this place. Good job, loved hearing the history of it.

  • @jays.4254
    @jays.4254 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You do an excellent job of touring us through all your adventures. Bravado ❤❤❤😊😊😊

  • @bender7565
    @bender7565 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Except for the ditch art all your vids are relaxing and informative. I lived in SD in the 80's and have been to so many of these places but with no internet I didn't know any of the extra stuff. Thanks.

  • @nancyandersen615
    @nancyandersen615 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Another great history lesson!

  • @charlesyell6318
    @charlesyell6318 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I envy you being able to travel around and see places like you visit. I love the west desert . spent time out there at different times. Thanks for doing what you do.

  • @tsmgguy
    @tsmgguy 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    These places have a certain sadness to them, as each represents the end of someone's hopes and dreams.

  • @phillipmurrieta1
    @phillipmurrieta1 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Im enjoying your content! Spent many years in Escondido, then Temecula, and now 14 years in Vegas. Brings back a lot of memories for me!

  • @kmath50
    @kmath50 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I remember traveling this section of US-91 before I-15 was completed. It was the most dreaded part of the trip. Our car didn't have A/C. My father often talked about getting stuck behind slow trucks on the Baker Grade.
    In the the summer of '68, we were traveling through here. Our car overheated on the Baker Grade just south of the summit. There were many other overheated cars as well. After I few minutes, my father got an idea to turn on the heater. We sweltered in the heat, but that cooled the car down enough to get over the summit.
    There was also a wild animal display somewhere along here. Anyone remember that?

  • @tnyalvarez
    @tnyalvarez 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You have the best videos around.

  • @Domane-mh8wg
    @Domane-mh8wg 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I love the Mojave Desert whenever I drive to Vegas. Thanks for making these desert videos!

  • @harleycharley8323
    @harleycharley8323 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So interesting that l had to subscribe! I have yet to explore your videos. I can see they will be unlike most other travel channels

  • @chewey3rd
    @chewey3rd 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Great video!

  • @davidcisco4036
    @davidcisco4036 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Ghost Towns are cool and reminds me of the good old days.
    Graffiti Towns are ugly and reminds me of today.

  • @garthbutton699
    @garthbutton699 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video as usual,I envy you and your travels,THANKS🤗😎🤗😎

  • @glennjudd2467
    @glennjudd2467 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great tour ! Never knew it exists!

  • @deboraharmstrong5851
    @deboraharmstrong5851 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Another interesting tour.

  • @Wherestikijay
    @Wherestikijay 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Dope Video...thank you for showing my work!

  • @user-ht6ew1km9l
    @user-ht6ew1km9l 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Another place I'd like to stop by. I've done a few of those locations, and my wife always asks how did you know about these places? I just smiled smile... Thanks Steve!

  • @johnallred716
    @johnallred716 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Nice program, Beautiful day in the desert, especially with those clouds in the Hilltop Mart segment.

  • @davidb7699
    @davidb7699 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Another GREAT POST SA,,,watching every one of them,,,it’s cool that yr taking us along with you on these Fabulous adventures

  • @heyoldman2003
    @heyoldman2003 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    once again thank you Steve . seeing what appears to be warm n dry is such a welcome site for a northwesterner. it’s gray n wet again today . oh how i wish… but your adventures are always welcome 😊take care n stay safe 😎

  • @travelingman21000
    @travelingman21000 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Thank you for another great adventure, I did checking out a couple of mapping program I've and it looks like Halloran Springs is on public land.

  • @TravelwithaWiseguy
    @TravelwithaWiseguy 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Awesome video! Fascinating area to learn about!

    • @SidetrackAdventures
      @SidetrackAdventures  23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yeah, it's always surprising just how much stuff is out there in the desert.

  • @stanleybridge
    @stanleybridge 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks Steve!

  • @davidrich4758
    @davidrich4758 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    13,557 views in 6 hours. Damn Steve, keep it up.

  • @HardwayRanch
    @HardwayRanch 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I enjoyed the detailed exploration with the video camera at the garages, thanks.

  • @michaelmccleary4665
    @michaelmccleary4665 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for all the history you share, I folder it as history. My adopted granddaughter Maria has told me she and her father have used your shares to go on their own adventures, so again thank you, and God Bless you and yours.

    • @michaelmccleary4665
      @michaelmccleary4665 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I lived near hwy 20 up north, and it had many changes over the years, but I would scrounge the decommissioned turnouts for whatever I could find, log cabin cans, phones, glass etc...

    • @SidetrackAdventures
      @SidetrackAdventures  23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks. I hope they are having fun.