Arches of Rattlesnake Canyon | Epic Adventure, No Crowds! | Grand Junction, CO [4K UHD]

An absolutely big-time adventure in search of the Arches of Rattlesnake Canyon, comprised of biking, hiking, some dicey Class 4+ climbing to the impressive culmination of our journey!
DISCLAIMER: The Expedition(s) documented on this channel are for entertainment purposes only, NOT FOR Explicit Instruction or Route Execution. I have had MANY NEAR DEATH experiences and a couple serious accidents over 30 years of Backcountry adventures, the RISKS are very REAL. I do not recommend or encourage attempting the routes or strategies shown in these videos, and assume no personal responsibility if you choose to do a similar outing. As always, hike, bike and climb at your own risk. Know Your LIMITS and stay within them if you expect to avoid any accidents. even then. . .

[@toughenupfluffy7294]

Fun fact: Rattlesnake Arches is the most densely packed section of arches found anywhere in the world, including Arches National Park, UT.

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

Cool factoid, thanks, Karl 👍

[@rongibson6281]

As always Karl, a great video. I enjoy arm chair climbing now just watching you.

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

Hey Ron , we're all getting older, your's truly included LOL! Thanks 👍, Karl

[@reedlally8747]

It was nice to meet you that day Karl! And thanks for the shout out to us “couple cool friends from Wisconsin!” We’ve been checking in regularly waiting for the video! Take care Karl!!

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

Yes back at you! Appreciate you checking it out ☺️

[@ExploringGodsCreation]

Looking forward to this one!

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

Hope you liked it!

[@ExploringGodsCreation]

@KarlDeckerPresents Always great adventures with you, thanks again 👍

[@home3000]

Glad you gave warning on the scramble up the first/last arch. That can be a challenge mentality for many. Also good shoes vs cheap shoes make a gigantic difference going up. Love your videos and welcome to GJ.

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

Thanks for pointing that out. That class 4 section is dicey, especially if sandy. Good shoes, as you said are critical! Thanks again 👍, Karl

[@drone_boss]

I always enjoy CO outdoors.

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

Amen Brother! Thanks again 👍

[@diana.goes.hiking3276]

Thank you! Had no idea about this one! Heading out to do this one now!! Awesome!

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

Cool deal, have fun and be safe!! Amazing area!

[@williamhyde5676]

You should add something about why it's called Rattlesnake Canyon--the rattlesnake pictograph at the canyon outlet to the Colorado River. It's a short OK hike from the arches down to the pictograph and the river, then a nice short float out to a landing and your car.

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

Right in my backyard too! I'm going to check into that for a possible late fall adventure... thanks for the info

[@mountainflyhigh]

Rode my SurRon out there in May, then did the arches hike - saw 2 people all day.

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

Very cool! Not surprised you didn't see any more humans than that...it's a long long hike with no wheels.

[@chadminett2642]

Very nice , makes me want to check it out ... great editing, nice job

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

Thanks again 👍👍!

[@PilotEJ401]

WOW, good show mate!

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

Pretty amazing huh?! 👍👍

[@rm7718]

amazing Karl, like always, I wish I can join you sometime to teach me some of the climbing techniques...

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

Hey appreciate it!

[@mruss2746]

Hello. I love your videos! Great camera work. I would love to know your go to for shoes. Especially on the 14ers. A gear video would be great if you don't already have one

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

Hey thanks! I put out a gear guide a while back. Check it out.

[@DaMoose13]

Do NOT let your dog off a leash. I am a native to this area of Colorado and it is aptly named Rattlesnake Arches. I've had a friend lose a dog, another almost lose a dog, and heard of a dozen instances of people loosing dogs to bites.

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

Good advice from a native...

[@Volodyalipkin]

Nice video as usual. Special thanks for lizard without tail. Unfortunately, you skipped one more arch. At sign Lower Rattlesnake Arches you turn left. But if you turn right you can reach Tower Arch. This is approximately half mile hike (one way).

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

Thanks 👍, I knew there were others but I was focused on getting the routing good so could climb up the final arch ramp, the class 4 deal. I'm going to get back there for a more complete exploration of the immediate area. Thanks again 👍!

[@adventure_photo]

Thanks to videos like yours telling people on social media about places like this, they will be overrun by the hordes and eventually ruined. 😡

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

Man, I had no idea this channel had that kind of pull! Control over the behavior of THE HORDES!! Not your average flock of adventure tourists. Made my day, thanks 🙏

[@PilotEJ401]

So Scott, as a privileged elitist, you want to be entitled to scamper all around Colorado Backcountry in your gas guzzling truck whilst the rest of humanity sits at home?? People like you sicken me...

[@DaMoose13]

Colorado has been getting ruined by democrats the past two decades. It's a bummer they're all moving to western Colorado since COVID. Getting waaaaay to crowded out here.

[@williamhyde5676]

Does your reply imply that we live near each other--in GJ? If so, let's share coffee and discuss. Bill

[@c.m.steedowski2939]

Your videos are great, Thank you for sharing your adventures.

[@petr-podrouzek]

FANTASTIC, my friend 🙂

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

Appreciate that my good friend 👍!!