Your solo backpacking adventure in the Eastern Sierra sounds incredible! The way you described the climb up Bishop Pass, the serenity of the Chocolate-Ruwau Trail, and the breathtaking views of alpine lakes really paints a vivid picture. It must have been a magical experience, especially camping by Long Lake with the panoramic Sierra views and the starry night sky. I love how your trip captured the solitude and raw beauty of the wilderness. I’m sure anyone who loves exploring nature would be inspired by your journey! Looking forward to hearing more about your adventures.
PEAK is hands down the best backpacking meals in my opinion. Half the sodium, double the flavor. Thanks for the video on this rainy winter day in Nor Cal. I also took your advice and bought the Alps Mountaineering 0 degree bag. I am a die hard fan of KUIU gear but just couldn't beat the price!
One of my favorite places. I’ve been there several times. One of your drone shots at the beginning went over one of my campsites tucked in at the edge of Long Lake.
Always ready. Love your vid as much as being there. Have a knee replacement coming soon this year but gonna get back out there and this is one of my new destinations. That Island is so inviting. Thanks again for your share!
Was this in July of 24? I literally discovered all the Eastern Sierra trails because of you! I’ve hit most of the bucket list trails in the past almost 2 years. For sure hitting up Choco lakes this summer & Kearsarge Pass.
posted January 31, 2025, surprised that your video doesn't show a lot of snow up there right now. Just kidding actually, but it would be real nice to know when this trip took place. Almost all of the many hiking videos that I watch on the Eastern Sierra never post a date of their trip...not sure why.
Thank you for the amazing photography and trip info Scott. Your videos inspired me to visit the Eastern Sierra in October 2024 and now planning for 2025.
Who's ready for an overnight in the Eastern Sierra? 😃
When and where?
Me!Me!
I too love backpacking in the High Sierras! Love watching your videos. Great content and you are always smiling!
California is just amazing!!! I can watch all your amazing videos all day. The mountains are just amazing!!!
@@kaysul4251 eastern sierras....the best
Absolutely 👍
Amen :)
Your solo backpacking adventure in the Eastern Sierra sounds incredible! The way you described the climb up Bishop Pass, the serenity of the Chocolate-Ruwau Trail, and the breathtaking views of alpine lakes really paints a vivid picture. It must have been a magical experience, especially camping by Long Lake with the panoramic Sierra views and the starry night sky. I love how your trip captured the solitude and raw beauty of the wilderness. I’m sure anyone who loves exploring nature would be inspired by your journey! Looking forward to hearing more about your adventures.
Thank you - glad you enjoyed it! 😊
Absolutely phenomenal video man! Frames, storytelling and editing are flawless! Just brilliant work!
Thank you so much! :)
I did it three years ago. And then the JMT over Muir Pass.
Most scenic hike of my life.
I'm jealous - it's so gorgeous there! Amazing video once again.
Thank you - I can't get enough of the High Sierra!!
I just did chocolate lake loop trail last October...me and my 2 border collies 😊.
So beautiful in the fall. Have a great day
PEAK is hands down the best backpacking meals in my opinion. Half the sodium, double the flavor. Thanks for the video on this rainy winter day in Nor Cal. I also took your advice and bought the Alps Mountaineering 0 degree bag. I am a die hard fan of KUIU gear but just couldn't beat the price!
One of my favorite places. I’ve been there several times. One of your drone shots at the beginning went over one of my campsites tucked in at the edge of Long Lake.
As I continued to watch, you camped in the same spot we did, when the lake was frozen. It’s a lovely spot.
Always ready. Love your vid as much as being there. Have a knee replacement coming soon this year but gonna get back out there and this is one of my new destinations. That Island is so inviting. Thanks again for your share!
All the best on your upcoming knee replacement and wish you a speedy recovery!
Beautifully done…thanks!
Thank you very much :)
Alright...you've inspired me. Making plans to go to the Eastern Sierra this summer.
Have a great time!
Spectacular scenery
Can't wait to get back out there!
Was this in July of 24? I literally discovered all the Eastern Sierra trails because of you! I’ve hit most of the bucket list trails in the past almost 2 years. For sure hitting up Choco lakes this summer & Kearsarge Pass.
August :)
Can't believe those trails were that void of other hikers in the month of August!?
I did the bishop pass trail on horseback into dusy basin awesome experience
Sounds amazing! Would love to do that one day!
@Sheety33 there are pack stations that have tours or groups that want you camp they'll bring all your gear we did a cowboy camp
Just curious if that first lake on the trail was Sabrina. I haven't seen it that full in a long time. If so, glad to see the levels are up.
The first lake is South Lake, near Lake Sabrina. I was very happy to see the water level this high after about 5-years of below average levels.
That island at Long Lake looks like it'd be a great tent site. "Needs more salt"... not something you'd normally hear about a MH meal. :)
Anyone have an ultralight canoe / boat I can use to get to that island? Yes, I couldn't believe it needed more salt!!!
Looks realy beautiful. What lenses did or would you bring for such a tuff through hike? Something lightweight, right? Apsc or ff ?
Love your videos! Where’s the family?
Thank you very much! Will be in an upcoming video!
You can't be up there now?? Because it's snowing and raining right now in california..
Shoes: Brooks Cascadia 16?
They’re amazing - durable and comfy for long trails. 👍 Love my Brooks Cascadia 16's!!
I thought it was snowing up there scott ?
Oh, it is! This was filmed during August :)
I am hearing there is a big snow storm on the way in California in the mountains?
Rumor has it the storm will arrive next week - so excited :D We need the rain / snow!!
It’s a January trip? 😮
Filmed in August :)
I am so ready to hike in the mountains... The eastern sierras.. I live in modesto , so i'm not very far.. Where are you going
What month was this during?
August
posted January 31, 2025, surprised that your video doesn't show a lot of snow up there right now. Just kidding actually, but it would be real nice to know when this trip took place. Almost all of the many hiking videos that I watch on the Eastern Sierra never post a date of their trip...not sure why.
Filmed in August :)
Thank you for the amazing photography and trip info Scott. Your videos inspired me to visit the Eastern Sierra in October 2024 and now planning for 2025.
Map of the trek?
I need to figure out how to link a map of the hike - any suggestions?
@Sheety33
Map it on Caltopo and then just pin a link in the comments?
Put some wild onions in beef stroganoff
Great idea!
@Sheety33 whenever wild onions are plentiful the deer eat em