A gloomy day at Rocky Mountain National Park (Attempting Mount Ida, Trail Ridge Road, & wildlife!)

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

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[@LizHouck]

Love following your adventures! You totally redeemed your day after making the smart decisions to turn around on your first hike!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you so much for following along! And we are still bummed we missed that view, but glad we didn’t risk it!

[@kenhoward3512]

"This is not what we were expecting." And that's how it always is in Colorado's high country. But you kept laughing through the adversity, and that's what is admirable - and makes it fun for us viewers.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We got lucky this was the only "bad" weather day we had in 2 months in CO! But still beautiful even with the fog!

[@Carolann_237]

RMNP never disappoints, with its epic vistas, wonderful wildlife and even rainbows. The weather may have dampened your day, but you didn't let it dampen your adventurous spirit. Great video.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It was still incredible, even with fog! Loved the moodiness and thankfully we got to return days later with family and see Trail Ridge Road in all its glory!

[@cathywarriner]

Wise decision to turn around, one thing our Search & Rescue teaches is to not second guess yourself and go with the safest option. What if's can go good (like the weather cleared up) but can also go deadly (like the weather turning for the worse). Good to hear your laugh Adam (at the bad weather) it always brightens the day! 😊

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Absolutely! It was the right decision! Just more reason to go back!

[@travmccullough6300]

I lived pretty close to here for 30 years and this will always be my favorite national park. I've never been to another national park that had as much wildlife. I remember when it wasn't so crowded. Unreal the number of people everywhere you go now. Thanks for the pictures. So many great memories.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It was definitely one of the best wildlife spots we have been to! Unfortunately everywhere seems to be crowded this days, but we're glad (assuming they do it responsibly) more people are enjoying the outdoors and our own country!

[@benjaminholland4375]

My wife and I visited Colorado about a month ago, for about a week. Loved it. Drove Trail Ridge Road, camped in NW CO, visited Dinosaur NP in Utah, Black Canyon, Ouray and Million Dollar Highway, Mesa Verde NP, Chimney Rock, and Great Sand Dunes NP. Also ate at barbecue at Woody’s Shack in Alamosa. So sad that it already seems like months ago. We enjoy your videos.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That sounds like an incredible trip! Ours feels like months ago too, even though we just left a couple weeks ago!

[@Emily-bb7ue]

Ahhhhh you guys are moose whisperers!!! So jealous! Looks like it was a great time despite the weather 😃

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Hahaha our whispering only worked this one day! 😂

[@BenJohnston1993]

Colorado is my favorite state that I’ve lived in of all the states I’ve lived in. That pond looks beautiful and maybe I should do that hike one of these days since it’s right there in my backyard!

[@ChrisG-so8th]

In spite of the gloomy weather, you made another wonderful video! Loved the wildlife and the beautiful views! Thanks again!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you so much Chris!

[@CactusAtlas]

Sleet! What any moosey top of the world hike needs! And yes... ice cream in cool weather. My kind of people. LOL.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Always ice cream weather, right?!

[@GodSaveTheClothes]

Love seeing my beautiful state through your eyes!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We are so glad! Thanks for watching!

[@braddavis2465]

I love your channel!! It 's not not just the amazing places you go and all the adventures you have, but the absolute joy with which you share them with all of us and each other. Your videos are intoxicating and so much fun to watch. Cant wait to see each new adventure you have!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you so much Brad! This was such a nice comment to come back to after being off the grid this week!

[@paulsandlin5811]

I enjoyed watching your Colorado videos. I live in Denver and have lived in Colorado for about 50 years. I am only posting this comment to suggest that when you come back that you visit somewhere between early July and early August to get great experiences during the peak of wildflower season. Love your positive attitude and spirit!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We’d love that! Thanks for watching!

[@stargazer5073]

Thank you for always being safe!!!! Good example to others.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Absolutely!

[@canisminorcacher]

Glad that you 2 kept smiling despite the gloomy weather, and made the best of the day. Thanks for another awesome episode

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We tried our best to stay positive! Still was an awesome day!

[@robp3431]

I love how you guys include interesting history as well as comparisons to other trips you've done. Your videos are definitely worth watching more than once !

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We’re so glad you enjoy that! We really like learning about how things came to be!

[@gavrielsholtocreen8208]

Definitely got those Scotland vibes with that iffy weather! Love your videos as always 🤩

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It really reminded us of being there! Love us some fog! Even if it does mess things up sometimes.

[@M2Abi]

I was at the Alpine Visitor Center many years ago and the main thing I remember was that it was very cold. The little ice/snow pellets are called graupel.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It gets chilly up there!

[@joycemoses2411]

Wonderful to see the six moose! We have driven on the road, and it is beautiful!!! Thank you for sharing!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We LOVED the road! Such gorgeous scenery!

[@drenglish8420]

Everyday's an Ice cream day 😋 My wife and I have watched every clip of yours since your Van build and have been particularly looking forward to this clip as we have had the misfortune of cancelling our trip twice from the UK due to the bleedin' virus!! And you were there at the same time we could have been!! Grrrrrhh!! Despite the crappy weather it still looks amazing and thanks for sharing. Xx

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Hahaha always! 🍦🍦 Aw man, so sorry y’all have had to cancel twice now! Want to trade spots when the world is fully open again?! We have some hikes we are dying to do in the UK!

[@drenglish8420]

@@AdventuresofAplusK Swap in a heartbeat!! Some lovely hikes here in UK. No 14ers though!!

[@darlenestout7548]

Wow what an adventure. I would cry if it rained like that if I were there but you guys always make it fun. I hope when I go in Sep of 2022 it will be nice weather sense it will be the very first time there ..

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It definitely is a bummer when the weather doesn't cooperate and you have such limited time somewhere. But thankfully the conditions can change quickly in the mountains, so you can go from rain to sun within minutes!

[@MarkH163]

Wow, you two are truly adventurers! It is fun watching you as you explore different environments, will to modify your plans as you go along! At least there's always ice cream!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Always ice cream! Thanks so much for watching!

[@cindyryder3241]

It was so interesting to see Trail Ridge Road when not covered with deep snow as it was when we were there one month earlier.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Oh wow! Were you able to drive the whole thing?

[@ericlivingston5442]

Still a great vlog, despite a little gray weather. Just reminds us to be ready for anything. Always looking forward to the next installment.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We were bummed at first to not show this part of the park in all its glory, but hey, this could very well be many people’s reality when they visit!

[@travismolly4654]

I like to travel alot, I get all my information from KZbin channels. You channel is an enormous information highway 🛣 keep up the good work 👌

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you so much! Our goal is to make as helpful as videos as possible!

[@iheartcolorado9311]

I lived in Estes Park and Nederland Colorado when I was in my 20’sfor 5 years. I worked at The YMCA of the Rockies and The Alpine Trail Ridge Inn and a few restaurants in town. They were the best years of my life! I spent all of my off time hiking, it was amazing. I have been thinking about moving back to Colorado, and watching your videos is making me want to leave today! I have some time off in a few weeks and I was thinking about heading to the Front Range area, but I may head to the Ouray/ Telluride area after watching your videos, I have never been there and it looks insane beautiful!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Oooo yes go visit and move! Haha we love it there! We could see ourselves living in CO for sure. There is so much to do!

[@jrlong3490]

Beautiful Rocky Mtn NP tour and the example of crazy Summer weather at high elevation. Hope the next hike is a success. Safe travels.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you! The next one goes more in our favor!

[@bethsinclair1646]

Love Grand Lake!! Beautiful video. Thanks for taking me along!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thanks for watching Beth!

[@DelightfulTravellers]

You guys are so making us want to visit Colorado! 🙌 As soon as the borders open it may just be our first state to visit 😀 - Trevor

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Yes!!! Y’all gotta go! It’s so beautiful! 😍

[@jcmcglothlin]

Looks like we were there at the same time! We arrived to RMNP that day and my son and I hiked Mt Ida a few days later. It was awesome but hard, at least for me. The view at the peak is incredible. Sorry we didn't get to see you in person.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

So glad you got to experience that hike! We were pretty bummed to miss out the views at the end, it looks awesome and we're happy to hear that you agree!

[@mariechank7717]

You deserve a million viewers.. Thank you so much guys❤️❤️ today we did a marathon of your video very interesting and informative.. Many thanks 🤩❤️❤️👏👏👏

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you so much for watching Marie! ❤️

[@JazzBanjo]

I live in Florida and you don't mess around when it comes to weather. Better safe than sorry, always! You don't want to get caught in scary, dangerous conditions.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Absolutely! Always better to be safe than sorry!

[@jymnmeier3527]

What an absolute beautiful park

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thankfully the weather worked much more in our favor the next day!

[@loeyminske3459]

Man! You guys certainly got the weather that day! Glad you made the most of it, which you always do. Love that park, it never disappoints! Good luck on the next hike!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It was a wild weather day haha! Kept us on our toes!

[@suzanneaydelotte801]

Some crazy weather! Sorry you couldn’t complete the Mt. Ida Trail but that ice cream looked like a great second choice! Those moose were so cool and cuuuute! Glad you were able to drive your scenic route at the end. Such beauty!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We have seen so many moose in the Rockies, it has been amazing!!!

[@davidmooney6497]

Love, love love, Colorado! The cameras do not do justice to the beauty of that state. Many years ago some friends and I did a three night horseback camping trip not far from Estes Park. Don't know if they still have horse trails out there that you can ride. Look forward to your videos every week happy hiking guys!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That sounds like a blast! We have been talking about how fun it would be to go on a horseback camping trip!

[@bradgingerich6814]

Amazing vlog guys…sleet and all! We had so much fun watching this on our way home from a wedding today! The music was especially good in this one as well! You’ve got me so hyped to see Colorado again! Thankfully we’ll be out there in 2 1/2 weeks! You guys are THE BEST EVER!!!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

So glad you enjoyed it Brad! We hope you have the best trip to CO!

[@jasper19661]

Been to that park many times and always the afternoon weather moves in . Never fails even on the most beautiful morning .

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Yeah, it rains daily out there! Should've known it wouldn't get much better when the morning started that way too!

[@jasper19661]

I dont know where your travels are taking you -- But just over the border in Wyoming is the Snowy Range - I found that to be a favorite . Great trails and wildlife to and scenic lakes . worth a stop if youre in the area.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That was actually the first place we went in the van back in August 2019! We LOVE it there! We have a video from hiking Medicine Bow Peak from back then. And our new profile photo is from there as well, to give a spoiler of the direction we headed 😄

[@alrichardson7027]

Hello Adventurers😊😊, Rocky Mountain National Park is definitely one of our favorites. It's too bad that the weather didn't cooporate but you made the best of it. Surprised that the weather was so cold in late June. Hopefully the weather was better the following day. Can't wait to see what's next. Great video👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thankfully the next video will have more views! 😍

[@231main]

Gotta love the ever changing weather in the Rockies. As always, it’s great to see how you both roll with it (and come prepared). Trail ridge road looks stunning. Those tree less high alpine landscape have a unique beauty to them.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We try to always be prepared and have a good attitude, even though it can be hard!

[@brianmichaelis]

Love how you guys live your life!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Trying our best to live it to the fullest!

[@farquletdastagir6173]

Man I really look forward to these videos and they never disappoint. Amazing stuff!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That means so much! Thank you!!!

[@funnykitty123]

I think your video captured a normal summer day in Colorado. Few years back I stay around Denver area in the summer and I experience 4 seasons in one day lol someone told me that before but I didn’t believe that till I experienced it.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Hahaha it definitely rains almost daily in the summer! Thankfully it's usually just for an hour or so (from our experience there this summer), but this day was definitely a bit more extreme haha. Luckily it was really the only day we had like this!

[@charlesmoman]

We will be at RMNP the first full week of September and we were fortunate to get six nights at Glacier Basin Campground - our third year in a row. I do Milky Way filming and we will be there during a new moon, so I will get some more killer images up Trail Ridge Road. I have spent multiple nights at Mushroom Rock filming. This time I will be filming our van at a couple of the overlooks parking lots with the Milky Way. I have a lot of planned shots for that night up there. Usually, I am alone when filming the MW, but Susie will be in the van safe and sound. She is not thrilled about driving back down Trail Ridge at 2AM, but I rarely have seen another vehicle at that time. Just hoping for a clear night while we are there and I expect we will get one. We love RMNP. Be safe.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That sounds awesome! Would love to see some of the photos!

[@charlesmoman]

@@AdventuresofAplusK This morning I will upload some to a gallery at my Smugmug account and put a link here for you. I will include a few from Indiana as well. And some from the Black Canyon of the Gunnison.

[@LivinginOurNow]

Wildlife for the win! Bummer about that crazy weather… in almost July!!! Rocky Mountain NP is definitely on our list tho, thanks for taking us along!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It was wild! But apparently that’s normal there haha!

[@exploringcoasttocoast0203]

We were there that day too! Also loved the Alpine area. We did ND and SD too. We’ve just found you and are binge watching. Thanks for sharing.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It is so beautiful up there! Love those endless mountain views! Thanks for much for watching!

[@afluna5417]

OMG! The memories! My sister and I visited RMNP 38 years ago while we were students at CSU and drove through that same road. Can’t believe it has been that long ago. No permits required back then. We had some problem starting our old little car because of less oxygen at that altitude. Coming from Puerto Rico, we were not used to the cold weather, but we enjoyed the park, the tundra, the mountains, and the towns nevertheless. One of my best times ever! Thanks for sharing your experience and your video. 👍❤️😊

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Oh wow! So glad your car made it! Where in Puerto Rico are you from? We visited there back in 2015 and loved it!

[@afluna5417]

@@AdventuresofAplusK We were born and raised in Bayamon, a suburb of San Juan. I worked for DNR in San Juan for 14 Years and then for the US Forest Service at the Caribbean National Forest in PR for 3 years. That was the best job ever! Retired from the US Corps of Engineers in Savannah, GA 3 1/2 years ago after 26 years with them. Currently living in Richmond Hill, GA which is south of Savannah. Don’t hesitate to contact me if you are ever around this area. My husband knows a lot about Savannah history and will be glad to give you a tour of the area. You two are great together. I regret not doing what you are doing when I was younger. Still, we are trying to visit national parks, battlefields, state parks, and monuments every year during retirement. I love and enjoy your videos, specially the hikes I know I would not be able to do now. God bless you!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Oh wow! That sounds like an awesome job! We love Savannah and hope to make it back there, what a gorgeous city! Thank you so much for watching!

[@afluna5417]

@@AdventuresofAplusK ❤️

[@AAR9030]

FYI I’m on the road following your adventures, literally 😁. The rain has slowed me down in Silverton but headed to Rocky Mts next. Love u guys, please keep vids coming!!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Have an awesome time!!! It's good there is rain for the fires. It's pretty smoky where we are now!

[@ilisegarcia4855]

We were at the same overlook on the same day! It was our kids’ first time seeing snow! It was very fun and unexpected!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Ahhh no way! Such a fun, weird weather day haha

[@RashidAliKhan73]

Really I enjoyed your video.it’s beautiful place Rocky Mountain park. Thanks for sharing.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@debrastewart9194]

Love your videos!! Thanks for keeping it real!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thanks and thanks for watching!

[@josephregallis3394]

Nice! When I went there years ago you didn't need permits that I know of. I did the Trail Ridge Road and it was cold and windy but very nice! The two things I remember about Rocky Mountain National Park was how clean that place was! Just pristine! I also saw a Coyote close up when I was standing outside my car and it walked right by me. I have to admit, that probably wasn't a smart thing to do but not harm, no foul! I stayed in Estes Park and what a beautiful place surrounded by mountains and scenery!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

The permit system is as of last year (but we can see it sticking around since it's SO crowded now!). It is SO pristine there, just absolutely gorgeous and we will say, we didn't see much trash, which is a HUGE win! Super cool about the coyote!

[@usstories3299]

We had been to Rocky Mountains too. Even though it’s a sunny day at the summit we experienced snowfall. It’s so amazing place .. isn’t it ? I love ur vlogs

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Such an amazing place!

[@2342greenmachine]

Oh wow! I hiked Mt. Ida at the beginning of June. It was cool to see your footage of it. It was like a little postcard from a familiar place. I think you guys made a good decision on turning back. The views at the summit wouldn't have been very rewarding on that gloomy day for how treacherous of a journey it is. I sure do hope you get to hike to the top of Mt. Ida on a clear day sometime, there is absolutely nothing like it. Also, the footage of the rainbow at rainbow curve was awesome. No matter what weather day you have, you're going to experience some beautiful natural phenomenon at R.M.N.P. 😊

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We will 100% be back to try it again! What we got to see was amazing and we know it'll be worth the trek on a better day!

[@kaylaandmarkalan]

Crazy to see the fire damage through there! We were there last September and stayed in Grand Lake and they closed Trail Ridge road the day before our planned hike and we had to do a different one. Ended up hiking to Timber Lake, which we LOVED. Grand Lake is such a fun little town too!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Ooo Timber Lake looks so nice!!! Such a bummer they closed the road. Was it due to weather?

[@kaylaandmarkalan]

@@AdventuresofAplusK Actually due to a fire! We stayed in Grand Lake in a fun AirBNB that was a converted Airstream trailer!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Oh no! And that Airbnb sounds amazing! We would love to stay in an airstream and see another type of tiny living!

[@sarahn.4775]

I just visited for the first time last year and it’s my favorite place now!🤍 Watching y’all visit some of the same locations brought back some very happy memories! Also, recent subscriber here. I’ve been going back through your videos and watching them in order and I’m almost to the end. Kinda sad but just wanted to say that y’all are fast becoming my favorite KZbin channel! Your videos are top notch for so many reasons! I love your film style! Thank you for what you do!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you so much for the kind words Sarah! and thanks for watching the older ones haha, we struggle to watch those, but happy we shared those adventures!

[@Bob_Betty]

Loving your vids, downloading them for the trip and flight, because there's so much content that it's worth reminding once there in case we miss anything! won't be doing any long treks due to mobility, so being able to see you do them and the views is fantastic :)

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thanks so much for watching, David!

[@lauriehester4682]

Trail Ridge Road is the best for views in RMNP!! I hope you get another chance. As far as sweeping vistas it is better than the trails! As usual, you guys are so fun to watch! :):)

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We went a few days later with my brothers and had MUCH better luck!

[@exploresomemore7205]

We've been to Colorado multiple times, but for some reason we've never actually visited RMNP! It's weird. Hopefully someday we'll get there and document our travels. Thanks for the great vid as always!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We know the feeling! We lived in Texas most of our lives and it took us moving away to actually visit Big Bend NP lol! But there are SO many amazing spots in CO outside of the NPs!

[@MicahB640]

I love RMNP!!! And I’m jealous at the amount of wildlife y’all got to see! Great job capturing it. The weather can be unpredictable at higher elevations so you probably made a good decision to turn around. Safe travels😀

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We could not believe the amount of wildlife! And we are very glad we turned around. I tell myself it would've been foggy up there to make myself feel better lol

[@ArcesAdventures]

Great vlog, great day, saw wildlife and ate ice cream 🍨 can’t ask for more.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

The best combination! 🦌🍦

[@julianapetitt745]

I try to get on the treadmill when I watch your videos because it keeps me motivated 😂😂

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Hahaha love it! I am scared of treadmills, so get it girl!

[@ahhitskatie9094]

The moose families are too cute! 🥺

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

SO dang adorable!

[@allisonschaub7613]

Hi Adam and Kathryn! I just wanted to let y’all know how much my fiancée and I enjoy your videos and guides. We live in Houston and do a lot of driving to Austin and Fort Worth visiting family and love watching the vlogs (I watch, Zack listens over the Bluetooth lol). We’re using your San Diego guide for a trip next week and the big island guide to plan our honeymoon! We listened to the Pursuit of Happyness pod this drive and were sad to hear some of the negative comments you get so we wanted to just gush over y’all. Happy travels!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you so so much for the support! We are VERY grateful for the kind people that watch and get value out of our content. San Diego is one of our favorite cities (eat TONS of tacos for us) and we LOVE Hawaii (congrats in advance on your wedding!). We hope y'all have a blast!

[@JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers]

Love how you guys didn’t give up on exploring due to the weather! We once lived in Maine and while hiking we came face to face with a moose it was terrifying! Great video guys, love the bloops at the end too! ~Cara 😊

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We once did in Utah and it’s scary to run into one! But seeing one from afar is amazing!

[@clairecoleman7283]

I work right by rmnp and am there hiking 5 days a week! Ida is my favorite hike so far and I hope you get to do it again, the views are awesome!! Love the video!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We will definitely be back to hike it! We had heard such good things!

[@alquinn8576]

@@AdventuresofAplusK if you are up for a longer day, it is even nicer to keep going from Ida and hit Chief Chely, Cracktop, & Julian

[@jamiewalters4]

Even though the hike didn't go as you hoped, an adventure it was! Weather at elevation is definitely unpredictable and can be dangerous, so it wasn't a bad idea to be cautious. Medicine Bow of course reminds me of Medicine Bow range in SE Wyoming... such an amazing area! The visitor center is cool and yes the hail can hurt! Not uncommon up there! Dampen the day.... LOL. Curry improves everything!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We love the Medicine Bow Range in Wyoming! One of the first places we ever visited in the van and it's sooo beautiful!

[@lorrainec5097]

Yay! Ice cream! Was wondering when the next ice cream episode would be. :)

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Hahaha trying to spread it out and save it for the good stuff 😜Have a lot of good ice cream planned the rest of the year!

[@mandymawson9121]

I did the Mt. Ida trail and it was sooooo worth it! I’m bummed you couldn’t make it through the boulder fields of doom to the top, but you have to stay safe! It gets really scary really fast on the mountain. I’m glad you got to see some wildlife! I didn’t see any moose or elk on the trail when I went.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We are SO bummed too! It looked amazing!

[@jessepena8321]

Thanks guys another great video!🙃😁👍

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you Jesse!

[@dvferyance]

My grandmother's name was Ida this made me think of her.

[@doriethatgirl1709]

You 2 absolutely made the right decision to come down off that mountain! 😅

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We think so too!

[@Banana69999]

I was just there a couple of weeks ago. First time camping and visiting a national park. It’s amazing isn’t it?? I love how there are some junctions that lead multiple different other hikes. My favorite that I did was Haiyaha. And those curves while driving up there are fun aren’t they? Especially the ones with no barriers 😂

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We loved Hiayaha too! We hadn't done that one before, but added it onto Emerald and Dream a few days later with family. Great hike! And the drop offs on the road were scarier than the Million Dollar Highway in our opinion!

[@andreasiecinski]

We were in Colorado at the end of June. And when we went to RMNP it was also soooo cloudy and rainy. We were a little sad but it was still amazing to be there! Your video still looks great despite the weather. You also had more luck with wildlife than we did! Haha

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It sounds like we were there around the same time! It is definitely sad when the weather isn't ideal in mountainous places!

[@NoOverhead]

Wish I would've known about the ticketing before I got there! I guess that's just an excuse to go back. And I got a chance to explore the Arapaho Bay and Granby Lake areas. Anyway, great video and safe travels!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It’s definitely not a fun surprise if you don’t know!

[@michaelwilkinson2110]

Maybe it was the same Mama and Baby Moose following you. Some pets choose their owner. I'm sure they'd fit in the van. "We're taking Bullwinkle for a walk....HA HA HA, Kona hitching a ride, so cute....!"

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

The second mama looked wayyy more grey, but we would’ve loved to have them hang with us the whole day! We’d make room 😉

[@michaelwilkinson2110]

@@AdventuresofAplusK You ain't kidding. Seeing them big critters ALONE would have made the trip for me and wifey. The elk.....so, uh, epic. I joke with the word but actually I'm not joking. Turn around and see two big-azz elk? "Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet." --- Cartman (who lives in South Park, Colorado, right? Go visit!)

[@karenclabaugh5416]

We went driving on trail ridge 2 days after you went. The weather was gloomy also. No sleet but definitely light rain. We started late & entered in the fall river entrance east side. I was also disappointed bc I wanted to make it to Milner Pass to see the Continental divide. We had to turn around after our hike at Rock cut which was also alpine like tundra. The Fog & clouds were so thick you could barely see while driving. I don't know if you stopped at Milner Pass but the Continental divide sign had to be taken down bc people kept stealing it. Any way ,I really enjoyed your video bc I did not make it to the west side of trail ridge. The views are gorgeous. And Ice cream does make it all better. LOL

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Milner Pass is where our hike started! Well, the attempt at a hike haha. The sign was up then! It’s definitely a bummer when the weather messes up your plans, we totally feel ya 😭 We hope you still got to see some nice scenery! I think we hiked up to that rock cut with my brothers days later and it was gorgeous!

[@annette3488]

Wow beautiful views! On my bucket list! Is it hard to breathe up that high? I had problems in Yellowstone getting out of breath. Oh I loved seeing the moose’s!! That would have been my highlight of the day!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

The altitude is definitely tough for breathing! We were mostly used to it at this point from being at higher elevation for almost two months, but it was still hard!

[@JasonPuckettNY]

you guys have hiked more upwards elevation-wise in the past couple weeks than i have done at sea level

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It was a super tough week of hiking! Basically went straight from Elbert to here. And then took a couple weeks off haha

[@MrfiX725]

Miyauchi's Ice Cream!!! My GF digs homemade, small batch ice cream makers!!! MUST-GO LIST!!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We dig them too! 🙌🏼

[@OffRampAdventures]

It may have been a gloomy day but you guys didn't let it stop you!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We tried not to! Still a great time!

[@kayakinggrandmakelly7105]

When I went there last fall, the fires were so bad, I thought it was the great smokies. Seriously, the week after I left, they closed the park because of fires. It was awful. I am so glad they finally got the fires put out and it didn’t burn the whole National park.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That is awful! Thankfully only the grand lake area seemed burned. We hope you at least got to see something nice while there!

[@kayakinggrandmakelly7105]

@@AdventuresofAplusK well, I got to drive all of trail ridge road while my son, who is in the Air Force, filmed it on GoPro and now I can re-live my drive on my iPad every day, lol. I also walked up that hill above the Alpine visitors center and could barely breathe! But it was the last day of Sept. last year and not at all cold. A little cool, but nice. Except for the smoke.

[@cashstt716]

Will be there in 2 weeks.....I think we will have warmer weather...... I saw at minute 16 that Adam needs a new watch! I am a watch fanatic and I have plenty I would like to send him from my collection.....

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Hahahah yeah, the watch band broke! He was sent a super nice watch from his friend Dan (who is also a watch fanatic...y'all should be friends!) that he wants to wear more, but doesn't want to scratch anything nice up!

[@WhenAdventureKnox]

I didn't realise it was the 4th most popular, but given how long we had to stand in line for the bus to bear lake (and then you said at the start it's the most popular area of the park) it makes a lot of sense! Kathryn, is that a new rain mac? It's a stunning colour and you look fab in it! ❤️ That wild life a the start was just too much. I was freaking out over how cool the footage was of the elk scratching it's tiny tail with its antlers, then you guys just pushed me overboard with the mum and child moose!!! The other spotting's that followed were brilliant too. The weather may not have played ball but the animals sure did 😍 I'm sure I've said it before, but wild life spotting's on hikes really are the best as it's the one thing you can never count on, regardless of how many insta photos/KZbin videos etc. you've seen before hand. I had no idea about all of those facts regarding the Trail Ridge Road... I guess that's what happens when you visit suffering from jet lag and high altitude, you just go: 'ooooh pretty' and don't take much more in 🤣 I am very excited for the Sky Pond hike next episode. I remember in my naivety planning what we could do and my thinking was, hike to Bear, Nymph and Dream Lakes, cut across to Lake Haiyaha and see how we're feeling and keep going to Sky Pond if we're up for it. I feel embarrassed even admitting that as I was dead by Lake Haiyaha!!! I remember you saying, you were looking to get the dent on the front of your van fixed whilst up in the RMNP area, I hope that all went smoothly for you both!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Our first trip we stood in that long line for the shuttle too! And yes, it's new...sort of! I got it last winter, but haven't had many chances to wear it (that's a good thing I guess haha!). Thank you! And we freaked out so much about the wildlife. It truly made the day SO special! And that is impressive you tried to do all of that in ONE day! Reminds me of our first visit, we did Bear, Nymph, Dream, Emerald and Mills Lake and it was intense! Did you make it to Sky Pond or stop at Lake Haiyaha? We just did Lake Haiyaha for the first time with my brothers a few days after filming in the park and it was great!

[@WhenAdventureKnox]

@Adventures of A+K We didn't attempt Sky Pond, we turned back at Lake Haiyaha, but we did muster some strength to pop up to a waterfall - can't quite remember the name of it now! So cool that you're now at a point where you can enjoy these places with family/friends and not feel like everything has to be filmed - I bet you're loving this new working situation 🙏🥳 (You've earnt it!)

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Probably Alberta Falls! And it was VERY nice to get to explore without cameras with my brothers visiting. It was the first time we have really gotten to do that in years!

[@maythao5908]

Love Colorado!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Us too!

[@MichellePerry-q6x]

Next time you come to Colorado you should check out Palisade!

[@rmrstudios80]

Great video. In the small world we live in, I was the photographer at the trailhead to Mt Ida photographing the moose in the lake as you guys started your hike. Got to your video through a KZbin recommendation, and now I’m really wondering how much Google knows about me. 😂 Great work, keep it up!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

No way! Google is so creepy! 😂😂 Hahaha we totally remember you! We hope you got some good shots.

[@blkthunderbolt]

I was just there last month. Hiked to dream lake. It was hot that day.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Dream lake is gorgeous!

[@pattismith9010]

So cool!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

❤️❤️

[@thecorpsofdiscovery]

our daughter(7) says the Alpine Visitors Center has the best hot chocolate shes ever had. can confirm its pretty dang good lol. Sucks about Ida, its a great and easy little stroll with an amazing view at the summit. cheers.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Oooo very good to know! We were tempted to get one and now I’m bummed we didn’t!

[@brookeshaffer4377]

Awesome Adventure🌟

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thanks Brooke, glad you enjoyed it!

[@Peonies925]

Hi. I have been watching your adventures and wanted to make a suggestion for you to keep in mind…if you ever happen to be in the state of Ohio. Most of Ohio is pretty flat and boring, but Hocking Hills, near Columbus is absolutely stunning! I dont think you would be disappointed. Blessings!🙏🏼

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We really want to go there!

[@Peonies925]

@@AdventuresofAplusK I hope you get a chance to go to Hocking Hills one day! I have joked, with Ohio being so flat in most places, Hocking Hills is Gods gift to Ohio. 😁 It is so unexpected for the region. Also, not sure if you would be able to find an amazing restaurant nearby because it is out in the “boonies”, but Columbus is about an hour drive, where you would have a wide selection of great restaurants. 😋

[@jerryprice5484]

Several years ago we were staying at Grand Lake Lodge on the west side of the park. This was in June and they told us Trail Ridge road was closed due to snow. I told 'em I was from Michigan and knew how to drive in snow. No dice, you know government types. Anyway, we had to drive all the way around the south and come up on US 40 thru Berthoud Pass When we eventually got to Granby and the lodge we learned they had opened Trail Ridge, what a bummer, but that's the way it goes out there. Great video of the park.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Oh no! Haha that is not fun!

[@jerryprice5484]

@@AdventuresofAplusK We just took it in stride, when you're driving in the mountains be prepared for anything.

[@brunnie]

The little pellets are called Grauple., not really hail, not really sleet, but something in between. As I watched the thought that crossed my mind was... "The weather situation was the park's way of saying you need to come back again, and again, and again." Did you happen to go out towards the Fall River Road entrance and possibly see any sheep in the meadow there? Can't wait to see your next adventure, so "Travel Safe."

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Ah ok, we called it both because we couldn't really tell. Either way, it was hard, cold, and icy 😊Thankfully we got to explore the park again off camera days later with family, so we were able to make up for some of the weather in this video! No sheep this time!

[@brunnie]

@@AdventuresofAplusK In all the times we've been to the park.... we've never seen sheep either BUT part of the reason was that we were there in the early afternoon. Rangers have told us that the sheep come down early in the morning and in the evening to graze and water. Glad you got to share part of it with your family and hope you took the time to explore Estes Park a bit too. Travel Safe.

[@FarNorthCoins]

you'll be able to see alot of mooe when u guys come up to Alaska!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We can't wait!!!

[@FarNorthCoins]

@@AdventuresofAplusK any time frame for the trip up?

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Fingers crossed for next year!

[@sheafan1971]

What a Beautiful State

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It is gorgeous, we loved our time there!

[@jackhphotog]

I still enjoyed the vlog even though you didn't get to accomplish your goals. Now.....enjoy WY. :)

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@janarichards7064]

Love your channel.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you so much for watching! ❤️

[@susanh1104]

So happy you are still in Colorado 🙌🌲😊😊🌲🙌 !! Reminds me a lot of Washington state 🌲🌲🌲! I know you are from WA and you've been in CO for a while now... What would you say are some of the major differences between the two? Or do you need to explore more of CO to know the answer?.... 😛😄😁

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We absolutely love CO, but WA still has our heart! The scenery in Washington is sooo diverse with rainforests and the ocean, plus Washington is more green, at least out in western Washington. Colorado is a bit more of a drier climate, but still stunning! Both are amazing states!

[@susanh1104]

@@AdventuresofAplusK Wow thank you for your answer! I love WA too, I finished my undergrad at Bastyr

[@wendysuperfan1014]

thanks A+K