Climbing Angel's Landing in a Snowstorm
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 ก.ย. 2024
- Climbing Angel's Landing in a Snowstorm
After the permit system was implemented, I figured I would never get to do this hike again. So when we won the next day lottery, we went. Even though it was snowing. To be perfectly honest, it wasn't that bad with microspikes. I WOULD NOT recommend hiking this in snow or ice without them. We made an agreement that if anyone felt uncomfortable at any point, we would turn around. Unfortunately, Tina never got the chance to see if she would do it or not after she woke up around 5:30 AM sick with food poisoning. So she decided to stay at the hotel while Clint and I climbed it. I had one brief moment where I second guessed myself, but got over it quickly and continued on. The hike is always amazing, but under these conditions, it was truly a once in a lifetime experience.
Music by Artlist:
Kinderszenen, Op. 15 - 1 Von fremden Landern und Menschen - Hawkins
Ben Macdui - Daniel Robinson
Bachs Cello Suite - Reimagined - Ardie Son
Devotion - Tiko Tiko
Motions - Caleb Etheridge
Someplace Else - Adi Goldstein
Passing Hours - Juniper Sands
Years - The Hunts
I never knew i was afraid of heights until i watched this video. Unbelievable and breathtakingly beautiful. Y'all are nuts!! Kudos!
A choice to be there. You mind body and spirit better be one. What is the sound of a hiker falling when there is no person around? Tragic
It's fine when it's dry. I would not do it on snow and ice.
Australian here, I've become addicted to watching these hikes to Angel's Landing in all weather conditions since I found out it existed. What a stunning Winter Wonderland and what an amazing place. I watched a video of 4 teenagers perilously do the hike in icy conditions, without gloves or proper footwear. I had anxiety on their behalf. I was pleased you both had proper attire and sighed with relief when I saw those micro spikes get put on your shoes. Your video was so magical, I just loved it.
I've done this under normal conditions and have to say we didn't feel this was dangerous. There was a second (where I ask my buddy if he's OK) where just looking at it got in my head, but that was it. If we'd felt it was dangerous, we'd have turned around. It was peaceful, and calm and beautiful and just amazing. To this day, one of my favorite moments. That said, I would not do it without microspikes and/or I would not want to be the first person up breaking trail in these conditions.
I honestly cannot think of any other more terrifying hike than this...really nerve wracking stuff!
I cannot imagine doing Angels Landing in snow and ice !!! Granted the crowds were much smaller, I did it in July for my 65th birthday, hundreds of hikers sharing the chains up and down, one and done for me. Great job and excellent video
I walked up to this june 2022 and turned right around lol. I'm good bih
y did u turn back around?
So.Much.Anxiety. just from watching this video! Wow!
Started half watching this on my iPad. Stopped. Rewind. Put it on the giant tv in living room and invited my wife to watch it with me. Watched it with full attention. Vicariously climbed it with you. Fantastic footage! Thanks so much for sharing your hike with my wife and me!
thank you for using "me" as a direct object.
How nice of you to invite her & of her to accept. I wish my partner would watch these mountain/hiking videos with me. I'm a nature girl he's a comic book guy. What can you do?! He does get out into the great outdoors with me from time to time, though. So there is that. 🎉
In the summer of 1965, when I was ten, my sister and I went up the switch backs on horseback on a guided tour. She cried going up because she new how scary it would be going down; I cried going down because it was scary. Horses hung over the edge and their hooves slipped alone the narrow switchbacks. My horse was brown and his name was Bob. Thank you for this amazing tour in the winter. It resonated with me when you said that going down was harder. Beautiful footage and music. 🙏
Just beautiful but my anxiety level was at a 1000!!! Felt like I was watching free solo 😵💫 glad you guys are safe!
yes. awesome video and really glad they are safe. looks kinda dangerous.
Wow, that's incredible, gorgeous! Kudos to you and all who hiked that day. I would never do it, even in dry weather.
Zion is absolutely incredible. My favorite National Park. Feels so godly.
I've been tons of time but never in the snow. Such beautiful content man.
It's even more magic in the snow.
This was BREATHTAKING, TERRIFYING, STUNNING, NAIL BITING, INSPIRING, HEART STOPPING, GORGEOUS, BEAUTIFUL, JAW DROPPING, AGONIZING, ASTONISHING, STRESSFUL & a million other emotions all at once!!! WOW!!! Thank you for sharing this video! I've never yelled at my phone so much while watching a video... wanting to turn it off, yet unable to look away!
Sounds a lot like I felt hiking it.
This is the best Angel's Landing video on the web. I actually had that same sinking feeling in the pit of my stomach that I had when I was on the trail. As a photographer who lived in Arizona for years, I can't wait to pour through the rest of your videos. Liked and subscribed!
Breathtaking!!! And terrifying! Thanks for sharing. FYI.. I'm the person who interrupted you on the trail Sunday morning to say hi and enjoy your work.
Nice meeting you! The Supes were definitely a change from this trip.
Icing on the cake!
Absolutely gorgeous and really well done. Many thanks...
Stunningly beautiful scenery with the snow and low clouds. Superb videography! But jeez, Jerry, you are a risk-taker, hiking Angel’s Landing in those conditions, despite wearing microspikes.
It really wasn't that bad with the spikes. Would not have done it without them.
I just for Angels Landing for the first time this month and it was one of the toughest mental things I had to do.
Amazing you all did this. Almost makes me consider it someday
Climbing Angles Landing in the summer is epic, climbing it during a snowstorm…nuts. What a great video.
Dude, one of the most epic winter hiking videos I've seen! I've done that hike in warm weather; can't imagine being on slick snow next to 1000+ feet drops. I'm super excited I discovered your channel! I love hiking in a lot of the areas you've mentioned in your videos and even given me some ideas for future adventures. Thanks for producing such amazing content Jerry!
You're welcome. These conditions were special, for sure. Probably never experience it like this again in my lifetime.
@@JerryArizonawhat do you mean? Texture of the snow? It snows there every year.
You guys are nuts. Glad you made it down. 😁
This video made my whole week. Sometimes people are just lousy, and this video showed me that the world is beautiful and worth breathing for. Maybe I'll do this with my little brother one day. 🤍💖❤🧡💛💚💙💜🖤
Yeah. Clint's a maniac! Glad y'all made it down... the right way. Thanks for taking me along because I will NEVER do this. Ever.
I cannot comprehend why anyone would want to do this any time of year. Never. Never.
Mind blowing is an understatement! I kept holding my breath watching you guys go up that insane trail. I thought it was heart stopping in the Summer. Never thought anyone would even try it in the snow. Looks like there was a crowd there so other people braved the weather too. So glad you didn't spread your wings and fly off the tower like a few people have. Stay safe out there!
It wasn't bad with microspikes. Plenty of people turned around at the chain section. Gotta stick with your comfort zone.
@@JerryArizona I have Kahtoolas too but I think I would pass in a snowstorm. I would like to try it on a better day though! Thanks for sharing your awesome adventures!
Beautiful video of your climb. Love the music, it’s perfect.
Thank you for posting this amazingly stunning video. So we’ll done! I was in Zion once, for part of a day, after a snowstorm, and it was just beautiful. I could never do this hike, and honestly don’t know how anyone is able to walk on narrow ledges, let alone with snowy conditions m! I’m very grateful that I was able experience Angel’s Landing, vicariously😊
Wow! That is truly beautiful! I did this with a friend for the first time in September, but seeing it in the snow is like seeing Narnia for the first time! Amazing filming quality! Thanks so much!
Here is a little verse we thought of on Angels Landing at the time: Luke 13:24 “Strive to enter through the narrow door; for many, I tell you, will seek to enter and will not be able.
No way would I even try that trail ,even on a good day. being that I'm 70 and my fear of heights would be extreme on that trail. It made me nervous just watching it but you certainly can't deny it was beautiful.
70 isn't old. I ski with 80 yo's. It's not that hard when dry. Go for it. Ironically, all your driving to wander around is far more risky.
This was AWESOME! What a beautiful persepective of one the most beautiful hikes in the country.
It's amazing on a normal day. Absolutely unreal in these conditions.
Outstanding video in every way. Cinematography, editing, music, narration, humor, thrilling entertainment. The condor sighting was moving and spiritual. Very cool. How many times have you done Angel's Landing? I've done 4, and after watching this, I know the 5th won't be in the snow. Scary. I hope you know how much we appreciate your videos and what it takes for you to create your content. Best to Tina.
This was #2 for AL for me. The snow was incredible. It wasn't really bad with microspikes.
I've done this hike twice but never in the snow - even more stunning!!! WOW! Thanks for sharing.
I've hiked it before. Amazing hike. But in these conditions, it was a once in a lifetime hike. I felt so lucky to be there in the right place at the right time.
Incredibly beautiful footage. Great job & glad everyone finished this safely 🙏👍
I finished the chains section of Angel's Landing in July 2017 with my heart pounding. It's lunacy to risk it under these conditions, but I admit that I'd love to experience the stunning and otherworldly beauty you captured in this video. Thanks for the trip and glad you made it safely.
We made an agreement that if anyone got uncomfortable at any point, we'd turn around. I had a second where it got in my head, but it passed quickly. It was actually not bad at all with microspikes. Definitely wouldn't have done it in these conditions without them.
This is absolutely the best Angels Landing video on TH-cam. Amazing.
Thanks! It was an absolutely unforgettable experience in these conditions. And surprisingly not as dangerous as everyone thinks with microspikes. I would not have wanted to be first one up breaking trail in the snow though.
I have to say, beyond the climb itself, this was remarkably well filmed and produced. As good as any adventure documentary! 👏
Stunningly beautiful Zion in the snow. I've hiked Angel's Landing 3 times (never in the snow) & can totally appreciate the effort you two gave to get this one. Great video! Condor was the icing on the cake!!
Insanely enough, the condor was at the exact spot Tina and I saw one on our last trip to Angel's Landing.
I've probably commented on 8 youtube videos in the last 10+years. I have never seen a better "capture" of what that trail is really like. Well done gents. Thank you.
Much appreciated! The scenery definitely helped out a ton.
Magical. Great camera work and variety of angles.
Best time to go is at night, pitch black, headlamps and the brain won't spook you out because you cannot see the bottom. You are just focused on the terrain in front of you.
An incredible hike...I literally had sweat palms watching parts of this. Great video!
Please take care of yourself, I enjoy your videos.We visited a lot of these same areas when we were younger, but never took the hikes and climbs you take. this one was beauitiful but scary.
Honestly not as bad as I expected. I'm learning more and more when to turn around. I bailed right near my goal on two recent trips because the risk wasn't worth it. With spikes this was not as bad as I thought it would be. Of course, that's all relative, I suppose.
This is beautiful. Hiked it for the first time last October, you make hiking it in a snowstorm look easy!!
Such a beautiful place Jerry, and even more so in those conditions. Thanks for taking us along for the ride. Cheers...
Gorgeous scenery and great editing! People that don’t film and or have a TH-cam Channel aren’t familiar with how much work goes into producing high quality videos! Well done! Definitely some scary moments, especially with how slick the paths must have been factoring in the snow fall.
I usually hate music inserted into nature type videos, but yours was relaxing and non-intrusive. Thanks for the upload.
Another epic trip, your videography has gone to the next step. The eagle flying in the mist was surreal. But climbing that thing, even in chains .... nope - nada - not happening - no No NO! Glad you enjoyed it and took us along. Definitely miss you getting flipped off about ten times.
Absolutely spectacular! Is what I'd call it. Bummer about Tina not being able to make it but so glad you did the hike anyways. We have hiked and backpacked the trail up to the West Rim numerous times. Angel's Landing at least 5 times--pre-permit. Done it in a rainstorm, but not the snow! That's a once in a lifetime experience, for sure. Great vid. Good to see Clint again. Nice to see him guest appear occasionally.
I’ve been wanting to do the West Rim trail so bad…that’s another one on my list! I’m thankful Jerry invited me out…I’ll be back again in March!
Wow, it looks like a completely different experience in the snow! Beautiful photography, very well done!!
pure bliss, the beauty the earth provides, the wonderes... that man can walk upon. Thank you for the breathtaking visuals that I would not have sween without this
nice capturing the whole up and down the angel's landing! was there around mid december 2022 and it was absolutely amazing experience with all the snows!
This is easily one of my favorite hikes I’ve ever done, looks beautiful in the snow!
It's an incredible hike in normal conditions. Really, really special in conditions like these. So glad we were lucky enough to have this experience. I know a lot of people think we were crazy, but in the moment, it was nothing but amazing.
YOU GUYS ARE NUTS !!! I thought you would be the only ones there but there was some other crazy people to. So glad you did though , the views just amazing . Was just there in september
and its so neat seeing it again . What amazing scenery with the snow fall. Thank you so much.
I've done this hike in good conditions...I would have had a death grip on that chain for sure in the snow. Another great vid my dood.
Look so beautiful. Thanks for sharing ❤
Thank you so much for the beautiful video. Now I can cross “watch someone hike Angel’s Landing in the snow” off my bucket list. Wish I was braver.
Always smart to stick to your comfort zone. I turn around more often than I'd like.
Wow! That was awesome you guys! Zion is so beautiful in the winter and you did amazing video documenting this hike for us to see, especially in the winter. Thanks a bunch!
Stunning. Breathtaking scenery- so ethereal . I could never do the Angels landing hike, even in perfect weather, but I am beyond excited to be going in April for some hiking at ground level. Your editing was amazing too.
Check out the Canyon Overlook Trail. Great views, but much tamer.
Jerry amazing video that was focking insane Zion is and amazing place anytime. angles landing is still on my list the last time I tried the rangers turn us around because of the winds was bummed. Sorry that Tina was not feeling well. Stay safe.
This was Clint's 5th attempt to get up there. Couldn't make it before for a variety of reasons. Hopefully you'll have better luck in the future. It's a great hike.
Beautiful! So glad to hear at the end that the one spot is "sketchy as hell". On a very similar day this year, I bailed after that spot. Had no idea of what worse might be ahead, because I hadn't seen a video like yours. Thanks for putting it out there.
Excellent cinematography, makes me want to go back to angels landing again. Thank you for making this.
The last mile of this hike is quite risky and challenging for most people, even on a clear weather day. Walking on a snow-covered narrow path (one does not always know what one is stepping on) amid cold weather and holding the camera with one hand, you pushed your luck, and I am glad you survived. I hope your video does not encourage or motivate incapable or inadequately trained people to take such risks. Regardless, these are amazing views, and kudos to the indomitable human spirit.
Honestly, wasn't bad as long as you had microspikes and weren't the first person up. It would be really unnerving to break the trail because you would have no idea what you were stepping on. And it would have been extremely slick without spikes. But if you were prepared, it was one of the most amazing moments in hiking that I've experienced to date. Some people (not saying you) said this was stupid or reckless but we were there and didn't feel that. It was just beautiful.
Mother Nature always wins !
Ahhh so that’s what the top looks like, eh? Awesome video man.
You may get there someday.....I recommend going with someone who knows how to plan.
@@JerryArizona send me Clint’s phone number… 😂
The gaps in the chains freak me out totally then add the ice and snow to the equation. For me, X=no. 🙂 Glad you guys got to do it, and glad you made it safely. Loved the video, as always.
WOOOO!! Truly spectacular video! Breathtaking, thrilling and heart racing a few times there. Thanks for sharing I had to share this with my son he's quite the adventure guy especially in the snow!!
Hey Jerry, this hike is scary enough without the snow! Props to you and your buddy for braving it in the snow. I just wish the park would keep the entire chained portion chained! The sketchiest parts for me were actually the parts without the chains.
Wow!! I’m afraid of heights so this would be a good time for me to go because I couldn’t see the bottom. But I’m also afraid of slipping on ice, so it would be a bad time for me to go.
Thanks to you brave souls, however, neither is an issue because you’ve taken me up there and I’ll have this video forever. Thanks for posting!!
We did this about 10 years or so ago without snow and the hike was scary enough! The snow looked amazing and you definitely got a view not many get to see. Great video.
Welcome to the USA. In most other countries a trail like that would be off limits in this kind of weather. For a good reason.
Holy cow. I hiked Angel's Landing about 30 years ago and it was awesome...I can't imagine doing that hike in the snow. Outstanding job. Hopefully my butt unpuckers soon.
so beautiful it made me tear up
This was a special hike. These conditions made it a once in a lifetime experience. Strange to actually realize that in the moment. In the best possible way. Love Zion on a bad day, but in a complete white out like this? Mind blowing.
Me too.
Insanely beautiful! Thank you for sharing it.
Zion is my #1 favorite park. Did AL last February with ice but no snow. The microspikes were amazingly effective. I was shocked how well they worked. Thanks for such a good video. I can almost pretend I'm on AL even when I'm in the daily life of this insane world. It's like meditation watching tranquility. God's work on display. Wow... you walked the miles and miles to get to the Grotto. I rented an e-bike cause I'm more lazy.
Zion is amazing in the snow Definitely want microspikes for something like this.
Thanks for sharing! Amazing vibes.
It is very beautiful, but also really scary! I felt my heart accelerating just watching this video! Wow! Thank you for these wonderful images.
You guys have more guts than I ever will - thanks for a stellar video!!!!
That is stunningly beautiful. Makes me think it is possible to love winter one day.
pretty sure AZ holds up in the winter, too.
I love winter always have
Wow, that was epic! You captured some amazing beautiful video of it in the snow. I felt scared just watching it on my big screen from my couch. 👏👏👏
Well done. I've seen many Angel's Landing videos, and this one consists of the coolest conditions!
Remembered our hike there years back. Nothing like it. It was amazing and frightening at the same time. The snow adds a magical level though. Thanks for sharing.
This was incredible! The views at the top were stunning with all the snow and fog 😍 Props to you guys for braving this hike! Im so scared of heights, but I enjoyed watching this. And poor Tina not feeling well. Being sick on a trip sucks extra.
i did it in great sunny weather and i was scared. This is nuts, but kudos to you and your bravery.
0:25 This is probably one of the prettiest views of Zion that I've ever seen! You always capture the cinematography so well!
This has become the new Mount Everest. Pretty soon there will be guides and sherpas charging thousands of dollars to carry peoples water bottles.
I'm actually glad they started a permit process for the chain section. The crowds were the most dangerous part, even versus hiking it in a snowstorm.
Wow! The wintry scenery is spectacular! Excellent editing, cinematography and music.
Love it! I've hiked Angel's landing trail many times. But never in winter...with snow.
I was there last week. It's so beautiful up there! Indescribable feeling. I'm surprised there's traffic going up there even in the wintertime!
Awesome video, Jerry. Thank you for sharing. 😎👍
WTF! You guys are an animal. I can't handle that fear of heights. Beautiful views in the snowfall. Hope Tina is all well. Sorry you missed your Mex stop on way home, I assume.
She's fine. It was like a 24 hour bug. We did miss the Mexican food on the way home, but we'll get some soon, I'm sure.
You all are crazy! Can't say it's for the view since you can't see anything thru all the fog. I can only imagine what Tina would say!
Tina was bummed she couldn't make it. But then again, she was nervous when we hiked it a while back and it was dry. So maybe a good thing.
12:20 Very few people get to see those magnificent birds. There are only around 600 California condors on this planet.
Saw one at the exact same spot (only it was just perched there) a few years ago.
My second favorite hike of all times. I love the music and the slow pans. What a gorgeous day.. Thanks for posting.
Thanks. Gotta ask though. What's your favorite hike?
@@JerryArizona Half Dome!
Not the wisest choice
This is probably one of the best videos you've ever made Jerry.
takes most dangerous hike and cranks it up x10. Glad you made it safely. Angels landing is so beautiful with the snow.
Thanks to all your beautiful videos I finally went there to Angel’s landing in October and it was beautiful. After watching this video it’s even more beautiful in the winter but wow so much more sketchy at the chain part in the snow. Awesome video like always, Thanks for your videos.
Looks equally beautiful and perilous.
It was incredible in the snow. And personally I didn’t think it was dangerous. Got in my head for a second at the beginning, but with lower crowds and micro spikes, it wasn’t bad.
No part of that was ‘like a sidewalk’ 😂 Stunning 🤩
Honestly? Some of my favorite hikes in Zion have been in the Winter. Kudos for the climb! :)
A question from Germany from an old man: Must I do erverything in my life? My answer is: No, when it is too hot or too cold or too dangerous, let it do other people, not me! Okay, the video is wonderful to look sitting on my sofa!
This was a special place under special conditions. I love this trail despite not really enjoying crowds. Under these conditions, I consider it a once in a lifetime hike. Absolutely amazing.
Absolutely stunning. Thank you for this video. I will never be able to climb that, so you allowed me to experience it! ❤️