Mt. Guyot // Hiking to the 2nd Highest Peak in the Great Smoky Mountains
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- Опубликовано: 14 июл 2022
- #smokymountains #backpacking #lumixgh6
On June 11th-12th, The "Trail Tribe" (Chad, Nick, and Samuel) and a very special guest (Kyle) traveled from Lexington, KY to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park to embark on a rugged 30mile adventure. Our quest was to locate the peak of Mt. Guyot, the park's 2nd highest peak (6,621ft), which is also the highest peak East of the Rocky Mtns without a designated trail to the top.
Join us on this narrated journey through one of the most secluded and remote sections of the "Wild East".
-Chad's Channel: / @beyondthecampfire
-Nick's Channel: / smokeybeesnatural
Gear Used for This Trip:
-Waymark LITE 50L Pack
-Thermarest Neoair Uberlite Pad
-Enlightened Equipment Convert APEX Quilt/Bag
Portions of the narration were used courtesy of the following articles:
-Trailside Talk: www.smokiesinformation.org/ne...
-Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_G...)
Clips of Clingman's Dome and LeConte were used courtesy of the following videos:
-Clingman's Dome: • Clingmans Dome - Highp...
-Mt. Leconte: • Sacred Mountain of the...
I have to say that y’all are pretty tough for tackling this mountain! Yet again, another great video! And always, thank you for educating me on the beauty of Kentucky and Tennessee!
It was a doozy for sure! Very remote and rugged, but made for a great experience! Thanks so much for tuning in again!
Outstanding video Samuel. Great job on getting to the summit!!! I’m sure it was hard but worth it.
Those bloopers 😂😂
Thanks so much, Jason! Glad you enjoyed the video. It was a really surreal experience getting to that summit, it felt so remote! And my Trail Tribe knows how to leave me some comedic relief!
Awesome video! My wife and I still have this peak get on my SB6K list. This video makes me look even more forward to it!
Thanks so much for watching! I hope you enjoy your trip to Guyot when you all decide to go- it truly is a remote and ruggedly beautiful mountain! Be sure to subscribe to stay tuned for more!
So beautiful place. Big like for you hiking tour. Greeting from Thailand.
Thank you so much for watching!! Very cool meeting someone from Thailand!
I'm so glad you decided to skip ahead and make this video! It's a top 3-5 BB video for me, easily. The footage looks great (that HDR! those colors!), there's a good variety of scenery and types of shots, the narration is excellent, and there's a strong narrative holding it all together. Plus, it was just a good time! Well, except for Gunter Fork and Snake Den Ridge...
0:30 Your non-narrated videos work very well without narration, but this intro make me glad that the narration is back. Great insights throughout!
0:56 I like the way you introduce the “out there” theme and continue it throughout the video. This episode holds together very well thematically.
1:30 I must agree with Mr. Guyot on this one.
2:22 The fade into your intro made me realize how much that shot resembles your animation!
3:00 I highly approve of this map sequence 😉
4:38 Great musical selections throughout the whole video. The space-y sound of this section works really well as we see the alien-looking snail pulling its shell along.
5:45 Huge shoutout to Kyle! He’s already a better hiker than I am! I was impressed with his hiking ability and his up-for-anything attitude. It was a pleasure to have him along with us, and I hope he can join us again at some point.
6:38 I love this sequence of rhododendron shots, with the music slowly fading in, the shallow depth of field, and that bokeh.
7:05 The color and clarity of the water was incredible. The glacial blue of the water and the purplish rocks remind me a little of Montana.
7:52 This shot shows off the clarity of the water even better. Wow.
7:58 I’m still waiting for someone to complain about us always crossing creeks the “lazy” way and not taking the time to take off our shoes and socks, haha.
8:40 The combination of slow-mo footage, running water sound, and music is so relaxing here. Which is fitting, because this place was an oasis on that brutal trail.
9:15 Great telephoto shot!
9:58 Whatever lens you were using gave you some great bokeh. This one is even better than the rhododendron one.
11:20 There are several shots in this sequence where your increased dynamic range is very noticeable, and this one is a good example of it. It’s making me want to shoot in VLog, because I always struggle to get the sky to look right in shots with deep shadows. You nailed it. And the colors look great too!
12:00 It’s not a Smokies video unless these rocks make an appearance.
13:00 I love that you included our exchange with this guy over our shared hatred of Gunter Fork 😁
13:58 “The squirrels are organizing.” 🐿
15:05 Is this a timelapse? I think I remember you trying a timelapse right around this time. Those ghostly clouds are amazing.
15:25 The sharpness of the craters of the moon is making me regret not borrowing your 300mm lens!
16:00 The symmetry of this shot is very satisfying. I have mixed feelings about shelters in general, but there’s always something appealing about the footage we get at them: the strangers coming together, the gear spread out all over, the conversation and laughter. There’s something cozy about it.
16:45 Yes! The “highest peaks in the Smokies” theme song!
17:12 “Sardined” is an appropriate description.
18:20 The quotes you used are better than any description I could come up with for the feeling of this place. Also, it’s a shame that our backpacks were eaten by bears while we were looking for the peak.
19:15 One of my desktop backgrounds on my work computer right now.
19:48 You’re right about the sense of wilderness. It made up for the lack of views. I’m glad we decided to do the bushwhacking. I really enjoy going off trail in search of things. It brings back the sense of discovery I felt when I was a kid running around in the woods with my brother.
20:45 This shot of Kyle hiking into the dense growth while fog blows overhead is one of my favorites in the whole video.
21:20 The only thing that would have improved this trip is if we had views like this on a few of the other trails. This section was spectacular.
22:04 Ugh, sorry you had to deal with the knee pain, but I'm glad you're almost back to 100% now. We need to all be healthy for our next adventure. Snake Den Ridge wasn't a great time for me either.
23:10 The music and the selection of leisurely shots really give a sense of “winding down” to the adventure. I appreciate a good denouement!
24:00 I’m with you on the “splendid satisfaction of knowing it’s out there.” I wouldn’t want everything to be civilized and easily-accessible.
24:45 I see the bloopers have started early 😂🍑🐖
25:10 #foodporn
25:49 I almost choked laughing at this 🤣💩🤣💩
26:10 Don’t we all?
27:10 This gets me every time 🤣🤣 This has to be your best blooper reel. I can’t stop laughing at it.
Thanks, as always, for putting together and sharing our adventures. I was only half-joking when I said I don't even need to make my version of this video now, haha. This is basically the video I wanted to make! But don't worry, I'll put the BtC spin on it soon. You've given me some motivation to work on it. This one is definitely going in my playlist of videos to watch when I'm feeling down. Thanks for the inspiration, brother! I'll see you soon: hopefully this weekend!
Wow, thank you so much for the overwhelming response to this video, brother! I’m elated that the effort to slog through Vlog format and putting in the extra steps to get some of these shots paid off. I was very very happy with how this video turned out. It has quickly become one of my favorites, as well. I’ll get right into your thoughts!
- I’m glad to hear that someone missed the BB narration! I’m always so self-conscious about my abilities as a narrator, partially because I know a YT narrating legend 😉. It was a refreshing change of pace getting back into the groove of writing and researching my thoughts on a particular trip!
- Those two articles I linked in the description really helped the narrative so much in this episode, especially with the “Out There” Theme. If I ever meet the authors of either of them, they will receive a much longer thank you for my “borrowing” of their words haha.
- This trip kicked our you-know-what’s, just like Guyot! Haha
- You are so right! I didn’t notice that until you said something, but maybe that’s because they blended so well together that it was hard to tell the difference! Thanks again for making my channel animation. It’s my favorite!
- Thanks again for your lesson on DaVinci Animations! Coming in clutch these dayzzz
- I’m not going to lie, I found a lot of the songs for this episode through previous BTC episodes. You deserve another round of “thank you’s” for exposing me to such fitting music! Heck, I should just make you a co-contributor to this episode, because your hands are all over it! 😉
- I totally felt the same about Kyle! If he hiked/backpacked as much as we do, he’d be another Jason Wish! I was so impressed with his ability and attitude. Hope he can rejoin the Trail Tribe soon!
- I loved this rhodo sequence too. The cloud cover changing the color and shading of the forest floor while we walked past that bloom was almost metamorphic.
- Such a good point about the water and rocks! My poor colorblind eyes didn’t notice the purplish hues, so you will need to point them out to me next time! I always love me a good Montana connection.
- My lone shot at 5.7K to help with the clarity of the water! 😉
- And I will roll my eyes at them the whole time they complain! #dryfeetareimportant
- Darn you for getting me addicted to slomo hahahaha. I loved this sequence at the cascades. It was surpisingly scenic and beautiful, despite the low flow.
- Shots like this make carrying that Big Chungus 100-300mm worth it!
- LOL The lens I got all of the bokeh from was my 12-35mm f2.8 that I just sold hahahaha. Hope I don’t regret that one!
- Dude you should totally shoot in Vlog this weekend at Cave Run! I found a way to select the LUT for all my clips in the timeline all at one time in DaVinci, and it makes the process seamless! I’ll totally show you when I come up to visit. It will be hard for me to shoot in anything other than Vlog now because of the ridiculous amount of HDR and room to play with the lighting, color, and shadows.
- Yet another BTC inspiration from your Rocky Top video when I saw your clips and words of these granite stones looking like glaciers popping out of the ground.
- Part of me wanted to move this to the bloopers section, but Im glad I didn’t. Such an honest, candid moment of how hard it was to get to that shelter. It just makes me smile and laugh of the shared agony everyone had who took that route.
- I’m glad we didn’t witness any militant squirrels on this trip!
- I wasn’t able to use my timelapse shot, the colors and framing were off, but it something I still want to do! I just filmed the clouds moving over the moon for about 1-2min and then sped everything up to give it that timelapse feel. Another trick courtesy of BTC 😉
- The moon shots were by far my most beloved shots from this trip. I was worried since I used clips from other channels for part of the intro that people would think I borrowed these moon shots, too. They almost look and feel like I didn’t take them. And that lens is got your name written all over it!
- I think my disposition on shelters has grown a lot, too. When I did the PMT for the first time back in 2018, you couldn’t pay me to use a shelter. I was almost afraid of them. Nowadays, they have become almost a haven for me/us in times of need on trail. It’s also such a challenge for me to film once we get to camp, but I am always so thankful I pushed through the exhaustion when I get home and see the clips, because the camp/shelter sequence add so much character and memory to our trip.
- I wonder where I got that song from? 😉 #BTCFTW
-Still can’t believe we all crammed inside of there #TWSS
- Agreed on the continued quotes about Guyot. As much as I would love to be able to create my own prose on the experiences we had on trips like this, it often feels just as moving to look back and read the words other men and women wrote about traversing the same area with less resources and technology at their disposal. It’s very moving to me. Also, IYKYK about dropping backs and bears 😉
- Such a great group photo! You can see the joy in our faces from finding that elusive summit.
- Totally worth it too, imo. I think you and I had a conversation about this concept in the past: about what “era” you would want to live in if it was not the one we were in currently. I remember you saying the era where individuals were still discovering new land that had not been settled or developed or even witness with the human eye before is what you would choose. Moments like this on top of Guyot bring me closer to the sense of that era.
- I couldn’t stop staring at that fog/cloud moving over Kyle’s head while editing this shot. I barely got it snapped in time before it went away. One of my favorites.
- I know! I wished we had more views, too. But maybe the lack of views makes the ones we did get to see that much more special. I seem to think I have a much more refined memory on those mountain vistas along Guyot compared to somewhere like Gregory Bald or Andrew’s Bald, because there I was on sensory overload from the over-abundance of views haha.
- Part of me is glad that the injury happened, because it helped ground me and give me more empathy to my fellow trail brothers who have experienced trail pain before. But I agree, we need to be 100% when the fall comes!
- I often feel like it’s complete luck when I find songs and have clips at my disposal to do those “wind down” scenes. Those things just seem to fall in my lap sometimes, and I am not mad about it! I really loved this song for the end of the video.
- This was indeed splendidly satisfying getting to embrace the suck to reach Guyot. I can’t wait for the next one! Maybe Beaver Creek Wilderness???
- Gotta love those local, wacky food signs! Don’t forget the “Wash Balls Here” in the men’s bathroom!
- Obligatory slomo food pan shot 😉
- In the moment, I felt so childish googling “fart sound effects” for this blooper, but now that the video is done and uploaded, I wouldn’t want it any other way hahaha.
- The two best foodgroups, IMO!
- Nick killed me with this one!
Thanks again for taking the time to watch and leave me your thoughts and insights on the video as a fellow creator. And especially for being apart of the fun on this trip! Your presence and friendship on and off the trail are a blessing, and the Trail Tribe wouldn’t be the same without ya! Can’t wait to see your version of this crazy adventure! Can’t wait to get out on the lake this weekend, too. See you then!
What an amazing trip that must have been. Awesome video my friend!!
Thanks so much for watching! Yes it was an amazing trip, indeed!
Another great one, Samuel Janes
Thanks so much, Darrell! Really appreciate you taking the time to watch! Glad you are enjoying the content- the episodes are made with good people like you in mind!
Awesome 👏
Thanks so much for watching!
The summit of Guyot is also locally known as "The Crown of the Smokies" I was standing right there when that sign was being tied to that tree. I've visited that summit probably a dozen times or so. one of my favorite places to visit in of the Smokies. so peaceful up there. great video. I have a few videos of this summit as well.
That's such a cool experience you have with Guyot! It would have been awesome to be there the day that sign was hung. It's definitely a remote but strangely beautiful summit to be at. Thanks for watching!
Very small bag, lmbo. Awesome hike!
Thanks so much for watching!
lokasi yg bagus dan indah 😍
Thanks for watching!
Bravo, sir! Possibly the best overall video you've produced. Thank you!
Thank you, Pop Pop!! Means alot to receive that kind of positive feedback and encouragement. Appreciate you always tuning in! Have a great weekend :)
Very beautiful! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks so much for watching! 🙂
Beautiful and breathtaking as usual! Thanks!
Thanks so much for watching!! Glad you enjoyed the footage 🙂
Well done my brother! What a wonderful video and narration! I really enjoyed this trip! OH BOY THOSE BLOOPERS!!! I almost woke up the house, laughing!
Thanks so much brother! This was an epic adventure, I’m glad we all successfully found the summit! I can’t tell you how many times I watched the bloopers while editing, they were addicting haha 😂
@@BluegrassBackcountry those bloopers deserved their own video! 🤣🤣🤣 I showed them to my coworker and she died laughing 😃
What a wonderful way to enjoy my coffee this morning and climb the 2nd highest mtn in the Smokies☺️I’m just blown away at how that part of the Smokies seems it’s been frozen in time . I can only imagine the fragrance you got to smell 😊. What a magical place to go where not many have gone !! Last but not least the bloopers were on point👌🏻😂😂So proud of you hope your knees have recovered ! Love you❤️
Thanks so much for watching, Mom! Yes this is a well-preserved portion of the Smokies for sure, I am so glad that there are still "wild" places like this for people to enjoy! There were so many sights, sounds, and smells to soak in! And my "Trail Tribe" left quite a bit of bloopers for me to work with this time haha. Love you!
Wish I could visit that too
Hope you can someday, it's an awesome place! Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe!
The area around the summit is definitely sasquatch country
I wouldn’t doubt it! Thanks for watching!
Loved watching our video. Planning to hike this trail 2nd week June. Trying to get all the information I can on this trail. Quedtion for you, is the Tricorner Knobe shelt at the summit?
Thanks so much for reaching out! I am glad you enjoyed the video. In response to your question: Tricorner Knob shelter is not at the summit of Mt. Guyot or Tricorner Knob. It is along the Appalachian Trail about 0.1mi downhill. You will have to go completely off trail and unmarked to find Guyot. There will be some red flagging tape along some spruce trees to your right while going northbound on the AT as your near Guyot's coordinates. From there, it's a 500ft bushwack straight up. Let me know how else I can help!
@@BluegrassBackcountry Thank you so much. I re-watched your video several time and figured it out. Looks like the shelter is past where you go off trail to the summit.
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The video editing and overall execution of this video is flawless! This video deserves hundreds of thousands or more views! We frequent backcountry camping in the Smoky Mountains and I personally understand the extra effort and time that it requires to create professional video productions like this one! Feel free to hit me up if you're ever looking for a RUclips collab!
Wow, thank you so much for the kind words about my video! This project was definitely a labor of love. Getting some of these shots in such a remote and rugged environment definitely takes alot of effort, so I appreciate those who notice and understand that! Would love to collab sometime, feel free to send me an email at stja224@gmail.com and we can chat about it! Thanks for watching! :)
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I really enjoyed your video! It was very serious and dramatic, but ended with a comic twist with the bloopers. Anyhow, for those who might be interested, Guyot can also be climbed as a day hike from Cosby Campground, up the Snake Den Ridge Trail. Best wishes to you and your hiking crew!
Hey thanks so much for the kind comment about the video! Really glad you enjoyed the viewing. Definitely agree about the day hike option, although that would be a pretty brutal route to do in one day with all that elevation! Thanks again, dont forget to subscribe, and stay tuned for more adventures to come!
How long does it take to hike up this mountain?
Once you leave the AT and head off trail up to the summit, probably less than 30 min if you are in relatively good fitness and have gps coordinates. We made it up in probably around 10min
Great hike. But viewers wanting to repeat your off trail adventure should know that it's a big NO NO to leave your packs unattended at the trail while you ventured off trail to the summit. Because you don't say otherwise, the implication is that you left food unattended and unprotected in bear country.
Thanks for watching! In terms of your statement about leaving our packs unattended, there were several different factors at play that made us feel comfortable and safe leaving them along the trail:
1) We felt like this would be a good sign for hikers passing through to see that someone was in the area in the event we got lost or one of us got injured. That would be a point of access SAR could trace.
2) This was our last day on trail, and we had little to no food left in our packs.
3) All of our food is double bagged to prevent odors from being emitted while hiking.
Hope this info helps!
@@BluegrassBackcountry Sounds like you're missing the point. Leaving food unattended isn't about your safety, it's about the safety of the bears and the backpackers that come after you. What starts with a bear finding food in an unattended pack can and DOES lead to bears associating packs with food, people with packs, and then both people and bears are put in danger. Every year, campsites get shut down because people decide to not properly protect the bears from their food... usually things don't escalate beyond that, but it does happen. As for food being double bagged... bears WILL still smell food through bags. Being double bagged might slow a bear being attracted to the food from a great distance, but if a bear comes upon those packs, he WILL be able to smell that food, double bagged or not. If there was very little food left, and you didn't want everyone to take all their gear with them up the mountain... the appropriate thing to have done would have been to consolidate all the food and haul at least one pack up the hill with that little bit of food.
Beyond that, it sounds like a great trip... I'm actually hoping to ascent Guyot myself some time this year. The few times I've hiked along the side of Guyot, I've not been able to locate the spur trail, and from what I've read over time, sounds like there's a couple of different spur trails to the top.
@@josephssocialmedia3162 Thanks for the info! We will keep that in mind on our next adventure. Thanks again for watching!