My favorite area up and over Morgan Pass. My father-in-law took me into this area back in the 80s and he had been going into his secret camps back in the 50s.
Thanks Scott. My sister and I just began our hiking and backpacking journey in 2023. You’ve been a driving force for us to get out of our Dana Point abode and get out there. Love this and look forward to doing this hike real soon. Little Lakes Valley trail had quite a bit of snow a couple months ago but seems cleared out now 👍
@@carollansen2810 it was amazing! We spent the night camping at Gilbert lake, woke up in the morning and hiked to Heart lake, that’s as far as we went, came back and fished flower lake, caught a beautiful brook trout. And headed down in the afternoon. The only sucky part was we packed Too Heavy! I was sore for a couple days after. But I’ve been bit by the bug so now I have upgraded all my gear and got some dehydrated food for next time 😊 I actually want to go again this weekend but I’m scared of all the fires and stuff…I don’t wanna get stuck in a bad situation
Love the scenery! You hike so well- wish I had the joints and stamina I had when I was your age. Now I'll take shorter hikes (with poles) but no overnights. Thank you for letting us hike with you virtually! 🥰
Love watching your videos, especially the Sierra Nevada ones. We're headed to Echo Lakes for a 6 day/ 5 night backpack 9/23-9/29! Hoping the weather is still nice...it was the only week my friend coukd get off! Keep inspiring us, you & hour family rock!! ❤️
I'm heading up to Kearsarge Pass tomorrow with 2 of my buddies, Thanks to you and your videos I know where to go and what to do! I really appreciate these uploads Scott. Have a great holiday weekend.
Little Lakes Vally (through which Rock Crk flows) is the most beautful Eastern Sierra bang for the hiking buck. Mosquito Flat pkg lot where you left your car is one of the highest paved roads in the Sierra (10,000ft) . A close rival is Horseshoe Meadow way back south out of Lone Pine. The relatively flat Little Lakes Valley trail is one thing, but getting out of the car at 10K and huffing down the trail can be challenging to the unacclimated, which is most people. Your Timelapse of your camp during the night was GORGEOUS.
The scenery is spectacular! Thank you for sharing, I'm heading there in the Fall. Your videos are just gorgeous and the joy that you feel whenever you are out in nature is highly infectious, you're like a kid in a candy store! 😆
I really appreciate your enthusiasm and resilience. I too feel that the Sierra Nevada have few equals in this world. I am currently living in Chile, which is also pretty spectacular, but I have yet to find that feeling that the Sierras gave me during the approximately 50 years that I backpacked there. A driving force every year that I lived in California was to go on one to two, seven to fourteen day trips into that awesome backcountry every year. I really miss it. I have followed your videos for a few years now and congratulate you on the variety of presentations that you have used. They just keep getting better.
Thank you so much 😊 I can imagine you have great memories and stories of your adventure into the Sierra backcountry. I’m having more fun making videos now than I ever did - many more to come!! 🙏 🏕️
Another amazing video, I agree 100% it’s the best place on earth 😊 I’ll be day hiking that trail for the first time in Fall and I can’t wait, looks so incredible 😍
I always wondered what the landscape looked like behind that mountain I gaze at when camping at Crowley BLM. Now I know :) Thanks for another great video!
A fellow photographer and I hiked up to Long Lake earlier this month for some Milky Way shots at Long Lake, no better foreground than the Eastern Sierra. Still night with a perfect reflection of the Milky Way in Long Lake.
This is a gorgeous hike. We just did Gem lakes a few weeks ago. We didn't go up over Morgan Pass, so I am looking forward to seeing more of this area. 👍🏻
50 years ago I hiked the same area. The scenery in your video took my breath away and brought back memories of my hike, such as catching and releasing golden trout, my faithful Irish setter with his little backpack, and a late night snow storm. OMG, I forgot how spectacular the scenery is. Thanks for sharing.
Your solo trek through the Eastern Sierra looked absolutly amazing! The views of Little Lakes Valley and the climb over Morgan Pass were just stunning. Spending the night under the stars with the Milky Way above must have been such a special experience. Thanks for sharing this beautiful adventure - it’s definitely inspiring me to plan a trip out there!
Thanks for sharing such an amazing place. I could hike in the Sierra every day and it would never get old to me. The feeling that envelops me when I’m there makes me feel like I’m home.
@@Sheety33 absolutely! Just went up with my wife yesterday for a short hike to Fresno Dome. We only live about 45 mins away from the Sierra so in our decade together we have been all over the place. Henry Coe State Park is another gem of a park in California. Spring there is absolutely unbelievable with the wildflowers. It’s 87,000 acres and it’s so easy to get away from everyone. Highly suggest! Went there a few years ago and then was so impressed I went back twice this spring.
Hello Scott, thank you for sharing this beautifully filmed video. The Eastern Sierras are my favorite. Do you have have another channel, Sheety 33? Stay safe out there and keep up your great work. 😅
You've inspired me to do this hike! Will try to get a reservation in september before the cold picks up. BTW you said there is no fish at Gem lake? Why is that?
Did your sleeping pad not come w a patch kit? We went camping beginning of the month and i found out my sleeping bag was meant for a insulated pad under me, not just an air mattress so one night was super cold. Used a spare sleeping bag under and it helped. How light is your load out again? It seems pretty ultra light or just the bare necessities. Beautiful videos as always.
It came with a repair kit but the hole was right on the seam, making a field repair impossible. Luckily the company sent me a new one no questions asked!
@@Sheety33 Ahh ya hard to repair a seam with a patch I guess. If you still have it, maybe an Iron or something can melt / weld it? Anyways keep up the awesome videos as always. You ever consider being a guide on these trips?
@@Sheety33 worst case scenario!!! Closed cell underneath for both protection and insurance measure is a great thing but you do get extra weight and bulk
Unfortunately with social media these trail are so crowded and impacted with people. Especially in Summer. Little lakes valley is out of control with day hikers
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I absolutely love your videos and how you make them. Thank you for providing us with a little peace and beauty in our days !
Thank you very much 😊
My favorite area up and over Morgan Pass. My father-in-law took me into this area back in the 80s and he had been going into his secret camps back in the 50s.
I need to explore beyond Morgan Pass to really see what’s back there. I believe it connects to the Pine Lakes trail?
Thanks Scott. My sister and I just began our hiking and backpacking journey in 2023. You’ve been a driving force for us to get out of our Dana Point abode and get out there. Love this and look forward to doing this hike real soon. Little Lakes Valley trail had quite a bit of snow a couple months ago but seems cleared out now 👍
I'm doing my first Sierra Nevada hike this weekend too, all because of Scotts videos haha He's awesome
@@DonGrigorianFishing you’re going to be rocked by the crags, peaks, mountains. Would love to hear back from you on your hike!
Thank you very much 🤙 I’m humbled I could be of inspiration to you to get out there! 🙏
Incest?
@@carollansen2810 it was amazing! We spent the night camping at Gilbert lake, woke up in the morning and hiked to Heart lake, that’s as far as we went, came back and fished flower lake, caught a beautiful brook trout. And headed down in the afternoon. The only sucky part was we packed Too Heavy! I was sore for a couple days after. But I’ve been bit by the bug so now I have upgraded all my gear and got some dehydrated food for next time 😊 I actually want to go again this weekend but I’m scared of all the fires and stuff…I don’t wanna get stuck in a bad situation
Love the scenery! You hike so well- wish I had the joints and stamina I had when I was your age. Now I'll take shorter hikes (with poles) but no overnights. Thank you for letting us hike with you virtually! 🥰
So great seeing someone with the same excitement for the eastern sierras! Such a special place
I'm always happy to share my passion for the area!
Did the Rubicon trail in Desolation last week. Had it to myself. Great weather
Good choice!
Love watching your videos, especially the Sierra Nevada ones. We're headed to Echo Lakes for a 6 day/ 5 night backpack 9/23-9/29! Hoping the weather is still nice...it was the only week my friend coukd get off! Keep inspiring us, you & hour family rock!! ❤️
Thank you! Have a great time on your adventure - sounds amazing!
Did Echo Lake up and back in 1 day, couldn't hardly walk the next day, beautiful Lake, big rainbows
Hi Scott, I love your neat and positive narration as well as scenic views beautifully captured. I should add: in every video😊
Thank you so much!!😊
Love seeing new-to-me trails like this to put into my itinerary for future reference. Looks like another gorgeous one!
Glad you enjoyed it!!
I'm heading up to Kearsarge Pass tomorrow with 2 of my buddies, Thanks to you and your videos I know where to go and what to do! I really appreciate these uploads Scott. Have a great holiday weekend.
That is awesome! Hope you have a great time up there - Kearsarge is one of my all time favs!!
Little Lakes Vally (through which Rock Crk flows) is the most beautful Eastern Sierra bang for the hiking buck. Mosquito Flat pkg lot where you left your car is one of the highest paved roads in the Sierra (10,000ft) . A close rival is Horseshoe Meadow way back south out of Lone Pine. The relatively flat Little Lakes Valley trail is one thing, but getting out of the car at 10K and huffing down the trail can be challenging to the unacclimated, which is most people.
Your Timelapse of your camp during the night was GORGEOUS.
Agree! Best bang for the hiking buck! Thanks for watching! 🙏
Outstanding and such s captivating storytelling and filming man! Amazing
Thank you so much 😊
just discovered your channel. now a favorite. helps me find backcountry short weekend trips. thank you.
Welcome aboard!🤙
Beautiful filming!!!! Thank you❤. Love backpacking parts of the area that route is now on the list🙌
Thank you 🙏
Amazing!! Thanks for sharing. 👍
Thank you! Cheers!
The scenery is spectacular! Thank you for sharing, I'm heading there in the Fall. Your videos are just gorgeous and the joy that you feel whenever you are out in nature is highly infectious, you're like a kid in a candy store! 😆
Thank you so much! We’re also looking forward to the Fall and enjoying the smells that come with it!
I really appreciate your enthusiasm and resilience. I too feel that the Sierra Nevada have few equals in this world. I am currently living in Chile, which is also pretty spectacular, but I have yet to find that feeling that the Sierras gave me during the approximately 50 years that I backpacked there. A driving force every year that I lived in California was to go on one to two, seven to fourteen day trips into that awesome backcountry every year. I really miss it. I have followed your videos for a few years now and congratulate you on the variety of presentations that you have used. They just keep getting better.
Thank you so much 😊 I can imagine you have great memories and stories of your adventure into the Sierra backcountry. I’m having more fun making videos now than I ever did - many more to come!! 🙏 🏕️
Another amazing video, I agree 100% it’s the best place on earth 😊 I’ll be day hiking that trail for the first time in Fall and I can’t wait, looks so incredible 😍
😊
I always wondered what the landscape looked like behind that mountain I gaze at when camping at Crowley BLM. Now I know :) Thanks for another great video!
This was an awesomely filmed and narrated video. You really inspired me to go out there now.
Wishing you peace and good fortune. Happy Trails🐶🐾🤙🤙😉
Thank you so much 😊 Glad you enjoyed it!
A fellow photographer and I hiked up to Long Lake earlier this month for some Milky Way shots at Long Lake, no better foreground than the Eastern Sierra. Still night with a perfect reflection of the Milky Way in Long Lake.
This is a gorgeous hike. We just did Gem lakes a few weeks ago. We didn't go up over Morgan Pass, so I am looking forward to seeing more of this area. 👍🏻
Truly one of the best hikes in the Sierra…I’ll need to return to venture deeper over Morgan Pass!
Thank you for the nature sounds/lack of music!! I’ve never backpacked south of Yosemite but wow clearly been missing out
Glad you enjoyed it!
50 years ago I hiked the same area. The scenery in your video took my breath away and brought back memories of my hike, such as catching and releasing golden trout, my faithful Irish setter with his little backpack, and a late night snow storm. OMG, I forgot how spectacular the scenery is. Thanks for sharing.
Greetings from Redondo Beach 🇺🇸🇺🇸Nice hiking video👍🏽
Greetings! Love Redondo…..and Manhattan Beach 🏖️
Best place on earth 👌🏼 completely agree!
Great quote. Best place on earth
Good stuff! Nothing beats summer in the Eastern Sierra. I've not been to this area yet, but it looks great.
Very nice. Thank you for sharing this beautiful video.
Thank you 🙏
Your solo trek through the Eastern Sierra looked absolutly amazing! The views of Little Lakes Valley and the climb over Morgan Pass were just stunning. Spending the night under the stars with the Milky Way above must have been such a special experience. Thanks for sharing this beautiful adventure - it’s definitely inspiring me to plan a trip out there!
Glad it inspired you to get outdoors!
Thanks for sharing such an amazing place. I could hike in the Sierra every day and it would never get old to me. The feeling that envelops me when I’m there makes me feel like I’m home.
I know that feeling! The Sierra is by far my favorite place to hike!
@@Sheety33 absolutely! Just went up with my wife yesterday for a short hike to Fresno Dome. We only live about 45 mins away from the Sierra so in our decade together we have been all over the place.
Henry Coe State Park is another gem of a park in California. Spring there is absolutely unbelievable with the wildflowers. It’s 87,000 acres and it’s so easy to get away from everyone. Highly suggest! Went there a few years ago and then was so impressed I went back twice this spring.
How hard was that ground 😅? Killer views all around!
Hard is an understatement! 😅 That was a long night, but worth it for where I was out in nature.
That was an OUTSTANDING Episode, Thanks for sharing👍👍
Glad you enjoyed it!
Amazing for your video of Hiking 11 Miles Alone in the Eastern Sierra. I love your video and Thanks for sharing.🥰
Thanks for watching!
hell yeah i have permits for the 14th for rush creek. cant wait
Awesome trail!
Amazing !! What camera tripod are you using for your larger camera ??
Nice video. Great hike. I did it a few years ago and pitched my tent in the exact same spot. Lol
Thank you! I often wonder how many have camped before me in certain spots!
Going up here in a few weeks, I can't wait! Love this hike :)
Hope you enjoy it!
Love the stoke! 🤙
Would love to be here one day. so peaceful
Scott. Great hike. Thanks for sharing…..I’m inspired ! Phil A
Glad it inspired you!!
WOW!!!!! 11 miles all by yourself!!! It must have been terrifying!!!!!!!🤣🤣
😂Oh man……….
Hello Scott, thank you for sharing this beautifully filmed video. The Eastern Sierras are my favorite. Do you have have another channel, Sheety 33? Stay safe out there and keep up your great work. 😅
Ronald - food to hear from you 😊 Now you’ve peaked my interest! What other channel would that be?
Went to long lake last week, did any fine sand get into your tent? We woke up with tons of fine sand on us
Yes! And in my shoes, too!
You've inspired me to do this hike! Will try to get a reservation in september before the cold picks up. BTW you said there is no fish at Gem lake? Why is that?
Glad you enjoyed it! I saw fish in Gem but they were not biting…kind of an over-fished lake.
Did your sleeping pad not come w a patch kit?
We went camping beginning of the month and i found out my sleeping bag was meant for a insulated pad under me, not just an air mattress so one night was super cold. Used a spare sleeping bag under and it helped.
How light is your load out again?
It seems pretty ultra light or just the bare necessities.
Beautiful videos as always.
It came with a repair kit but the hole was right on the seam, making a field repair impossible. Luckily the company sent me a new one no questions asked!
@@Sheety33 Ahh ya hard to repair a seam with a patch I guess. If you still have it, maybe an Iron or something can melt / weld it? Anyways keep up the awesome videos as always. You ever consider being a guide on these trips?
Scottyyyyy how do i avoid attitude sickness 😊
Hydration, electrolytes, fitness….is what I think works for me! :)
How did you take that long timelapse?
Great Video, just a question: at 7.26 in the video, is someone saying you okay?
Thank you! Not that I can recall ;)
@@Sheety33 thanks for the reply. Watch the video and listen at the 7.26 mark.the closed caption even picks it up.
That's a lot of snow. I take that you completed this trip in June or July?
June of this year 👍
Why didn't you patch your pad? Was the leak not field repairable?
Leak was right on the seal…no chance of a field repair.
Is there any good fishing in any of those lakes ?
There is! I camped at Chickenfoot lake a few years ago and had luck there.
No patch kit for you air mattress?!?! Dang dude
Was on the seal unfortunately - patch would not have done it!
@@Sheety33 worst case scenario!!! Closed cell underneath for both protection and insurance measure is a great thing but you do get extra weight and bulk
You do the things I used to do. I love hiking but at 77, I can no longer hit the trail. Are your wife and child going to hike with you again?
Yes, we hiked several times this summer…so many videos to edit and post 😊
Fishing any good?
It’s not bad - had luck at chickenfoot lake a few years ago.
Is this a good old sheety33? Why the new channel name? 🤙🏻
It’s me :) Well, figured I would use my real name 🙂
Which month was your trip?
June
Do you need a permit to backpack here?
Yes, you do! Anywhere in the Inyo requires a permit.
Is it ok to eat close to your tent?
Yes, as long as you don’t leave food behind ;)
nothing like the eastern sierras
I agree! 🤙
Unfortunately with social media these trail are so crowded and impacted with people. Especially in Summer. Little lakes valley is out of control with day hikers
Oh well
@@adeserti oh well? Just another example of the impact of too many people in this world straining resources and natural
Amenities
Hello Scott
Should I need to get permit for backpacking?
Hello! Yes you certainly do :)