The south end of Big Woods section is flat. The north end has some nice elevation change. Wait till Winters Bayou section,bit really floods.

Thanks for the video! I've also been trying to take shoulder season/winter trips around Texas to dial things in for summer trips in colder climates.

I’ve put many fires out for irresponsible people. I still can’t believe people would just leave a fire that’s hot. 14:38 mark.. what a view 👍🏻👍🏻

Very nice 🙂👍

Nice solo trip. Looked like a really nice cap spot. That Peak Refuel meal is pretty good. I've had that one before and went back for more. Those peak Refuels are founded and made local to us. Your knee brace is substantial. It should do well. That terrain is a bit different than those Rockies you were in. Yippi Eye Aye Cow Patty! LOL. It was good for you to get another trip in. Better than staying holed up at home. Hppe you had a great Christmas. Take care.

What date did you start the CT ? I’m looking to do this next late June into July 2025. In between jobs, timing permitting.

Good to see you back out there. Enjoyed the trip. I'm hoping to get more time to do short, easy backpacking trips like this in 2025. Thanks for posting.

Glad to see you got another trip in before the winter set in.

This is a pretty area, with the grass meadows and forest. Totally different than I'm accustomed to. Although I trust filters, I don't think I could get used to the "cow poop tea." Looks like your knee brace worked well.

Good to see you out on the trail hashtag! What a beautiful day for a backpacking trip. Good on ya for taking care of the fire. It really burns me(pun intended) when people do that stuff. And man, what a beautiful campsite.

Glad the brace is holdin up! Your gear is ON POINT 🙌 Nice multi-shot around the campfire on night 1. 👌 If we ever meet up you better not take that Offset Solo b/c it’ll go missing 😂

I'm late to the party but this was a great series. I have dealt with bone on bone for a while and it has kept me off the trail for way too long. Knee problems are debilitating and I hope yours doesn't get to where mine are. I really enjoyed this and miss Colorado. Funny story; I was sitting in the Bent Elbow about15 years ago and one of my neighbors, Billy Ray Hall and his wife Amanda walked in. They about fell out when I hollered their name. 900 miles from home to see people who lived just down the road. Maybe one day I can get all my issues fixed enough to hook up for a hike ✌

That looks like the same brace that I was using. I have yet to visit here. The place looks amazing. Good that you put out the fire. We rain all over the State. 🐄 💩

Grass-fed tea water 🤣 Sounds like Ant Creek on the CT! Hope the brace is helping out.

😮😮 Can’t believe they would leave that fire like that. Not cool! I may have to checkout the Venison Casserole. (Still need to try the pizza you had a while ago too!). Always enjoy your campsite on night 2, perfect dot! Looked liked a really ice, relaxing getaway. Thanks for sharing the adventure, Hashtag!

So happy to see the brace working. Thanks for dousing the coals, careless people out there thanks for teaching them. The writeup info is great. How was the venison dinner from Peaks? Have not had that one. Merry Christmas and thanks for sharing your weekend trip with all of us.

Looks like a beautiful time to be out. I'm glad to see you out despite your knee. How has the recovery been going? We had to douse several fires in the canyons around where I live. It was really hot this summer, but people just don't seem to care about the consequences of their actions. Actually had some kid boast to us how much they had cleaned up their campsite, only to find their fire still smoldering.

Ey spam and mayo. Nice you got in a trip before the solstice. It's been raining over here on the west coast. I hope the knee is holding up. 👍

Whenever I have a fire, I worry about embers from the fire burning holes in whatever I'm wearing. So, I leave behind my expensive jackets. It's normally a heavier carry, but it ends being a less costly hike... haha. This looks like a very peaceful place. Love it!

Isn't it crazy how much more conscious hikers are of our public land than people who abuse it like the folks leaving an unattended campfire? Sadly it's impossible to keep out the stupid people. I haven't been out there since I was in my late 20s, early 30s. I had been all over the grasslands and think I still have my forest service map but I don't remember that spot where you were on the 1st night. That's A nice campsite. That water is like Horse Thief spring in Oklahoma. You can double filter it and add flavor and still taste it. Lol Nothing eventful also means nothing went wrong. Haha ✌

I love the long versions. That's a lot to be missed in the short ones. I enjoyed your version of what went on and I sure hate I missed it. Take care Hashtag ✌

Sorry part of that one day was such a pain in the butt, at least ya didn’t loose your britches like Craig and the new guy! The rest of the trip looked like a fun adventure! Thank you and the others for sharing it with us!

Great review! The easy-open feature of the Kraftgeek tripod looks super convenient. It's awesome that you tested it across different surfaces and devices - practical info for anyone considering this gear. Love the honest approach and the discount codes are a nice touch. Keep up the great content!

Good times in a cool place.

I just have to say I know how you felt falling into some cactus. I was trying to get some video of a tree I had hammock camped in a few weeks ago near a river. The river had flooded and had reached about 12 feet higher than where my hammock had been. Took one step closer to the tree and slipped in the mud right into some cactus. My dear wife pulled needles out for over an hour. I was no longer interested in getting the video shot. LOL :-) Great Video!

Amazing KZbin Meetup.

Looked like a great turnout. Glad to hear your steroid shot is helping on the knee. No I guess you need one in your butt to help heal from all cactus pokes. Dang, I have gotten bit by those myself a time or two. No fun. It is fun to do the pack weigh-in though. Nice that you have the opportunity to camp in the backcountry. Crazy encounter in camp. More than one moon in the night too! LOL. That is one of the many reasons I always carry. You never know what kind of situations you will have with people or animals. The people are usually the ones you need to worry about the most. Glad everything turned out ok. Nice to hear a blip on everyone. Great trip. Have a wonderful day.

Sorry to hear about your exit from the trail. I enjoyed your journey and hope your knee heals quickly!

Looks like an incredible meetup! South Llano River State Park must have been the perfect backdrop for a weekend of backpacking, camaraderie, and unforgettable moments (including that surprise visitor 😂). It's great to see so many outdoor enthusiasts and creators coming together to share their passion. Looking forward to checking out everyone's adventures from the event! 🥾🌄

Loved it and was glad to see the group growing every year

Wow! WAY higher than the clouds! That’s awesome!

We're not sure what was more comical, naked and afraid guy or the cactus! Hope neither one had any lasting impacts 😂

Yup. This is what life’s all about.

Above the clouds ⛅️

Great video Hashtag! Looks like you enjoyed yourself

Wow! This looks like a great meet up! Are y’all strictly about long haul hiking or also day hikers? Sophie (my pup) and I are strictly day hikers, but would love to be a part of future considerations and meet ups!!

Looks like everyone had a great time.

Wow!! Well that was probably the last thing I expected you to see in the backcountry!! lol! Looks like an awesome crew and a great time!! Thanks for sharing the adventure!

Hashtag it was a great trip with awesome folks I’m very happy your knee is responding well to treatment. Happy holidays and see you next year. Vid was awesome.

Steroids is a miracle drug. Beautiful area for backpacking. Sure did look like a lot of fun.

Enjoyed the video. I would have bet money that you'd have the first one out! Great rendition of the story. And the ending was great. Thanks, Naked and Afraid Guy!

I love this park! Used to bring my 5 kids here on trips home to Del Rio. Picnics, playing in the river, and day hikes. Thanks!

Where’s Tony Hyde???

South Llano River State Park is a nice place. It's good to hear the steroid shot helped. I've been on the lookout trail. Cactus! Ouch! Nice site. Wow! That is crazy with a high and naked guy. Good, you called for help. Looks like an awesome meet-up.

Thanks for posting! Enjoyed your video.

So happy about your knee. What a fun meet up

The ending was EPIC !!!