When I drove through Capital Reef Nat. Park in September 1995, as I left the east side, the landscape changed from lush green grass, trees, and the red rock, to a baron gray landscape, which got me to think about the moon landing in 1969. I thought "aha" they filmed it here! Then I followed my brother on up Hwy 24 a few miles before reaching I 70 to a place we set up camp under Temple Mt. to ride dirt bikes in the San Raphael range.
Russ I've recently discovered your channel, and want you to know how much your beautiful videos and calming voice have helped me during these stressful times. I'm an RN and my work responsibilities have been affecting me greatly, both mentally and physically, to the point where I was even having difficulty sleeping. But my husband and I watch your videos every night, and I'm able to sleep now thanks in no small part to your videos. So thank you, and stay safe out there.
Russ - My hubby just retired from military after 23 years. Now we have time to travel and bought a TT. These videos are so amazing. This helps us decided where we should go. I love watching the videos and seeing the stops. Thank you!!!
jim: when in Colorado suggest you go south on US 50 at Grand Junction to Delta, then south on US 550 to Montrose, Ridgway, Quray, Silverton and then Durango.
Capital Reef National Park was established in 1971 to preserve 241,904 acres of desert landscape. Great to see the sun after 3 days of clouds. Nice fresh morning. Thanks Russ great video.Never seen you hike as much as on this Vacation. Hah. I knew you had it in you. Always enjoy.
I camped in my tent at the campground adjacent to the visitor centre here September 1997. Did several hikes, the most memorable being the Navajo Knobs trail, four and a half miles each way ! Also visited the old schoolhouse and picked apples in the orchards in Fruita. This was settled many years ago by Mormons. An oldtimer Englishman from Shropshire reliving some past adventures. Utah is my favourite State, so much to offer free spirits. This was Fremont first nation country.
I can’t even watch the news right now. Your videos take me back to the 80’s when I traveled all across this amazing country in a camper with my father and our dog Fred, both of whom are no longer with us. Thank you for your videos which bring a smile to my face and remind me of a simpler time.
We Love RVerTV , Grand Videos , Grand Music , Grand Road Trips. Great Video / Great Views. Thank you Russ for the RVerTV 2020 Virtual Vacation. Utah is Awesome . God Bless the United States of America , Russ, RVerTV Fans. Happy Trails Russ , RVerTV Fans. Russ- Too Cool 4 School.
You read my mind! A few days ago I thought 'I'll have to ask Russ if he's been to Capitol Reef' and hey presto, you're there! The Torrey lizards and humming birds blew our minds even before we visited Capitol Reef itself
If you have time it's worth returning to drive past the Capitol Reef Visitor Center then along the scenic route that takes you to the Capitol Reef rocks themselves. I think it's OK for your van and narrow RVs but you'd have to check. The gorges are gorgeous that you drive through - a bit narrow and many wild goats to see
Another beautiful video and reminder of a trip years ago with my Dad. We travelled cheap and light and took in the scenery. I am fascinated by the geology of rocky areas and mountains . The video is beautiful and entertaining. Thanks. I'm glad you bought a Mercedes Van and a drone.
WOW. WOW. WOW. The drive was incredible. The writings were amazing to see and the scenery is epic. Thanks for taking me along on this trip. I really appreciate the ride. I am from Colorado Springs Co and if you get down here, it would be great to meet for lunch. If you do that kind of stuff. Thanks for the ride. Stay safe and happy adventuring.
We love watching especially because you are alone so we feel like we are traveling with you and you have a wonderfully peaceful voice. We know the work that is involved putting a video on line so a big thank from David and Kathleen.
Great views, unbelievable rock colors and formations, thanks for stopping and doing short hikes really enjoyed the video, glad you take the time to stop and enjoy some of the scenery, stay safe.
Wow! Russ, you should not have turned around at the visitor's center. The scenic drive straight ahead is the best of the Park. Something to come back and camp in the campground with a view.
Those orchards are about 150 years old.(early pioneer days) Loved the early morning sun and shadow photography! So, you being a Colorado River guy, are we heading up to the headwaters of the Colorado?
If you want to go to Rocky mountain national park you will need to make a reservation. $2 reservation gives you a 2 hour window to enter the park. Weekends are tougher to book. The drive over trail ridge road would get you lots of views! Enjoy Colorado!
That one formation that looked like a layer cake on the side of the two lane you were on 13:23 looks familiar. I'm thinking that might have been a scene in Easy Rider where Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper were riding their choppers past.
Visited there just a few years ago. Wonderful bunch of history. It was drizzly Fall. Apples everywhere. Bakery had everything apple you could want. Rode way back in. Just overwhelming rock displays. Thanks for more good memories.
Wow just gorgeous. Another wonderful stop on this journey. Thank you Russ for allowing me to participate in the virtual 2020 vacation. Simply beautiful. Stay safe. Wishing you a super week. Hugs Susan
Thanks Russ for helping me reminisce about the times I've spent in Capital Reef. Hope you get to return there and take in more of the sites. Took me (3) trips to get my fill of it. That drive thru Escalante is hard to top though. You can spend a couple of full days alone just in and around Escalante. Safe travels friend.
🙋♀️Hello Russ! I'm glad you pointed out the petroglyph, I could see those little people figures. That walk to the natural bridge would have been hot. That sign for falling rocks was backward. You need warned going in. Be careful. Thankfully you are wise to the crumbling areas to understand nature. Just beautiful! I'm fascinated with this scenery. Through your eyes, I get to enjoy this! 👍
Hello Russ , We throughly enjoyed the pettroglift very interesting. I myself am into things like that,...historical of the times. Yeah you will need your hiking boots for sure haha. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us.Stay safe. Larry & Linda
Good evening Russ, Wow what a beautiful place so much to see. When you get to Grand Junction Colorado try and find some fresh fruit stands if they are open this time of year. Getcha some sweet treats to munch on going down the road. Are you going to go up into the Grand Mesa area? I've never been there but was told there are some nice lakes and a lot of boondocking camping areas. See You Soon!
Suggestion. If ever in Capital Reef again, jump on Caineville Wash Road, off Hwy 24 just before entering the park if coming from Hanksville. Decent gravel road and it heads up to Hartnet road to allow you to circle back to Hwy 24 further west. I always did it in a Hummer, but know many who have done it in PU trucks and even a Subaru. Nothing tricky, but believe me, it will floor you with the beauty. And there is always the Pyramids to the Moon and Sun. I might have to subscribe to keep my memories of UT alive. Other than looking at a million photos taken with my Nikons.
Loved today's drive. It looked like you may have walked a little faster under those overhanging rock. 😁 I think I would have. Don't want the 2020 visual vacation tour to end prematurely. Thanks for the ride. 👍🙏. Be safe.
Hey Russ!...Just thought you might want to know, It's still 92 deg. here in the mountains of Prescott and talk of 96 deg. on Friday...whew! That means it's near 400 deg. in Quartzsite!.....You picked a good time to beat the heat, were just going to stay inside with the A/C on and enjoy your videos........
I went to this park many years ago and I remember Fruita, which I believe was one of, if not the first Mormon settlement. I would have done that 2.25 mile hike. It looked very nice. I was with my friend Harry, who was driving, and I remember we went down a canyon road that just kept getting more narrow until it turned into a dirt road, if I remember correctly. We wanted to see how far you could go. Nice park and thanks for reminding me what it looks like!
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When I drove through Capital Reef Nat. Park in September 1995, as I left the east side, the landscape changed from lush green grass, trees, and the red rock, to a baron gray landscape, which got me to think about the moon landing in 1969. I thought "aha" they filmed it here! Then I followed my brother on up Hwy 24 a few miles before reaching I 70 to a place we set up camp under Temple Mt. to ride dirt bikes in the San Raphael range.
Russ I've recently discovered your channel, and want you to know how much your beautiful videos and calming voice have helped me during these stressful times. I'm an RN and my work responsibilities have been affecting me greatly, both mentally and physically, to the point where I was even having difficulty sleeping. But my husband and I watch your videos every night, and I'm able to sleep now thanks in no small part to your videos. So thank you, and stay safe out there.
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Russ - My hubby just retired from military after 23 years. Now we have time to travel and bought a TT. These videos are so amazing. This helps us decided where we should go. I love watching the videos and seeing the stops. Thank you!!!
Please tell your husband, thank you for his service. 🥰
Russ God has made some beautiful places for us to enjoy, thanks for Ride
Utah is definitely a colorful, picturesque state!
Great area, bin there several times. Coming from the Netherlands every 3 years to Utah for hiking in ‘tis amazing area.
Thanks again Russ!! But ya missed out on getting a pie-for-the-road from the Gifford house there in Fruita.....yummm!
jim: when in Colorado suggest you go south on US 50 at Grand Junction to Delta, then south on US 550 to Montrose, Ridgway, Quray, Silverton and then Durango.
I really enjoyed my time at Capitol Reef --had the place to myself (got up at sunrise and biked it).....spectacular sights.
Russ, you outdid yourself taking us on that little hike; a very pretty area!! thanks.
Capital Reef National Park was established in 1971 to preserve 241,904 acres of desert landscape. Great to see the sun after 3 days of clouds. Nice fresh morning. Thanks Russ great video.Never seen you hike as much as on this Vacation. Hah. I knew you had it in you. Always enjoy.
I camped in my tent at the campground adjacent to the visitor centre here September 1997. Did several hikes, the most memorable being the Navajo Knobs trail, four and a half miles each way ! Also visited the old schoolhouse and picked apples in the orchards in Fruita. This was settled many years ago by Mormons. An oldtimer Englishman from Shropshire reliving some past adventures. Utah is my favourite State, so much to offer free spirits. This was Fremont first nation country.
Very cool Russ 😎
Capital Reef is a huge geological feature best seen from high up in a aircraft.
You are so lucky to travel like that
Russ, hope you are not getting worn out. Loving the vacation.
Hi Russ... Still viewing your trip.. Beautiful drive ... Stay happy and safe..
I can’t even watch the news right now. Your videos take me back to the 80’s when I traveled all across this amazing country in a camper with my father and our dog Fred, both of whom are no longer with us. Thank you for your videos which bring a smile to my face and remind me of a simpler time.
We Love RVerTV , Grand Videos , Grand Music , Grand Road Trips. Great Video / Great Views. Thank you Russ for the RVerTV 2020 Virtual Vacation. Utah is Awesome . God Bless the United States of America , Russ, RVerTV Fans. Happy Trails Russ , RVerTV Fans. Russ- Too Cool 4 School.
You read my mind! A few days ago I thought 'I'll have to ask Russ if he's been to Capitol Reef' and hey presto, you're there! The Torrey lizards and humming birds blew our minds even before we visited Capitol Reef itself
If you have time it's worth returning to drive past the Capitol Reef Visitor Center then along the scenic route that takes you to the Capitol Reef rocks themselves. I think it's OK for your van and narrow RVs but you'd have to check. The gorges are gorgeous that you drive through - a bit narrow and many wild goats to see
At 27 min 25 sec you were looking at Capitol Dome and you missed the sign. Nice morning for a hike and clear skies.
Driving through beautiful wilderness. Nice way to spend the day, Russ. Thanks!
I thought you would jog all of those hiking trails at those altitudes 🤣🤣very nice Mr russ👍🌴🇺🇸
I like Capital Reef.... I was at those petroglyphs about a year ago..
We were there 2 years ago. We didn't know they were there until we happened upon them. Great find!!
Thank you again for taking us with you on your adventures.
All I can say is: AWESOME video Russ.
love the drone shot.
Wow, what scenery! Thanks for this great vid. Still wish you would show us where you camp! :)
Thanks for the video. It’s a beautiful place.
Another great video, Russ! We enjoy the comments and impressions! Thanks for leaving the camera roll while you drive.
Another beautiful video and reminder of a trip years ago with my Dad. We travelled cheap and light and took in the scenery. I am fascinated by the geology of rocky areas and mountains . The video is beautiful and entertaining. Thanks. I'm glad you bought a Mercedes Van and a drone.
WOW. WOW. WOW. The drive was incredible. The writings were amazing to see and the scenery is epic. Thanks for taking me along on this trip. I really appreciate the ride. I am from Colorado Springs Co and if you get down here, it would be great to meet for lunch. If you do that kind of stuff. Thanks for the ride. Stay safe and happy adventuring.
Yet another beautiful place. 🚐🚐. Thanks Russ!
Good day Russ . Nice trip in this National Park . Very good .👍👍😊✌ .Take care stay safe .See Ya .
We love watching especially because you are alone so we feel like we are traveling with you and you have a wonderfully peaceful voice. We know the work that is involved putting a video on line so a big thank from David and Kathleen.
Hi Russ.What a wonderful mixture of scenery. I hope you can keep finding these jewels to show us.Stay safe.
Some of the best tent camping i ever did nice Thank you
Great views, unbelievable rock colors and formations, thanks for stopping and doing short hikes really enjoyed the video, glad you take the time to stop and enjoy some of the scenery, stay safe.
My friends in Utah told me about this one........so beautiful! Stayed for 5 days.....
Thx Russ , the only park in Utah we have not visited so glad we got to see it through your eyes .?it was lovely so senic
I think it is the most underrated park in Utah.
Wow! Russ, you should not have turned around at the visitor's center. The scenic drive straight ahead is the best of the Park. Something to come back and camp in the campground with a view.
Thanks Russ. You were right. Utah did not disappoint...
Those orchards are about 150 years old.(early pioneer days) Loved the early morning sun and shadow photography! So, you being a Colorado River guy, are we heading up to the headwaters of the Colorado?
Thanks again Russ.
If you want to go to Rocky mountain national park you will need to make a reservation. $2 reservation gives you a 2 hour window to enter the park. Weekends are tougher to book. The drive over trail ridge road would get you lots of views!
Enjoy Colorado!
Hi Russ! Awesome videos and scenery! Thank you! ❤️
I'm with you on hiking Russ but today you were a hiking crazy man. Keep up the quick drone shots those are awesome. Great road trip again.
I70 through Colorado, especially past Grand Junction and though Glenwood Canyon, is a spectacular drive.
That one formation that looked like a layer cake on the side of the two lane you were on 13:23 looks familiar. I'm thinking that might have been a scene in Easy Rider where Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper were riding their choppers past.
Visited there just a few years ago. Wonderful bunch of history. It was drizzly Fall. Apples everywhere. Bakery had everything apple you could want. Rode way back in. Just overwhelming rock displays. Thanks for more good memories.
You’ve inspired my to start flying my drone more. Thanks for the inspiration!
I like your early riser videos...very nice!
Hey Russ - I am posting this BEFORE watching....thanks for another AWESOME video!!! Be safe out there. Mike & Brenda
Thank you
Thank you for another great video, awesome aerial views.
Was there last September Hwy 12 was fantastic as was Mexican Hat Monument Valley ☮️🌵
Good one Russ. I would have been tempted to take a wade in the water.
Wow just gorgeous. Another wonderful stop on this journey. Thank you Russ for allowing me to participate in the virtual 2020 vacation. Simply beautiful. Stay safe. Wishing you a super week. Hugs Susan
I highly recommend Redstone Colo and the Castle. From there head south to Blue Mesa, then Montrose to Ridgeway
Very good video, thanks Russ from Puerto Rico. We appreciate your excellent job for us ,
Ocean, Desert, Swamp! The natural wonders of our world. Another great episode :-)
early morning starts on road trips are THE best!
Always a quality video product. Very professional.
nice road trip Russ Thank You!!
Thanks from Spain😍
Amazing!
Greetings!
Thanks Russ for helping me reminisce about the times I've spent in Capital Reef. Hope you get to return there and take in more of the sites. Took me (3) trips to get my fill of it. That drive thru Escalante is hard to top though. You can spend a couple of full days alone just in and around Escalante. Safe travels friend.
Got your morning walk in. Be safe!
Beautiful
Enjoyed Capital Reef. Thanks.
Heading there This coming Monday. SO look forward to this trip
Another great video! Many thanks, Russ! Really enjoying my armchair traveling!👍👋🇺🇸
Thanks Again Russ!
🙋♀️Hello Russ! I'm glad you pointed out the petroglyph, I could see those little people figures. That walk to the natural bridge would have been hot. That sign for falling rocks was backward. You need warned going in. Be careful. Thankfully you are wise to the crumbling areas to understand nature. Just beautiful! I'm fascinated with this scenery. Through your eyes, I get to enjoy this! 👍
Love the adventure Russ! 😊
when you get to co run 70 east to hiway 24 ,very senic through there over battle mountian to salida to 50 to canon city ,ark river
Hello Russ ,
We throughly enjoyed the pettroglift very interesting. I myself am into things like that,...historical of the times.
Yeah you will need your hiking boots for sure haha.
Thank you for sharing your adventures with us.Stay safe.
Larry & Linda
I live in Washington DC area, Exit 17 and 13:10 into this video...you don't know what heavy traffic really is!
Great trip so far. Bravo !!
Thank you Russ.
Good evening Russ, Wow what a beautiful place so much to see. When you get to Grand Junction Colorado try and find some fresh fruit stands if they are open this time of year. Getcha some sweet treats to munch on going down the road. Are you going to go up into the Grand Mesa area? I've never been there but was told there are some nice lakes and a lot of boondocking camping areas. See You Soon!
Gorgeous Utah! ❤️
The virtual tour so far has been so delightful thank you Russ
Rockfall hazard that's good to know lolol. Thank you such a beautiful place.
I was through there many years ago, it's still beautiful. Thanks Russ.
THANKS
I've toured through this area extensively a few years back and it is quite spectacular.
good afternoon like the side views
Hey Russ!!! Talk about "ROCKS" No shortage in UTAH!! Beautiful!! Stay safe!!
Really nice video Russ! Thanks.
Suggestion. If ever in Capital Reef again, jump on Caineville Wash Road, off Hwy 24 just before entering the park if coming from Hanksville. Decent gravel road and it heads up to Hartnet road to allow you to circle back to Hwy 24 further west. I always did it in a Hummer, but know many who have done it in PU trucks and even a Subaru. Nothing tricky, but believe me, it will floor you with the beauty. And there is always the Pyramids to the Moon and Sun.
I might have to subscribe to keep my memories of UT alive. Other than looking at a million photos taken with my Nikons.
Loved today's drive. It looked like you may have walked a little faster under those overhanging rock. 😁 I think I would have. Don't want the 2020 visual vacation tour to end prematurely. Thanks for the ride. 👍🙏. Be safe.
Spectacular area Russ. Thanks so much for the tour!
Hey Russ!...Just thought you might want to know, It's still 92 deg. here in the mountains of Prescott and talk of 96 deg. on Friday...whew! That means it's near 400 deg. in Quartzsite!.....You picked a good time to beat the heat, were just going to stay inside with the A/C on and enjoy your videos........
I went to this park many years ago and I remember Fruita, which I believe was one of, if not the first Mormon settlement. I would have done that 2.25 mile hike. It looked very nice. I was with my friend Harry, who was driving, and I remember we went down a canyon road that just kept getting more narrow until it turned into a dirt road, if I remember correctly. We wanted to see how far you could go. Nice park and thanks for reminding me what it looks like!
Love your stops. You are a great guide and I hope to visit some of these places some day. Thanks for the adventures!
Best YT so far this season. Actually prettier than Bryce. Thanks for bringing us along with you👋👍
Roughing it without your mountain climbing boots!!! It's a canyon not a valley - Where the River cut out the rock!!! Rock same on both sides!!!
Very pretty area!