Tour Utah National Parks: The Mighty 5 & beyond Travel Guide with photography tips

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  • Опубликовано: 1 июн 2024
  • 90 minute Road Trip Travel Guide to through National Parks in Utah, Arizona, New Mexico and Colorado. We visit 8 National Parks (not really Zion), incredible state parks and the Icon of the West- Monument Valley. Very comprehensive
    0:00 Overview-
    2:54 Monument Valley
    18:30 Intro to the Moab Area
    20:08 Arches NP
    32:27 Canyonlands NP
    39:15 Drive down the 4x4 Shafer trail- Spectacular!
    51:44 Moab Side Trips- Castle Valley and DeadHorse Point
    56:47 Moab to Bryce: Goblin Valley, Capitol Reef NP, Bryce NP and the Moki Dugway
    1:09:00 Kodachrome State Park
    1:12:36 Bryce to Mesa Verde- Including the Petrified Forest and Rte. 66
    1:21:58 Chaco Culture National Monument
    1:26:11 Fly over Valley of the Gods near Monument Valley

Комментарии • 586

  • @michaelschmidt8968
    @michaelschmidt8968 4 месяца назад +4

    This video is amazingly well done - informative, scenic, comprehensive, super easy to watch. Definitely just became my #1 source for planning my upcoming trip. Thanks for this.

  • @celticone4677
    @celticone4677 2 года назад +7

    My husband and I went on a tour of the national parks of America. It was wonderful, and the history and geographic splendour will stay with us forever.

    • @psilocybemusashi
      @psilocybemusashi 2 года назад

      haha we have the best parks in the world. literally nothing compares. they used to sit mostly empty except in peak tourist season. now they're being overrun by international tourists. well we have to share i guess. hahaha

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад

      Not with COVID- not many flights

  • @frankstark3036
    @frankstark3036 2 года назад +7

    FINALLY a photographer who cares enough to teach and share his knowledge and experience. Although I’ve been to most of these parks, I’ve learned a lot and would love to go back. At times some of the video seemed a bit rushed and would have liked a little more information on the sites especially the side tours and smaller parks. An outstanding job. You MUST do more

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад

      thanks. my channel has many more videos including some of the 4 corners area with lots of info. btw- most viewers want less info. so as a writer its a fine line. and the under 35s need a fast pace

  • @MikeP2055
    @MikeP2055 2 года назад +2

    I grew up in Salt Lake and St. George, UT, with a father who's an archeologist and big ol' nerd. He also happens to be the oldest of four sons, so we Jones boys have been to literally ALL of these places. Unfortunately my pops had a stroke a while back, and now has Alzheimer's, so it's been ages since I got to venture off the beaten path and into the beautiful nooks and crannies those four maniacs would always drag me to.
    I'm very under the weather right now and this video made my "puke, shiver uncontrollably, sweat buckets, eat saltines, repeat" day so much more bearable. A million childhood memories came flooding back to me. (Hiking through Devil's Garden in winter, a light dusting of fresh snow on the fins, and the entire park to ourselves . . .) It was great.
    Cheers, mate.

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад +1

      thanks! its nice to hear how my work helps people. one say i hope to go there when there’s snow.

    • @MikeP2055
      @MikeP2055 2 года назад

      @@TheWestisBig It was so much fun to watch. I currently live in Salt Lake and don't get down south as much as I'd like.
      St. George, in the far southwest corner of the state, has a new airport and many more flights now. Aside from being geologically gorgeous, it has a very similar climate to nearby Las Vegas so it would be ideal for a winter trip. Snow Canyon State Park is in St. George (I graduated from Snow Canyon High at the mouth of the canyon), Zion, the Kolob section of Zion (off I-15 near Cedar City), Virgin River Gorge, Red Cliffs Rec area, and Cedar Breaks Ntnl Mon. are all a day trip away, then you can return to the palm trees of St. George, haha.

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад +1

      I might have to do that one day. I'm editing a winter trip I took through New mexico's park right now. Please subscribe to me channel so I can keep on making videos

  • @whisperm21
    @whisperm21 3 года назад +4

    I make this trip in 2013.
    Is amazing.
    Everybody must see this beautiful land.
    God bless America.

  • @sharennyberg7795
    @sharennyberg7795 3 года назад +26

    If you go to Arches or Bryce canyon it's best to start at the back of the park and work your way toward the park entrance. It's less crowded this way.

    • @buzzcrushtrendkill
      @buzzcrushtrendkill 2 года назад +1

      Yes, I can second that. I was there Sep. 2020 and did just that, went directly to the back in the morning and worked back towards the entrance.

  • @reidellis1988
    @reidellis1988 Год назад +2

    Imagine exploring this area 45 years ago. That was a huge part of my childhood. I feel very lucky.

  • @mitchelbrown1947
    @mitchelbrown1947 2 года назад +3

    As a Geologist myself, I am very happy that you explain how some of the formations formed. And the material is incredible. Iam very happy to travel to this area to annoy my wife with geological facts on our honeymoon.

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад

      Thanks! Im working on a Parks of the Rio Grande Rift travel guide - lots of geology in it- i’m using timelapse bake goods to illustrate rising plates and rifting. btw- are u Familiar with Nick Zenter’s geology lectures. they’re on utube and r pretty good

  • @jtroueche1980
    @jtroueche1980 4 года назад +6

    I toured this country every summer for years with my family growing up. My father a professional photographer would take me with him early in the morning to get shots with his 8 by 10 camera. the best memories of my life the National Parks in Utah and South Dakota.

  • @ayechapin1
    @ayechapin1 2 года назад +30

    I have never seen such an informative well presented yet entertaining and interesting video like this before... it had me pausing, and backtracking every so often. Thanks for the amazing content and detailed bits and pieces about sun positions and times for the best pictures etc.

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад +3

      THanks! It's nice to hear people can see the difference!! It took over 30 days to shoot and much longer to edit. I've also been producing video professionally for over 25 years.

    • @chriswang9724
      @chriswang9724 2 года назад +2

      l

    • @HamztaZ
      @HamztaZ Год назад +2

      Agreed

  • @collectsoulpleasure1800
    @collectsoulpleasure1800 3 года назад +3

    Nice and informative video.Thanks for sharing.Stay Blessed.🥰

  • @superh2923
    @superh2923 3 года назад +4

    Beautiful video. Thank you for showcasing God’s amazing creation!

  • @jasperbuitenhuis6771
    @jasperbuitenhuis6771 2 года назад +1

    You're videos should be on tv they are just so so Great

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад +1

      thanks for noticing. I’ve been making professional media for clients for over 20 years

    • @jasperbuitenhuis6771
      @jasperbuitenhuis6771 2 года назад

      @@TheWestisBig I'm not surprised by that at all. Wonderful work I've been really enjoying you're videos.

  • @gedofgont1006
    @gedofgont1006 3 года назад +8

    Thank you so much, Steve!
    I haven't enjoyed a travelogue as much as this for a long time.
    I loved everything about it: your photography; the tone of your narration; the pacing of each sequence; the incredible vistas; the sense of unlimited space (and freedom); the unfathomable beauty of God's good earth - everything!
    I live in the UK, where we have nothing remotely like these amazing landscapes.
    Now, I just need to plan my trip, for when the crazy covid times are finally over.
    Keep well and keep it going! 🙏🤝

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  3 года назад

      Thank you very much Nick. By-the-way you may find my Road Less Traveled Series worth a watch. It covers several less know and less visited areas in the Four Corners. FYI- I'm planning to go to Monument Valley in a few weeks if the Covid rules allow to shoot the area with a dusting of snow.
      And since you're a Brit, my TR6 needs work if you have contact info on a good Triumph Guy please forward it. THanks

    • @gedofgont1006
      @gedofgont1006 3 года назад +1

      @@TheWestisBig I wish I could help you with your TR6, but cars aren't really much of an interest for me. Just be glad you haven't got a TR7!
      However, I will certainly seek out your other videos; I've always been fascinated with that area of the US.
      Thanks for the tip and fingers crossed for your next Monument Valley trip. 🤞

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  3 года назад +1

      yeah I'm not a fan of the tr7. I've had the tr6 for over 20 years now its still fun to drive even with a few issues.

  • @omza10
    @omza10 2 года назад +1

    A few years ago, my GF and I ate in a Burger King restaurant on Highway 89, AZ, 100 miles south of Kayenta.
    It's been 3 years since then, and we never stop telling people that this is the best burger we ate in the entire UNITED STATES! (This was part of a coast-to-coast trip so we tasted a lot of burgers all over the country).
    No one believes us that the best burger is on some random road in the middle of the desert, especially not a fast food burger, so hearing you recommending on a Navajo Burger King really approved that we were right!
    We're planning on visiting the area again on October, we'll definitely try the kayente branch!
    Great video and thanks for the recommendation! It helps a lot with setting up the route for our next RV trip.

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад

      Thanks! sounds like a great trip. be sure to check each park’s website- many of them require reservations up to 3 months in advance!! Arches is one of them

    • @omza10
      @omza10 2 года назад

      @@TheWestisBig Thanks for the tip, will definitely head to the websites and plan the visit better. Thanks!

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад

      The park reservations are hard to get! they tend to be valid only for certain days and entry times- sadly it makes it hard to be spontaneous on the trip. thanks for watching and subscribing

    • @omza10
      @omza10 2 года назад

      By reservations you mean even for entrance and short hikes threw the park, or lodging and camping in the area?

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад

      you need a reservation to Enter the Parks. Its the park system's plan to reduce crowds- you can't get passed the main gate without one- in most cases. Some parks allow entry very early of late without one but you need to check with each park to know its rules. It's a big deal and a pain in the ____

  • @robinstewart4527
    @robinstewart4527 Год назад +1

    I just found your channel today. I live in Ottawa Canada and have just started to adventure ride motorcycles. Your channel is a perfect introduction to some of the amazing national parks I want to see. The snow is still very deep here but spring will come quickly. A big tour to the four corners will take time and planning but it will happen. Maybe I will make a goal for 2025. Should have my moto travel feet under me by then. Once again thanks I have literally spent the afternoon watching your playlists

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  Год назад

      Welcome aboard! I’ve been to Ottawa it was about -15c! I hope you’ll look at some of my Road Less Traveled series. They don’t have a lot of views but they are great road trip places. btw- Arches, Zion and maybe others require reservations to get in. Check each Park’s website. thanks for watching.

  • @jimmycupp9947
    @jimmycupp9947 3 года назад +7

    Be sure to see this before you get to old & frail. You'll have plenty of good memories in your old age!😎😜👌✌

  • @dans9215
    @dans9215 Год назад +1

    After the man you helped walked thru your camera shot, I laughed, liked and subscribed.

  • @jetnipitpuriso3838
    @jetnipitpuriso3838 4 года назад +14

    Hello I live in Thailand I like so much your videos this is in my dreams thanks ,

  • @jodo9638
    @jodo9638 3 года назад +3

    Can't wait to see it all with my own eyes in about 80 days...
    Great vid!

  • @forkintherode8236
    @forkintherode8236 2 года назад +5

    This is without a doubt one of the finest presentations I ever seen. It is fresh and interesting throughout. Thank you and congratulations on a well planned video. We cannot wait to travel this area. Safe travels

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад +1

      Thanks it was a lot work! fyi- im finishing a New Mexico road trip video. i hope u like it too. thanks for subscribing

    • @forkintherode8236
      @forkintherode8236 2 года назад +1

      Looking forward to the New Mexico trip

  • @fredrikklasson1757
    @fredrikklasson1757 3 года назад +5

    Wow!
    Was this a million dollar production from a major TV network??
    Been traveling around the Southwest 4-5 times during the last 15 years. Constantly keep coming back even though the trip is long.... (live in Stockholm, Sweden).
    Read many travelguides and have watched several RUclips clips covering the area but I have never ever come close to any guide this good. Great pictures/footage, narration and production. And most of all - loads of great advice!
    Deeply impressed!
    BTW - Can’t believe we didn’t take the Shafer Canyon Road back to Moab from Dead Horse Point last year.... Can’t believe I’ve been like 10 minutes away from Goosenecks State Park on Road 163 at least 4 times without doing the detour..... .... ..

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  3 года назад

      THanks for the Kind words. No this was a one man production. Others seems to like too and as of last week I'm speaking with a US TV network and a my THe West is Big! content may soon be available on EU TV. BTW- I drove by the Goosenecks several times too before finally checking it out. LOL. FYI- the Shafer Trail is accessed from the Canyonlands Road not the DeadHorse. But as you know they are quite close.
      Thanks for watching. Out of curiosity, what other US places would you like to see covered in this way? I need 4 more episodes before I can sell internationally.

  • @HamztaZ
    @HamztaZ Год назад +1

    This is an amazing video.. its like I actually visited these places myself

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  Год назад

      Thanks. It was a lot of work. And thanks for subscribing.

  • @karmas.570
    @karmas.570 2 года назад +1

    That is Great Amazing!!,Beatiful!

  • @Sophie101Rose
    @Sophie101Rose Месяц назад +1

    Wonderful , informative video- appreciate the time and care you put in to it. Kindest regards

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  Месяц назад

      Thank for recognizing the work and effort that went into this project.

  • @cq7415
    @cq7415 3 года назад +2

    This show lots of what is in each area. I like the canyonlands part best. Thanks for sharing.

  • @diegoaduriz9433
    @diegoaduriz9433 Год назад +1

    Hi there. This is just the most informative, useful, most perfectly filmed and narrated video ever. Period.
    I cannot thank you enough for sharing.
    Best regards from Argentina.

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  Год назад

      Thank you very much. That is the goal for all my videos. Nice to read the work is appreciated.

  • @tiffsaver
    @tiffsaver 3 года назад +10

    This is the best video on the Southwest I have ever seen. There's a good reason George Stevens selected this area to shoot movies like "The Searchers," with John Wayne. Thanks for posting:)

  • @KillerMcDiller
    @KillerMcDiller 4 года назад +55

    This has to be the best instructional video on all of RUclips I will be going there soon and I have stored all of this information on my Google Maps thank you so much.

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  4 года назад +18

      Thanks! It took about 25 days to shoot and a couple of months to write and edit. It's nice to here the work is appreciated.

    • @jodo9638
      @jodo9638 3 года назад

      I miss BEAUTAHFUL 😍💙

  • @whaleshrimp111
    @whaleshrimp111 4 года назад +1

    Oh boy am I glad I rafted and hiked these places extensively in the late 1960's and early 1970's. What a time I had without any crowds and usually without seeing another person. I even met Edward Abby in Arches and shared his camp fire for dinner. Made my way up to Idaho after that for rafting on the Middle Fork of the Salmon River for 10 years working running a sweep boat for the Smith family. Then is was back to India and Nepal. Better get yourselves going before you are too old!

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  4 года назад

      I get it. It’s amazing how narrow the adventure travel window is.

    • @whaleshrimp111
      @whaleshrimp111 4 года назад

      @@TheWestisBig I think I was just lucky to start my exploration of our planet just before the explosion of people traveling started. I went to India and Nepal in 1973 after hearing about them from a woman on a rafting trip in the Grand Canyon in 1971 who was doing Peace Corp work in Nepal. This was so fasinating it changed my life. We made it to the Everest base camp area on the Kumbu glacier. There was almost no one there but our party of 5. No piles of jumk or other indications of a base camp. That was in December. I had a lot to learn about traveling and high altitude camping. What a time it was. In 1993 I went back to explore much of both countries for the next 15 years. Now I am 70, very happy and still a lucky guy.

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  4 года назад

      I didn't start my adventures until my 30s because I was broke. I wish I would have started earlier!

  • @subhadeepnandi3551
    @subhadeepnandi3551 4 года назад +7

    Did the 5 parks in Dec 2019. Was wonderful even though higher up vista points were closed for snow. Capitol Reef dirt road was also closed. Overall wonderful trip. Started with Zion- Bryce- Lake Powell- Monument Valley-Arches- Canyonland-Capitol Reef . Wonderful narration and voice sir.

  • @rachaelgarland9505
    @rachaelgarland9505 2 года назад +1

    Most awesome and thorough Utah video on RUclips...

  • @markyounger1240
    @markyounger1240 4 года назад +6

    The totum pole in monument valley was climbed in the movie "The Eiger Sanction" by Clint Eastwood and George Kennedy.

  • @traceyjohnstone9045
    @traceyjohnstone9045 4 года назад +17

    Totally agree, this is the absolute BEST travel guide video IV ever seen.
    Beautifully shot, clear, precise & relevant info, additional geological info - just perfect.
    Already planning this for my next trip to the U.S.
    My last trip was to Sturgis
    All the way from Perth West Australia 👍😊

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  4 года назад +2

      Thanks, Its nice to hear people appreciate the hard work. If you're going to come this far make sure you check out my Road Less Traveled series which includes videos on the Amazing Bisti-wilderness, Ship rock, Chaco Culture, Hovenweep, Canyon of the ancients and some spots I missed near the Moki Dugway including the Great Photo op of House On Fire. Thanks again

  • @mwillis7594
    @mwillis7594 2 года назад +1

    True professional video 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💪🏻👍🏻✌🏻

  • @WYAD8
    @WYAD8 3 года назад +2

    Best Utah travel video! Thank you.

  • @kristindellinger3689
    @kristindellinger3689 2 года назад +2

    1:02:12ish- the absolute BEST and most scenic way to get from Capitol Reef to Bryce is to to take the Notom-Bullfrog Road to the Burr Trail and actually cross through the water pocket fold! It is a dirt road, but usually conditions are OK for passenger cars. In my opinion, the burr trail switchbacks are more incredible than the Shaffer trail.....and the burr trail will take you through Escalante and meet back up with hwy 12 before Bryce. The views are so incredible.

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад

      Can a Subaru like vehicle do it or do u need a jeep?

    • @kristindellinger3689
      @kristindellinger3689 2 года назад

      @@TheWestisBig A Subaru will do it! We did it in a 2WD rental.

    • @kristindellinger3689
      @kristindellinger3689 2 года назад

      While you're there, check out Strike Valley Overlook (part of Capitol Reef NP). Once you get to the top of Burr Trail Switchbacks, take the first right you come to, and then follow the wash (part of the Upper Muley Canyon I believe) to the top of the Waterpocket Fold and to a parking area, then just a short 1/2 mile hike to the viewpoint. THAT road will need 4WD (an AWD Subaru would probably do it too)....but it is the most spectacular view I have ever seen. I could sit there for hours contemplating my smallness. And you will pass by an amazing double arch through the wash (you can't miss it on the way down, but I didn't even notice it on the way up).

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад

      Thanks for this. I’ll use it as a reference. I’m back from New Mexico and starting writing and editing. I’ll try to get a segment or 2 out in a couple or 3 weeks. thanks for watching.

  • @HeikoAZ
    @HeikoAZ 3 года назад +1

    Whao what an amazing video. Thanks for the hard work

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  3 года назад

      Thanks for recognizing the effort.

  • @smokie33
    @smokie33 2 года назад +1

    I took the Green Tortoise Bus from San Fransicisco with people from all over the world, we did many of these national parks and others up north. It brings back great memories. Thank you for this wonderful video.

  • @arias6720
    @arias6720 3 года назад +2

    Enjoyed every minute of the video. Learning the correct pronunciation of Navajo names is crucial. Can’t wait to move to Arizona in October.

  • @jimpeel
    @jimpeel 3 года назад +2

    Thanks for posting this without all of the political commentary some post with their videos. You keep it simple and factual.

  • @jrcflaus
    @jrcflaus 2 года назад +1

    This is better that a US government video. You did a great job. I'm going here on Feb 2, 2022.

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад

      Nice. I’d be interested in hearing how the new ticket enters time works for you.

    • @jrcflaus
      @jrcflaus 2 года назад

      @@TheWestisBig Sure. But what do you mean by "the new ticket enters time"?

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад

      Arches implemented a new entry procedure in the last few weeks. go to thier web site for more info. i’ll put out an update when i’m done with the new mexico parks series im editing now.

  • @anitawhite7100
    @anitawhite7100 3 года назад +1

    I’m shocked anyone would look beyond the beauty of that entire state!

  • @jurbysgarcia1962
    @jurbysgarcia1962 3 года назад +2

    WOW! Love the video and all the pictures. 😍😍😍😍👍👏

  • @silverpixiedust13
    @silverpixiedust13 3 года назад +1

    Wonderful video! Thank you greatly for sharing!

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  3 года назад +1

      nice to hear the work is appreciated

  • @gailnewcomb8256
    @gailnewcomb8256 9 месяцев назад +1

    ❤ thanks for making the video. It is inspiring.

  • @trevorkim
    @trevorkim 3 года назад +4

    Love Utah and been back 7 times since my first visit. I will one day plan a month long trip to go around the grand circle in a slower pace to explore more. When this COVID shitshow is over of course.

  • @glennmadsen9259
    @glennmadsen9259 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for this video, wonderful!

  • @fatasiancat
    @fatasiancat 4 месяца назад +1

    Very informative video. Also, amazing shots. Thank you for sharing. I am gonna come back to Utah for the Mighty 5 again this February, when I hope for fewer crowds.

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  4 месяца назад

      Have fun! And thanks for recognizing the work.

  • @francoisecollaud7101
    @francoisecollaud7101 Год назад +1

    Superbe! Vous nous montrez, pour nous, Suisses, une autre planète. Vous donnez envie d’y aller!👏👏👏

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  Год назад +1

      Thank! I hope you do. Plan ahead- it’s hard to get in some of the parks.

  • @jameshagen3492
    @jameshagen3492 3 года назад +1

    We took all the notes from this video; made an itinerary and it was the best trip ever.
    Thanks to YOU because we went to places you have listed, but traveling with 80-year-old senior was challenging (LOL).

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  3 года назад

      Thanks for the kind words! Glad my work helped.

  • @brownlauren15
    @brownlauren15 4 года назад +11

    The Shafer Trail scared the life out of me!!

  • @petem6846
    @petem6846 3 года назад +6

    This is an incredible video. These are some of my favorite places in the southwest and this is the first video which I've seen which does justice to the parks. It covers both the standard places and views as well as some of those which are much less visited and even more incredible. Anyone who is planning to visit this area, needs to watch this video very carefully before going; there is no better planning tool that I know of.
    Kudos to the people who put this together; this is a gem!

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  3 года назад

      Thanks! This a one man effort. When u love a place it shows.

  • @tyleroshnock7471
    @tyleroshnock7471 Год назад +1

    Great video! Love all the detailed information

  • @youngblood2
    @youngblood2 3 года назад +1

    Great job on making this video 📸!

  • @Michael-fr3xc
    @Michael-fr3xc Год назад +1

    Such a great video!!
    Thank you.

  • @apriljames726
    @apriljames726 3 года назад +3

    Arches national park is beyond amazing! Dead horse view is fantastic like a dream the colors blend into the snow and red dirt we went at what i believe was the perfect time nice a cool. The snow really brings out the red in the dirt! Make sure you have your yack track feets on slick~*~ love this epic adventure :)

  • @oldyspices
    @oldyspices 2 года назад +1

    Very educational for me and thank you very much sir. Hope some day I can see it.

  • @gypsyladyland
    @gypsyladyland 2 года назад +3

    That was the most amazing documentary I’ve seen. I just got back from doing the 5 Utah National parks. My mom and I left from Las Vegas and did the circle that way. I’m making a photo album, and I wanted to put a documentary on in the background. This was amazing to watch. Thank you!

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад +1

      thanks very much! fyi im making a similar one on the parks on New Mexico

    • @gypsyladyland
      @gypsyladyland 2 года назад +1

      I subscribed.
      Seriously amazing video. The first time I went to Utah I didn’t plan that great. I knew I needed some permits for some hikes. I had a bookbag and a tent with a rental car. I got all the way to Governor arch in the staircase. I really fell in love with the place. This second time I was more planned out.
      I got home to look for a video while I made a photo album and yours was by far the best.

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад

      Thanks! it took over 30 days to shoot and several hundred hours to write and edit. Please subscribe it really help me get pain for the work

  • @vaughnblaylock6069
    @vaughnblaylock6069 3 года назад +3

    My family and I did Schaffer's Trail last year and it was a blast. Canyonlands was a lot more chill and relaxing than Arches, and I'm convinced it's really just more beautiful as a whole.

  • @gretchenjacks
    @gretchenjacks 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for taking me along on your journey. Magnificent

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад

      You’re welcome I’m glad you enjoyed it.

  • @corneliacommy
    @corneliacommy 2 года назад +1

    Love this video... and I laughed aloud when the man wallowed right straight into your time-lapse shot. It was the combination of the visual and your narrative that made it so funny. 😆

  • @chanchuckwow
    @chanchuckwow 2 года назад +1

    Thank you so much for this video.

  • @innovationsurvival
    @innovationsurvival 3 года назад +1

    Excellent video, just excellent....

  • @hannahchung6276
    @hannahchung6276 2 года назад +1

    I’ve been watching your RUclips channel, specially “the west is big!”, .over and over, I learned a lot from you, I am getting known about what is Grand circle is now.
    So much details are excellent, you are the professional!!!!!.
    I am still watching almost everyday, to learning from your RUclips, our family will go this summer to Zion park, Bruce canyon, and many more you already introduced for two weeks.
    Your knowledge, and explanation all the pictures are amazing.
    You do not know how much I appreciate your RUclips channels, you the best of bests, many many you tube channels show their experience “The West” I’ve been watching, but none of them even closer to your RUclips channels.
    Thank you!!!!!, so much, when I go “the West” this summer, I feel like, I was there already, although, I never been there except Moab, because of you.

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад

      thanks! thats why i make them. go to the Arches NP web site because they changed the entrance rules. you need a timed ticket now

  • @natalieeppert3949
    @natalieeppert3949 3 месяца назад +1

    Great Video, good information Thank you 😊

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  3 месяца назад +1

      thanks for commenting and subscribing- it really helps!!

  • @trdtrek6577
    @trdtrek6577 3 года назад +3

    Great information. I’ve been there couple of times and I missed lot of places you’ve shown here. I’ll be heading back once this pandemic calms down. We Americans needs to see more to appreciate our country. Great work!!!

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  3 года назад

      thanks

    • @Zoink888
      @Zoink888 3 года назад

      @@TheWestisBig I'm a RUclips Tourist from Australia. Thanks for the interesting scenery. :)

  • @Weaztek
    @Weaztek 3 года назад +1

    What a great tour guide. Cheers!

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  3 года назад

      Thanks!

    • @jayshah4106
      @jayshah4106 3 года назад

      @@TheWestisBig Sir, PLEASE ( KINDLY ) if possible share any email address or phone number to reach You,
      How can I personally talk to You ? My Cell # is 562-441 2014. Email is: TOJAYSHAH@GMAIL.COM. Do You Manage & Guide a tour through these areas ? You are so great & Your way of narrating sooo very beautiful. It is as if I an already travelling there inch by inch ? God Bless.

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  3 года назад

      I don't have a guide operation in Moab. I can be hired as a private guide but that it's pricey. Why do you want to talk?

  • @jamesevans1679
    @jamesevans1679 4 года назад +4

    Most excellent narrative and picture show

  • @handymanmlewis9566
    @handymanmlewis9566 3 года назад +2

    Excellence in motion man. Thx

  • @brianscully3980
    @brianscully3980 3 года назад +2

    Super production. The views are great and so was your song!!

  • @zhinan888
    @zhinan888 3 года назад +3

    Very well done. I have been to most of them as well. Great places to visit.

  • @luzvilca3806
    @luzvilca3806 4 года назад +3

    Great video

  • @lorenzostheman
    @lorenzostheman 3 года назад +1

    I've been through most of these areas and loved every minute of this travel guide. NOTE to travelers. If you want to travel a little North of Zion's you'll love Kannaraville falls. It's a 1.75 miles round trip to the falls. Most of the hike is in water that's not swift most of the year. The hike is a bit strenuous especially if you're out of shape and most of it is through the creek which you must traverse to reach the falls. I love this place. It's near cedar city utah.

  • @lidattruong1105
    @lidattruong1105 3 года назад +1

    bookmarking this video for reference for future trips

  • @MEugeneDavis
    @MEugeneDavis 2 года назад +1

    THANK you very much for the time codes!

  • @scottbradley7591
    @scottbradley7591 2 года назад +1

    The best video I have seen on the area! Thank you for all the hard work you put into this.

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад +1

      thanks ! i worked real hard on it.

  • @monikajappert3093
    @monikajappert3093 3 года назад +2

    soo gorgeous! I love it. was there 5 times amazing!!!❤❤❤

  • @suzettecalleja3122
    @suzettecalleja3122 4 года назад +18

    i agree with the statement below. finally someone who does the info right.

  • @mattforeman5250
    @mattforeman5250 2 года назад +1

    Epic! Thanks for putting this together.

  • @chakachakalive
    @chakachakalive 3 года назад +1

    Awesome video. Can't wait to head back with all this great knowledge and information. Much appreciated 🙌🏽

  • @andyking4701
    @andyking4701 Год назад +1

    Awesome!

  • @donnaatwhimsyhomeaccents3865
    @donnaatwhimsyhomeaccents3865 Год назад +1

    Thank you for this incredibly wonderful travel guide. It is going to be immensely helpful in planning our trip.

  • @187thregiment
    @187thregiment 3 года назад +1

    It is very helpful for us to watch your video for the western national parks and historic sites of the United States.,
    We would like to visit this area again

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  3 года назад

      I hope you do. check out my Chaco canyon and Hovenweep video. on my channel

  • @matthewwaldman8129
    @matthewwaldman8129 3 года назад +2

    If only I had this video before I went on my Mighty 5 trip! Nevertheless, I had an amazing time on my trip!

  • @samflanagan77
    @samflanagan77 4 года назад +2

    Very well done. I'm a former trucker since retired. Informative, educational, disciplined scope. You ought to put it up for sale haha

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  4 года назад +1

      Thanks. btw- for a few years it was only available as a dvd or blu ray. this lastest revision is the first that is to view free. fyi- i only make 1/2cent per view even if the commercials aren’t skipped.

  • @somoneac26
    @somoneac26 2 года назад +1

    Thank you so much!
    You save me so much time and makes my trip planning much easier.

  • @leosrule5691
    @leosrule5691 3 года назад +1

    This is the best travel video i have ever watched.!!!
    And i watch many.
    Lack of money has kept me from being an explorer, but i also became crippled 4 yrs ago so even if i won the lottery i could not go - and enjoy - sight seeing this beautiful world.
    So i watch posts of other people's adventures (thank you very much).
    Through others who generously share their experiences, i get to see some amazing places. However, even though im appreciative, they are often fast shots of scenery but not much indepth knowledge. So i feel i have watched someone's quick pics of a vacation.
    Yet i have not seen anything so all-encompassing with rich detail and beautiful video capturing every tiny aspect of a journey as i have in watching this post. I feel that i was on this trip WITH you.
    💞💞💞

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  3 года назад +1

      Thank you! that’s what i try to do. My brother was in a wheelchair. I’m very happy to hear my work is appreciated. fyi- you may also like my 92 min Glacier NP video and some others on my channel. I hope u get to travel one day.

    • @leosrule5691
      @leosrule5691 3 года назад

      @@TheWestisBig 💞

  • @marshall2754
    @marshall2754 3 года назад +2

    i love the way you narrate this i wish i could do it and the place is beatiful!

  • @kathleenkilpatrickdunn5574
    @kathleenkilpatrickdunn5574 Год назад +1

    Well done, good information!

  • @thefamemostergaga
    @thefamemostergaga 2 года назад +1

    I'm a Minnesotan that is planning on driving to Utah to complete part of the grand circle. Looking to visit the mighty 5 and add some other stops along the way. This video has gotten me very excited for my trip next month

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  2 года назад

      I’m glad the work helped. please subscribe. fyi my channel has more videos of places out there in my Road Less Traveled series

  • @TheOmegafred
    @TheOmegafred Год назад +1

    You deserve a prize for such rich and instructive video. I'm planning to do a quite similar travel in the Mighty Five, and to be honest, I'm gonna use your video as a guide. My most sincere Congratulations for such a great video.

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  Год назад

      Thanks! I'd settle for cost reimbursement. FYI- check out my New Mexico tour- It's almost as good as this one.

  • @twowheelsrollin9049
    @twowheelsrollin9049 3 года назад +1

    Excellent video!

  • @SeansModelBuilds
    @SeansModelBuilds 4 года назад +3

    This is the trip I want to take next spring when my car is paid off. I have already seen some of Arches and Valley of the Gods five years ago.

  • @jerrykuchera5467
    @jerrykuchera5467 4 года назад +3

    Thanks for making such an informative and interesting travelogue! We thought you had a professional narrator, you've done such a fine job!

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  4 года назад

      thanks. Ive been producing professional video for clients for 20+ years. These vids r what i wish i got paid for

  • @margaretr.4427
    @margaretr.4427 3 года назад +2

    What an amazing video...so professional and full of fantastic tips and ideas for things to see. You have a new subscriber!! Can't wait to watch more of your content!

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  3 года назад +1

      Great thanks. I shot a new eastern New Mexico tour last month the documentary will be out later this summer. Yes, it takes 100’s of hours to research, write and edit the level of quality of video on this channel.

  • @francesfritticci6212
    @francesfritticci6212 2 года назад +1

    Video is amazing thank you

  • @billsandy5511
    @billsandy5511 Год назад +1

    Thanks very well done

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  Год назад

      Glad you enjoyed it. FYI- this if a prety good time of year to do this one

  • @milagrosrodriguez-leigon9138
    @milagrosrodriguez-leigon9138 3 года назад +1

    Amazing video!!!!!

  • @gabybenhamou661
    @gabybenhamou661 3 года назад +1

    Bonjour de Paris
    Beautiful photos , I am planning a 2 weeks road trip through Utah national parks your amazing video and explanation were very help full.
    Merci

    • @TheWestisBig
      @TheWestisBig  3 года назад

      de rien. please know the Monument Valley dirt road has been closed due to covid. and there 2-4 hr cues for buses in Zion. check local web sites for more info. btw- you might find my new mexico vids interesting too.