A Very Real Adventure - Grand Enchantment Trail Thru Hike 2

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  • The Grand Enchantment Trail continues to show its teeth! Given that this isn't an official trail, instead just a line on a map connecting a lot of old forgotten trails, I am constantly finding myself bushwhacking or getting minorly lost. Trail just doesn't exist in many places anymore. My favorite times however have been following these canyons! Big towering walls by my side, and hard to get lost when you can only go forward or back. That said you gotta eventually get out of the canyon, and that can at times be tricky, and I often miss the turn. I came to this trail to try and learn. Learn more about the states of Arizona and New Mexico, but also to learn about myself, and backpacking. I want to be a better thru hiker, and this type of a challenge feels ripe with possibility for something like that. I want to expand my horizons as a thru hiker, so here I am.
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    The town of Morenci was great, the town of Safford was not so great. It was really cool to see the Morenci mine, but not so cool that the trail was destroyed in one area by a different mine(it seems.) The canyons are beautiful, but getting from one canyon to another can be quite hard! It was actually quite funny to think about how popular a place like Aravaipa Canyon is, and then you have this equally amazing Eagle Creek Canyon where I saw nobody. Followed by many other amazing canyons where I saw nobody. Hidden gems through Arizona backcountry for sure, and real adventure to be found hiking across the desert.
    This hike reminds me of my time on the International Trail, where over the course of the 800 miles I only saw 4 other hikers. It was a young trail, and thus navigation was still difficult, and at times you really felt alone out there. I think combining hikes like that, my time on the Arizona Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Pacific Northwest Trail have prepared me for something like this. Even my hike of the Uinta Highline Trail in Utah, all these skills and lessons culminating in being able to do a hike like this.
    I am now about 350 miles into this hike, and am leaving Arizona and crossing the border into New Mexico! I have no idea what it will be like, but if it's anything like AZ I am sure I will love it. Though looking at the maps, it seems like my route is about to take a turn to some much higher elevations.
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  • @JupiterHikes
    @JupiterHikes  ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Thank you for watching!! If you'd like more info about this hike I wrote a big blog with all sorts of stats and photos from it jupiterhikes.com/2023/05/22/grand-enchantment-trail-thru-hike-recap-2023/

    • @christopherch7307
      @christopherch7307 ปีที่แล้ว

      Brett set things in happy motion

    • @raktoda707
      @raktoda707 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gorgeous video! Powerful editing... something for everyone...and...
      ,,. a ride in an old school pickup truck bed... nothing like it

  • @JustinOutdoors
    @JustinOutdoors ปีที่แล้ว +7

    My favorite thru-hike series in awhile. I love how you're filming this trip.

  • @joshwynette614
    @joshwynette614 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Jupiter, as a young male who dreams of one day thru hiking the PCT, ur a role model to me. The way u carry yourself and the sacrifices u make in these trips is very inspiring to see. Thank u for all the help you’ve given me in preparation to become a backpacker and taking us along on these trips!

    • @peterk4280
      @peterk4280 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hey dude! also a teen who wants to hike the triple crown! maybe i’ll see u out there one day!

    • @joshwynette614
      @joshwynette614 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@peterk4280 sounds good brother, best of luck in that, I’m not so sure I’d be able to get the triple crown under my belt in my life but I love that goal

  • @iamthomasgreenman
    @iamthomasgreenman ปีที่แล้ว +13

    “Or, just me trying to quantify things that don’t actually exist.”
    Felt that one man.

    • @nomadicstrength
      @nomadicstrength ปีที่แล้ว

      yeah the way he said it too all by himself.

  • @natefoster5454
    @natefoster5454 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Everytime he does a walking shot, i just imagine him setting down the camera, rolling it, walk forward, walk back, stop the rolling, then walk forward again.

  • @Brandonreisinger
    @Brandonreisinger ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hey Jupiter!
    Now that you’re using a stove for cooking, what’s been your favorite meal to have?

  • @jb5-pct
    @jb5-pct ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Your drive, your movement, your attitude... what an inspiration! For those of us who dream of what we want to be... you are! Thank you! Thank you for sharing your journeys... they impact far beyond what you might imagine.

  • @KevinSmith-wr1sy
    @KevinSmith-wr1sy ปีที่แล้ว

    The scenery on this voyage is absolutely stunning Jupiter.

  • @AMCD18
    @AMCD18 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your insightful comments. Love your gentle demeanor. 🥾🥾🥾🥾🙏🏻

  • @blackibex
    @blackibex ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Those are your best videos, yet. Music, footage, commentary, all great. Really enjoying this. Happy trails!

  • @Cindyscrossstitch
    @Cindyscrossstitch ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your footage and commentary is calming. Glad you are feeling like it is a challenge for you.👣🌻

  • @quirkykindalife2948
    @quirkykindalife2948 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You look really happy hiking this trail. Thanks for sharing your experience with us.

  • @lesliew4026
    @lesliew4026 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I so relate to your cow comment. Those big horns and they are so stubborn, not wanting to move out of the way or coming towards you. Scariest time was once at 8pm, in the dark, I encountered one with long horns and super tall, possibly a bull, blocking a gate outside of Mount Wrightson wilderness area (on the long road walk). The only options I had was a rocky unscalable wall to my one side, a drop off on the other with lots of unknown branches, trees, scrub and rocks or going straight ahead on the road to the gate. We did the side shuffle, side-eye dance for 20 minutes before I we switched places and I got to and through that gate. Damn cows!

  • @teresabee3837
    @teresabee3837 ปีที่แล้ว

    Way to keep these historic trails alive!!!

  • @nowlater2691
    @nowlater2691 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So cool that you are out there. I love watching what you going through. Keep it up and stay strong. Good vibes from Apache Country, Cibecue, AZ...Dishchiibikoh N'dee!!!

  • @jeffreycarman2185
    @jeffreycarman2185 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a trail! Thanks for sharing!

  • @peterjohnson6273
    @peterjohnson6273 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's your attitude, your perspective, you're happiness with whatever comes along, that makes you stand out, Jupiter.

  • @beezer946
    @beezer946 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's really cool seeing your spirits come back up after how hard this hike started! also, even growing up around cows, I feel like a bit of healthy respect never hurt. great stuff as always

  • @adrianherth9497
    @adrianherth9497 ปีที่แล้ว

    Not reading ahead reminds me of the very same mistake I did when I hiked the Pyrenees high route, which ended in a very dangerous situation after a few days. From there on I made sure to read at least a day ahead and then reread the upcoming little section as I finished one. Not only did it help me to be safe (at least most of the time :D), it also helped me with the navigation when it got tricky, since the gpx track was not always obvious.
    Great video, very nice to be able to follow along :)

  • @jodigreanead7315
    @jodigreanead7315 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely love that you do the untold trails. Your creativity is inspiring! 😎

  • @memathews
    @memathews ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats on reaching New Mexico! Once again, you've created an incredible experience on a wonderful hike. Thanks 👍

  • @rgcrockett
    @rgcrockett ปีที่แล้ว

    I have watched and liked many, many of your videos without making a single comment. I am shy that way, I guess. But since this one was so recently posted, I thought I'd say hello. (Hello!)
    Much enjoy your wisdom an gentle manner. I have learned much. Even trying going stoveless on my next local two-nighter in a few days. Have some rice and beans soaking right now, in fact, as a recipe test.

    • @JupiterHikes
      @JupiterHikes  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello! I hope you like the rice and beans 🙂

    • @rgcrockett
      @rgcrockett ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JupiterHikes Been having that every day. Living on the same food I'm taking hiking. I learned that if I cook the beans myself and sun dry them, I need to allow 8 hours to rehydrate them!
      I'm not a vegan. I like a bit of jerky in the mix, but I did think Fritos was genius, so thanks!

  • @Dan__S
    @Dan__S ปีที่แล้ว

    I really appreciate these videos. I live in Albuquerque and found out about this trail last year, and went on a few short day hikes in the Sandias just for fun.
    Having driven between here and the Phoenix area many times, I was amazed there were any trails between here and there. Although the cdt and the trails through the Sandias are well developed, there's some serious wilderness between here and there, so seeing you do this helps a lot. Thanks again for your videos!

  • @melindaholme5414
    @melindaholme5414 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic, thanks so much for taking us along!

  • @ifonlyseethrumyeyes8957
    @ifonlyseethrumyeyes8957 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful video Jupiter 💘. Thank you 🙏

  • @trailrunner27
    @trailrunner27 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing! Your grit is admirable.

  • @AD-fn7qf
    @AD-fn7qf ปีที่แล้ว

    Good luck!

  • @Greghikes1
    @Greghikes1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great bushwacking training for your GDT later this summer! Good luck! 😄

  • @debsmith7050
    @debsmith7050 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am glad you have so much experience ❤ WOW!!! What a trail

  • @nomadicstrength
    @nomadicstrength ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations on hitting NM bud

  • @dragonflynh1
    @dragonflynh1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Truly breathtaking.

  • @ruthconner4923
    @ruthconner4923 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoying your journey, ty for sharing❣️

  • @lynnnorthrup8914
    @lynnnorthrup8914 ปีที่แล้ว

    A really good video that was a pleasure to watch. Just the right length!😀👍

  • @jimbo6993
    @jimbo6993 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don’t like cows either. I’ve had them come around my tent at 2 in the morning. It scared the crap out of me! You feel more vulnerable when you’re laying on the ground with those monsters around.

  • @ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING
    @ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Crossing into New Mexico. Beautiful topography. Crow

  • @keithstewart2639
    @keithstewart2639 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos are awesome, the views are great, the music, all most of all your comments. You would different be alone on that hike. Thanks

  • @Iggylux
    @Iggylux ปีที่แล้ว

    Keep going. Must be hard but also beautiful. I think this trail dus something with you.. No??

  • @JohnHikes
    @JohnHikes ปีที่แล้ว

    What a scary, remote yet beautiful trail!

  • @JaredHikes
    @JaredHikes ปีที่แล้ว

    Just watched Mike Rowe (dirty jobs guy) on his TH-cam channel working with the bull riders...its totally worth the watch. Keep on trekkin' 🤠🖖

  • @christopherch7307
    @christopherch7307 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hot beans and rice..... whaaaat 😄

  • @tracykooken2606
    @tracykooken2606 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    would like for u 2 show the map checking proceedure !!!!!

  • @christopherch7307
    @christopherch7307 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    👍🐿👍love the content

  • @rickweiss20
    @rickweiss20 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job J

  • @nickel0eye
    @nickel0eye ปีที่แล้ว

    really enjoying these GET videos, kinda have an early john z vibe... not to compare too much though, very cool

  • @RachelArchelaus
    @RachelArchelaus ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks!

  • @1717jbs
    @1717jbs ปีที่แล้ว

    Good Stuff. Thanks.

  • @poetac15
    @poetac15 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good stuff

  • @MikeWD9JJV
    @MikeWD9JJV ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome!

  • @timshel011
    @timshel011 ปีที่แล้ว

    Come visit us in Albuquerque...😁

  • @alexmarchica5264
    @alexmarchica5264 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it

  • @nicolasdecroix3374
    @nicolasdecroix3374 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey! What do you think about doing it in October - December ? Is it possible ? thx ;)

  • @andyveres3982
    @andyveres3982 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yeah boyyyyyy

  • @JasonLumactod23
    @JasonLumactod23 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What’s the name of the river you had to cross multiple times in this video?

    • @JSees
      @JSees ปีที่แล้ว

      Probably the Gila

    • @leahgreene5880
      @leahgreene5880 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Eagle Creek, Diamond Creek, and the West Fork Gila would all be covered in this video section and involve 50+ fords along the GET. I believe it was Eagle Creek in this video

  • @ashj_2088
    @ashj_2088 ปีที่แล้ว

    You can never eat to much garbage in town mate🇦🇺🤠

  • @filipg9950
    @filipg9950 ปีที่แล้ว

    Difficult, extreme trail..

  • @heartattackhiker3527
    @heartattackhiker3527 ปีที่แล้ว

    They wouldn't let us through there last year and we had to follow the stupid road

  • @allencrider
    @allencrider ปีที่แล้ว

    Yeeah, what about water?

  • @swirlytwirl1089
    @swirlytwirl1089 ปีที่แล้ว

    'He', the cow, is a 'she' ... can you see the udder?😊

  • @peterbedford2610
    @peterbedford2610 ปีที่แล้ว

    Land of entrapment

  • @davef5916
    @davef5916 ปีที่แล้ว

    cows are scary

  • @sanfransimo
    @sanfransimo ปีที่แล้ว

    Dare you to say "New Mexico" without saying "New Mexicoooooooo"

  • @JSees
    @JSees ปีที่แล้ว

    You could wear pants, ya know? If you wave something and make noise in front of a cow they will clatter away.

  • @JSees
    @JSees ปีที่แล้ว

    That's a gap gate