Backpacking the Alpine Lakes Wilderness | PCT | Spectacle Lake | Washington
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- Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
- Join me along with Joey Coconato (MyOwnFrontier on RUclips) and Jarl Aanestad (Norwegian Xplorer on RUclips) as we backpack for 4 nights/5 days through Washington's Alpine Lakes Wilderness. We begin at the Mineral Creek Trailhead and join up with the Pacific Crest Trail for 30 miles of our total of approx. 44 mile trip. We encounter amazing beauty along the way.
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Washington state is the switzerland of America, absolutely beautiful 👌👍
Safety tip from an old Cascades climber. When making a swift water crossing unfasten your waist and chest straps. If you do take the plunge your pack has a better chance of floating up not pulling you under. You can also get out of it fast if you have to.
Catherine your the best without a doubt. Love your videos. Your hats n you. Your a special lady when it comes to making videos. Luv ya young lady. The History channel should give you your own program each week.
Awe! Thank you. That is so kind.
This is a beautiful video, you are doing a great job, Cat. Great to see Joey, again.
Thank you Dana. We had a great time.
Btw we love the still shots at the end, great way to finish the videos, excellent photography.
Thank you so much!
Love love love your cap.
Thank you Veronika!
Wow, what a beautiful trail, spectacular scenery, those mountain tops were breathtaking! And you had great company with Jarl and Joey. If you can get some Avon Skin So Soft original spray, for some reason mosquitos hate it and will not come near you. My sister travels a lot and swears by it. Stay safe Cat, great video!
You are absolutely amazing...what a great life you have...keep trekking and thank you for sharing.
GREAT !!! GREAT !!! GREAT !!! Beautiful !!!
Thank you!
WOW that's awesome I love the country up in Washington! It is so beautiful,, man I miss the mountains,,, great video Catherine!!! I'll be looking forward to seeing your next adventure!!!
Catherine, you are experiencing some wonderful hikes. What beautiful country! Thank goodness you had partners this trip.
Nice to see you and Joey together again. Spectacular views, thanks.
Wow! Probably my favorite of your adventures so far. Simply spectacular. Be safe and keep living the dream Cat!
Wow! Thank you so much Jeff!
Brilliant, Brilliant, Brilliant. Catherine...........well filmed. That pot though.....😆.
Thank you Casper! You mean Joey’s pot? lol
Catherine Gregory lol 👍
There's that crooked Elvis smile. I like it. And I like your video work. You captured that Awsome country beautify. Great stuff 👍👍👊👊
Thank you Bill!
I wish I could take in the beautiful fresh air in those spectacular views
I'm with you - I'd much rather hike down than up. Going up is always such a slog for me. We hiked back to Spectacle Lake last weekend and it was incredible!!!
Love that section of the PCT Snoqualmie Pass to Waptus Lake, Salmon la Sac n often on to Stevens Pass. I’ve been hiking the Alpine Wildernesses area long before this designation .. The main PCT has actually been relocated in parts over the years. You were blessed being able to use the newest sections.
I’ve camped at Waptus Lake for weeks on end over the years. You need to come back up n explore a few more of the high lakes around Waptus Lake n that section of the PCT between Snoqualmie n Stevens Pass.
Enjoyed your flick n trip. I’m 75 yrs old n taking care of my wife now so enjoy others trips n experiences for now. Cheers .. Until your next trip. I’m subscribing to your page to check out your other adventures young lady.
Happy trails ... Grandpa J
I’ll definitely be back up. I was in Washington this summer, but left early because of the smoke. I wanted to do so much more.
Happy 4th of July!!! This was a very fast paced video.....you covered a lot of ground lol I have come to enjoy very much your unique Catherine style for crossing streams or other delicate obstacles with your own "sure footed" method. Yeah I like that!! At one point you seemed to be hiking with peaks and mountain walls all around you....Loved that too....and as always you captured the wild flowers...waterfalls ...lakes and streams very well plus your excellent narration......and of course your plan to load up on brownies too Haaaaaaa
This was an stunning hike for views! Gotta have the sweets on trail. lol Jarl was concerned I wasn't going to get enough calories eating ramen for dinner that night. I polished off my bad of Trader Joe's brownie crisps. :)
@@CatherineGregoryAdventures .....I will have to try those brownie crisps....going to TJs tonite for a case of water so I will buy some....yes I also like your communication device....good to know you can communicate when you are deep in the wilderness.
I spent a couple days up there many many moons ago and had a wonderful time feeding the mosquitos and enjoying some lovely views.
😂😂
Looks like an amazing trip. Very beautiful and very green. Nice to see you on a hike with Joey again. Thanks for sharing the video!
It was amazing Colm. I had my doubts the first day. lol Happy it only went up from there. :)
Wow! Thankyou for sharing.
Great video. Stunning views!! Thanks for sharing😊
Jesus that was beautiful! WA is just spectacular! I will watch this one again like I do with all your videos... Cat have I ever told you that your AMAZING???🤔😝👍🎉👌
Awe!!!! Thank you so much Loran!!
I just found your channel a few months ago, and have watched a whole lot of your short films. This one might be my favorite so far. I’m hoping I get a chance to do a similar hike before I get too much older and more decrepit. But you have inspired me to go on a few hikes here in Maryland where I live. Thanks. BTW, hope I don’t run into you on a trail. I’d have to figure I just dropped dead, and you’re the angel the Lord has sent to summon me to judgement. And I ain’t ready.
Thank you Richard!
awesome stuff . You have so many trails out there... it would need 100 lifetimes to explore all of them
That was a beautiful video! Thanks for taking us along.
Thank you Brenda!
Cat wonderful video. Such beautiful views. I still prefer your solo adventures because of the pace and the ability to almost feel like your experiencing being there. Cat as always thanks for taking us with you and stay safe.
Thank you!
Wow that was great thank you so much for taking us along I bet you really enjoyed it I know I would have love the mountains if they didn't catch the clouds we would never get the moisture God's handiwork that's all I can think of
Thank you! I love the mountains too!
Another super video. You are really living a fantastic life.
Thank you!
Northern cascades are not an easy hike but oh so stunning. It’s mountain goat country up there for sure 🐐
What a beautiful reflection to wake up to on your last morning. Such a beautiful place!
Thank you Catherine for another beautiful video.
Beautiful scenery and I love your hat!
Thank you Haydee!
Great video Catherine ,, Wow what an awesome trail...so much beauty all along the way....Love the multiple water falls on the rocks...using your words ...STUNNING scenery ...incredible ridge tops ...loved it all.................Stay Safe and God Bless.............
It was incredibly beautiful . The camera never does it justice.
Breathe Taking Catherine! 💕
Thank You so much for Sharing!
So glad you enjoyed it Wendy!
Simply awesome views........love the video!
Thank you Char!
Well done again!. The Alpine Lakes Wilderness is quite the star. Poor Jarl. He does have a future as in used trail sales :) Joey trashes another tent. Going downhill can be as brutal as slick and loose uphill and tougher on knees and hams. I went with Spot X a year ago as I do not always carry my iPhone versus the InReach Mini. And I can take random messages from my "minders", like weather updates and more. Another few years and we will all have SpaceX web sat phones. Or Iridium. Keep it up Cat.
Thank you Rob. I recently did a day hike in the North Cascades with a steep descent and my knees were not happy. lol
UGH just another amazing place I really want to visit haha Stay safe and have fun :)
Thank you Catherine the magnificent scenery captured by you was truly awesome.your content is always informative and pleasing ATB
Thank you so much Paul.
One thing i love about your vids is the really great places that i need to go to and showing the places I've been.Cool.😎👍👍
Wow! Amazing!
Hello Catherine, happy Monday to you. It's good that you had two experienced hikers with you, Joey and Jarl. Your filming and narrating remain excellent, as always. You really captured the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Your videos are encouraging me to get out on the trails more often. Be safe out there and, as always, the very best to you in good health and safety. 🤗
Thanks you as always Ron. I appreciate your support. :)
Another great hike! I very highly recommend that you get TOPO maps. Everyone in the group should have an actual map and compass as a back-up. You would've known at a glance how much gain and what kind of terrain you would encounter. Have fun and stay safe.
I dont mean to be so off topic but does someone know a method to log back into an Instagram account..?
I stupidly forgot my account password. I appreciate any assistance you can offer me.
@Deangelo Adam thanks for your reply. I got to the site thru google and Im trying it out atm.
Seems to take quite some time so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
@Deangelo Adam it did the trick and I now got access to my account again. Im so happy!
Thanks so much, you really help me out !
@Luciano Jeremy You are welcome =)
Simply spectacular mountain wilderness views....good call to keep mom advised of whereabouts...adventure on!
What a great trip! So beautiful up there! One to tuck away for later!
You're a Warrior, Woman!
Beautiful...only a few hours north of me, and now on my bucket list thanks to you...
Excellent video! Gorgeous trail and beautiful views. I hope to section hike the PCT in Washington this year. I will check this out.
Thanks again for taking us along.
Thank you John.
You get to see so many beautiful places. I really enjoy being on a backpack trip while I sit on my patio with a nice fire. I can hardly wait til my knee gets better. Makes me want to work through phy therapy so I can get back on the trail. Thanks
Glacier Lake is one of my all time favorites, you were so close! Definitely check it out next time!
God made beautiful you to share his incredible nature with us!.....Thanks so much Cat!
Awe...thank you Marcia! ❤️
A sweet video of a sweet trek! Thanks for sharing this video with us.☺
Another nice video... thanks
Take Care
Thank you Jerry!
Very nice traile👍
very nice place keep up the videos
😍💃🏼🦋🐝 glad she survived.... being un. armed.....
Yay WA. As an ex Washingtonian, my heart felt thanks again. I wanna move back now! TY for lovely vlog.
just....wow!!! thank you so much for taking us along! can't top those views. just stunning.
Thank you Marian.
Great photography and editing (As Usual)
Thank you John.
another awesome trip & video! Alpine lakes I believe rivals anywhere in WA. Very beautiful area. Also, worst mosquito swarms I've enctountered lol! Many of my fav lakes are nearby in Tuck & Robin, Marmot & Jade lakes! I'm sure you've already moved on tho lol so good luck & happy hiking!
BREATHTAKING VIEWS , COLORS , VIDEO & SCENERY ! GLAD YOU'LL MADE IT BACK SAFETY! ELECTRIC FLY SWATTER ! ? THANK YOU ! AWESOME! BE SAFE! HAVE FUN! GOD BLESS YOU ALL ALWAYS ! ENJOYED !
Thank you David!
So beautiful nature filled with pure stunning views and scenery. Thanks for the wonderful video Catherine and your good company.
So glad you enjoyed it!
Beautiful and nice and cool too..always nice to hike with other nature lovers...stunning views!!!
We had a blast. Thank you Mike!
Always love the scenery ☺️ As I was watching, the song "The hills are alive" came to mind. Without knowing the location I would think you were hiking the Swiss Alps. Great hike with Joey and Jarl ... As always you share lovely scenes of nature ☺️♥️
Thank you so much Gilbert!
Bigfoot country love it ❣️👣
YES...STUNNING it is! Thank you so very much again and again and again for sharing AMERICA the BEAUTIFUL with us.. I am hoping to get back out there myself again soon. These SPECTACULAR videos you are sharing are fueling my desires. Each one is like putting another log on the fire.
Glad you enjoy them Bobby.
As usual, your cinematography is outstanding. Thanks for taking us along.
Great video. Everytime you cut to a shot of those snowy peaks I found myself verbally saying “fuck yeah, fuck yeah.” I was interested in the cascades before, but your video has got me really excited about going out there!
Wow what beautiful area. Gorgeous scenery and a wonderful video.
Thank you Felicia!
Stunning area to take a hike. Thank you so much for taking the time to share it with us.
Mowcowbell I appreciate you wanting to share the experience! Thank you.
Super trip.Thankyou Catherine
Hey beautiful woman,. I'm in aw watching your video! And I say that respefectly! The photography is outstanding and I enjoyed every moment! Thank you for sharing ..... Lots of love♥️♥️♥️
Thank you Pete!
Soooo incredibly beautiful-part of the reason we moved to the Pacific North West...thank you for the stunning footage😮
You're a bad ass for sure! And you're kind of my hero
Lovely video 😁☕️
Outstanding trek, what gorgeous country, never knew! Thank you very much deeply appreciated for your journey!!
Washington is amazing! Thank You August!
Thanks for taking my wife and i along on your trip. I can see how you can run out of adjectives describing the scenery along the trail.
It was a wonderful trip to watch all of you.Very inspiring views.
Thank you!
Too much, CAT... thanks for all the hard creative work!
At min 15:26, at the base of the stream, for those in the know, is that Western Hemlock?
Thank you Gary!
Thanks for another great video. I hiked in from the Icicle Creek side into the Enchantment Lakes late September and truly magical with the Larch in full yellow. Can't wait for the next Cat adventure.
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed!
Well you didn't disappoint. Beautiful scenery. Great trip.
Thank you Terry!
Very nice video that captured a very rugged area, yet showed the softer side of the lakes, forests and wild flowers. Live how you take each unique setting and capture the highlights of those areas! Another winner ... well, except for the mosquitoes and that bushwacking on day 1! 😎😎
Thank you Fred! Yeah...the mosquitoes were no bueno! lol
Looks like another great trip!
Very awesome country! I don’t even know you but feel much better about your two way apparatus! I’ll subscribe to your friends page too! Thanks to you all for sharing this journey but I want to hear the mosquito song!
The mosquito song was great. If Joey at My Own Frontier ever uploads his version of this trip...I’m pretty sure he got the mosquito song on video. lol
You hit another one outta the park Cat...great video....great views....awesome trip....stay safe !!
Thank you Jimbo!
Love all the places you go. Wish I was there. Goal! Get some gear and just do it!!! You'll keep up the great adventures, I am sure. Good luck.
Your comment about your hiking speed reminded me of a verse from an old song - "It's no matter, No distance. It's the ride". Became my mantra long ago. (Steven Stills Thoroughfare Gap). Everyone gets to chose. Beautiful scenery and a challenging outing. Thanks for sharing!
Love that lyric Jim. Don't know that I've hears that song. I'm a fan of CSN and CSN&Y. I'm going to look it up. Thank you!!
@@CatherineGregoryAdventures Occasionally one just resonates doesn't it? You are welcome! Thanks again for sharing your adventures!
Excellent vid, beautiful alpine scenery, what an awesome backpack!
Thank you!!
Cool shot with the oatmeal, lighter, stove, pot into the landscape.
Thank you!
Well done Cat. As a multi-decade member of the REI Coop it was great to see the area where many of their first catalogs were photographed (because these areas were in the backyard of their birthplace).
Grant Bentley Thank you Grant. That is very cool.
Great trip Cathrine. I would have to bring my backpacking fishing pole though. I couldn't pass all those lakes without one.
Thank you!!
Impressive views, great company
Best vlog for scenery so far. Definitely helps with the 9-5. So stunning! Loved the hiking through the forest areas ❤️ just be careful you don't hurt yourself when trying to keep pace with others. Keep safe and look forward to watching your next vlog!!
Thank you so much Sally!! ❤️
Great video again Cat! Gosh it was so beautiful!! Thank you so much for sharing! Cheers!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!
Your video I've looked at it again and again it is so incredible my favorite is the Alpine it's absolutely unbelievably gorgeous and the screen that you crossed that was quite wide on the 5th day and your friend was taking a picture of you doing it the clarity of the water and just as the surrounding green my God I Could Fall In Love and live there for the rest of my life I wish that was possible I was wrong on what I said before it is incredible and the photographs are incredible we should have been more but you explain that to me thank you sweetie thank you so much I am going to go back and watch the video again right now it seems like I see something new every time I look at it it makes me just feel so alive can I see something so beautiful
Thank you Billy! Hope you are doing well today.
@@CatherineGregoryAdventures it's funny thing about that Pacific Coast trails we live within a half-mile where it crosses in the Cajon Pass in San Bernardino right behind the scales where you walk through the tunnel I don't know if you've ever been on that part but it is so cool it could be a hundred degrees out and you walk through the tunnel it's like 60 degrees nice place in the summer receipt hikers go buy all the time we talked to him once in awhile incredible people from all over the world good Bunch kids usually like you keep well and be safe
You captured some amazing views.
Thank you James!
Great vid..
Thank you!
Awesome views! Thanks. 💝
LoL..poor Jarl, Im sure he will never live that elev booboo down...Awesome scenery and beautiful camps Super!
Awe...we forgive Jarl. 😂 Thank you Sondra!