Solo Backpacking to the Tallest Peak in Utah- Kings Peak

[@freelancehugh6919]

Once again Alice, a wonderful demonstration of life well lived... keep on keeping on!

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thank you so much friend

[@LETSGETUTILIZED316]

You're so cool. The videos are always heartwarming, intellectually stimulating, and relaxing simultaneously

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thank you so much

[@macklems5552]

Agreed Alice might be the coolest chick on the planet

[@macklems5552]

Always blown away by everything you put together to make it all happen, this channel is a life changer! Thanks Alice.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Wow, thank you!

[@Chenxi_love_music_fairy]

The most beautiful part of this adventure is the pine tree, flowers as well as a lovely horse at the starting trail and campsite.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

So many beautiful flowers and trees.

[@Chenxi_love_music_fairy]

@@AliceFordAdventuresFairy is indeed the most beautiful.

[@itszaque]

Utah local here, my brother has done this hike twice. The first time he followed the same strategy as you (camp at the lake, pack out the next day) and loved it (though his buddy was *suffering* by the end of day 2). He went back a year later with 5 friends and did the whole thing in a day. I got to serve as their chauffeur on the second trip, and spending the day lounging in a hammock reading was awesome! Its a gorgeous area, and it was really fun getting to see more of what they saw from your video! Hopefully I'll make it up there again myself here soon.

[@RadioMan666]

Another UINTAH Basinite here. Doing Kings Peak in one day is a butt kicker. Especially if you do it from the Utah side.

[@timisa58]

Reached the peak in and out in a single day a few years back. Loved the hike!

[@marty17f]

Thanks Alice, that was a great view at the top. I have been running up and down a small mountain near me getting in shape for a mountain hike I am planning next summer. Should be fun.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Wow good for you that’s awesome. Lots of people trail run this hike. What great endurance they must have

[@explorewithchuck1695]

Looks like an awesome hike, thanks for sharing ! Haven't been to Kings Peak, but do venture into the unitas often !

[@ff-us6vy]

Wow! Looking forward to this one. I've lived in Utah for years and always had my eye on King's Peak, but haven't made it yet.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Yay looking forward to you watching, it’s a long hike but really pretty

[@tinman610]

Alice should have way more subscribers than this. The quality of the videos is better than other outdoor adventurers channels that have million+ subscribers.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thanks so much I really appreciate it.

[@ellyexplorestrails]

This is inspiring ☀️ I want to do a solo backpacking trip sometime. Truly freeing! I’ve been just hiking local peaks to one day be comfy enough to go further

[@brucedelorme5026]

Great job Alice!! That climb to the summit will definitely give you quads of steel. Such a beautiful are you put your tent in.

[@davek4442]

Another great video, we just were in this area on hiking road-trip. We did Lofty Lake Loop near Mirror Lake. We were based in Park City and did many hikes in the Wasatch range this October. Happy Hiking Alice!

[@db.mc2]

Hi Alice 👋 Thank you 🙂 Hope you had a wonderful time, stay safe and take care my friend 🙏 Appreciate you!

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thank you, you too

[@thegrizzncamp]

Awesome Utah Hike! Looked like A Total "Rocky" adventure! (Just had a chance to watch 10-3-23.)

[@ThaneR0248]

Even as an overnight, with that pack weight, this is not an easy hike. Well done.. Another awesome video thank you

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thank you Thane. Yes I won’t argue with you on that. And running back to the car to try to beat the rain was a killer too

[@ThaneR0248]

@@AliceFordAdventuresWell looks like you crushed it!! Better than the blizzard on Elbert tho.. That mountain still haunts me i need to go back soon and finish it!

[@charlieintampa6769]

Thanks for the video! It brought back good memories: last year I flew to SLC, hiked Borah in ID, then next day Kings in a day (without the big pack it was 11 hours). Hoped to have a day between them, but weather was coming, so I used the extra day to go to Dinosaur National Monument. You are right, there is a lot of boulder hopping on Kings that I was not ready for. It is a good hike, but I thought Borah was way better fun with the class Chicken out Ridge. Hope you have a chance of doing that.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thanks Charlie, Dinosaur NM is super cool . Love that big wall of bones

[@joelewis5703]

Good time of the year to hike Kings Peak not to many people that time of year.

[@nationalparksprincess3216]

Hi Alice! It looks like you had a wonderful time in your trek 😊 What a pleasant and peaceful experience! The scenery is just stunning 😊 The Llama was a nice surprise!

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Yes thank you, llama was cool. Lot of hunters on this trail too taking pack animals

[@shawnwalden2669]

did this hike twice, once over nighter, and the second as a run, both were fun. the overnight i had everything from hell to monsoon rain to full moon, weather was crazy, great vid.

[@JimL2883]

Thank you for this video. Inspiring and I want to try it now.

[@jcarry5214]

Thanks for the tip about the coffee, I've been struggling with that for several years and have been considering the aero. One hunting season I resorted to instant packs only and regretted it. Even jsut for travel, the pourover system I use at home just isn't quite it.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

I really love the easy clean up with the Aeropress. I’ve tried a lot of camp coffee systems and this one is great if you’re willing to take up the space.

[@LLuminated]

Ive done this hike and it was wonderful

[@FluteCMSN]

I have to hand it to you. Very impressive to hike King's Peak solo. I hiked it in September, camped at Dollar Lake Day 1. It was mid week and there was hardly anyone there. Around 3:00 am, I was woken up by light from a flash light shining in my tent. I got dressed and went outside and did not see or hear anything. Really odd. I decided to get dressed and start for the summit in the dark. Lots of reflective eyes looking at me from the tree lines. At the ridge line to the summit, I decided to stop not wanting to scrambled the rocks as I had sprained and cut my leg the year before on a loose rock that gave way in the Park City area. Needed 25 stitches to close the cut. Great video.

[@paulgoes]

Great video as usual. Lots of rocks. But one in particular drew my attention. The rock at 10:58 at the left. It almost looks like a piece of wood with year rings that turned to stone...

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thank you Paul, yes the zebra rocks are especially cool, look just like Petrified wood

[@viktor_rosen]

Hello Alice! Thanks for the video! I'm glad to see you! I adore you!❤❤❤

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thanks Victor

[@ervinslens]

Outstanding presentation my friend, absolutely stunning work! Landscapes are just unmatched here! What a spectacular content!

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thank you so much 😀

[@Historyisnotwas]

Alice - another awesome video as usual! I really enjoy your perspective, insight and enthusiasm for the outdoors. I will be hiking in the Redwoods National Forest ( Northern California ) this summer for several weeks and need a good pair of hiking boots. I noticed that in many of your videos you are wearing a pair of boots with red laces. Who makes those boots? In this video its at time stamp: 6:52. Are they comfortable and durable? Do they come in a mens size 9-1/2". Anyway sorry for such odd questions. Wishing you all the best in your travels and adventures.

[@zachf6256]

Exciting! Happy Trails Alice! 😊

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thanks Zach

[@zachf6256]

You’re welcome 😎🤙

[@KINGH4L0]

Hey! We don’t do Coffee in Utah! Hahaha. J/K. Great hiking adventure…Thanks for taking us along with you. I look forward to busting that Peak soon.

[@ADude-f3z]

Side note…. The “no coffee” thang is a reference to the LDS commitment to seeing “your body as a temple”… No Alcohol, no smoking, no caffeinated beverages, etc… Not a bad way to live, regardless of your Religious beliefs… Concerning Utah social networks, a person who claims to be Mormon, yet privately does not live up to the “LDS Standards”, is usually referred to as a “Jack Mormon”… Coincidentally, in Salt Lake City, in a neighborhood known as “the Avenues”, The best damn coffee in the state is roasted fresh, and served any way you like it… The business is called “The Jack Mormon Coffee Company”…. 😎

[@2manysigns]

Nice . The braids are a special treat .

[@peterdisbury6346]

Liquid Chlorophyll is a game changer for high altitude hiking. Did wonders for me in Colorado and Glacier National Park.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thanks for the tip I’ll look into it

[@mswolf3595]

It’s on my bucket list!😃

[@blueworld25]

Nice job !! I’ve done kings peak twice, first time in a day (Not recommended) and the second time in two days it is a lot easier

[@kurbicksan4917]

So brave, I live in Utah and I've always wanted to do this trail, but I'm nervous about doing it alone.

[@Chenxi_love_music_fairy]

You keep me waiting.

[@bigcat880]

Beautiful adventure!

[@hywel3143]

Wow I’ve been following you for several years but don’t do much social media so had no idea you were a stunt woman! It’s so difficult for full time KZbinrs to maintain their integrity in the face of pressures to earn revenue, and this partly explains why you have maintained such high standards over the years. Great channel, I really enjoy the content which seems so exotic from my perspective here in the UK…

[@phillipseaton7163]

Hello Alice that's a bugger of a hike happens to be one i did about ten years ago it's a lot harder than it looks take care of yourself and have a fabulous week

[@AliceFordAdventures]

It sure is a lot harder than it looks, hard to show the miles and miles of never ending rock on that area above treeline

[@JLo_Oc]

Alice you are my Hero! Thank you for your thoughtful & beautiful work! 🌲 I can never get away, and watching you fulfills my soul and makes me think i could "one day". Thank you so much! 🙏🏼🕊️❤🌈🌎

[@hillrunner2]

Incredible adventure, that looked difficult the views simply beautiful. Video is great time to make documentary about your travels.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thank you. Certainly a lot of miles and lots of rocks on this trail which made the last few miles quite challenging

[@hillrunner2]

You demonstrate that you are in great shape, endurance, and strength to carry video equipment, and supplies. Enjoy your content, and your teaching skills to out doors enjoy nature. Thank you.🙃

[@paigenatter7675]

Solo and Missy made the vlog! Those are our horses!❤️ it was nice to meet you!

[@AliceFordAdventures]

They sure did!! Nice meeting you too

[@PHM00]

Amazing stuff and well done!!

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thank you 😁

[@juvalue_]

Amazing view

[@62turbbo]

Wonderful video! My wife and I did the Tour of Mont Blanc this past Summer. You should consider it

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Amazing. I’d love to do that trail

[@radisson8627]

Splendid scenery. I have never been to Utah. That was a tough hike to do. Watching this video, I have noticed that you didn't use your trekking poles, my guess would be that it gives hands more flexibility for filming etc... I like that coffee thing you demonstrated although I normally bring hot chocolate for an overnighter. Keep in mind that I am an avid coffee drinker and this would be something I should carry. Stay beautiful and keep on hiking 🥾🏔⛺️😎

[@2011woodlands]

That was smart to make it a 2 day trip, get acclimated to the altitude a little before going for the summit, those ankle twister rock fields could be dangerous. can you rig up some 550 cord to the water filtration bag and hang it on a branch like a IV bag while it is draining through the filter ? I am not a coffee drinker, but yes i have seen people almost dysfunctional without it.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Hi John, yes indeed to the 2 days. Rick’s are certainly dangerous too. That water filter I brought is the smaller squeeze size I have a bigger one that uses gravity and has a hanging strap

[@Weonlyknewoneway]

Subbed. Want to see you bag more peaks..

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thank you

[@Chenxi_love_music_fairy]

I like the music which is played during you purified water by the mountain lake. It is very well heartwarming with such a clear bass effect. This show that you have a really outstanding taste of music. By the way, I like drinking coffee as well and the French press coffee tastes the best.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thank you very much!

[@Chenxi_love_music_fairy]

@@AliceFordAdventuresMusic fairy let me to say Thank you, great adventurer. All acoustic works done by you are pure wonders. The recording is so perfect that sound of water flowing when you purified water by the lake, or cooking and stirring food, are perfectly recorded like a professional acoustic engineer. You also select a masterpiece music when camping and watering by the beautiful lake.

[@johnspringer4870]

I think it is best to stay out of the Western mountains in May, June, July, and August to avoid mosquitoes. September is best with the Aspen turn.

[@rampk9014]

Wow. This is awesome Alice :)

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thank you so much!

[@paulleavell4317]

Alice, You are AWESOME ‼🥰💝👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Now about the star of the show:☕ I start every day with the AEROPRESS! That combined with my burr coffee grinder gives me a consistent cup of coffee every morning. Its the easiest and the Best coffee maker I have ever owned‼🤤☕

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Love it!!

[@chunkmonk71]

I tried the shortcut and ended up climbing the wrong peak. The long way from Gunsight pass is longer but less rough. It involves losing a few hundred feet, though. Thanks for the cool video- it takes me back...

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Oh no well it’s certainly difficult to follow I’ll give you that.

[@paulleavell4317]

The best filter for the Aeropress is a metal one from the dealer, or off of Amazon. You wont have to deal with the messy paper filters.🥰

[@AliceFordAdventures]

I have a metal one too, I just found it to filter better with both filters but I’ll skip the paper next time

[@chadroberts44]

My uncle ran all the way up and back from China Meadows trailhead at the age of 65 in a day's time. I've hiked it and I could never do that even when I was in top shape.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Wow good for him, trail runners are in great endurance shape. Running this would have killed me too

[@John-oj8dg]

Utah is a very pretty place! When you coming back to the east coast?

[@AliceFordAdventures]

It sure is, I don’t know when I’ll be back east right now. Hopefully next year

[@John-oj8dg]

@@AliceFordAdventures I will be up to NC for last two weeks of October. I would love if you did a video in the Linville Gorge / Lake Lure / Blueridge Parkway area. Of course that is only because I spent the last 30 years exploring the area. Hope everything is going good with you on your side watch your videos weekly.

[@Douglas_413]

Lived in Utah my whole life and I’m terrified of heights why am I watching this

[@forestshomer4043]

At the lake, and elsewhere in the vid: is that western spruce budworm damage we're seeing in the distant trees?

[@AliceFordAdventures]

I’m not sure I actually didn’t take a close look but if it’s prevalent in this area I would say it’s a good guess

[@jaymontgomery3330]

That or Larch trees that have lost their needles?

[@forestshomer4043]

That would be a good guess, except western larch doesn't range quite that far south, by several hundred miles. I'm now thinking Colorado blue spruce, attacked by spruce budworm. @@jaymontgomery3330

[@AussieAndrewsAdventures]

This one looks like fun, I love the loose stuff, always good for some slipping fun (with a few swear words mixed in haha)

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Hahah yeah for sure

[@AussieAndrewsAdventures]

I can't imagine too many bad words coming out of your mouth, you seem so calm and polite all the time lol@@AliceFordAdventures

[@tinman610]

50 tallest peaks out there

[@paulleavell4317]

😮13, 528 Ft. ‼😮 I don't think I have ever been that high, and I live in Montana!‼😮

[@gdavew63]

Hi Alice!

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Hi!

[@gdavew63]

Beautiful hike, you make it look easy. Thanks for taking us along…

[@AliceFordAdventures]

@@gdavew63 thank you, it was hard that’s for sure

[@gdavew63]

@@AliceFordAdventures Come back to Tennessee sometime…

[@williamjensen365]

Nice video, but if I may pick a nit, high ≠ tall. There are taller mountains in Utah, but they're not sitting on a 10,000' plateau, so they're not higher than Kings.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Longest trail is certainly different than highest elevation. You’ll have to take that one up with the state of Utah I’m not claiming this mountain is the highest on my own merits

[@kevinlyman1]

There seems to be quite a lot of dead trees.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Yes so much do the west has had fires or bark beetle and other bugs that have killed a lot of the evergreen population

[@ethannarrow5209]

ALICE! NOOOOOOOO!

[@nathanriggs1125]

"Meandering 8 miles". 2 words that normal people would NOT put in the same sentence when talking about hiking. LOL

[@AliceFordAdventures]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 true

[@nathanriggs1125]

@@AliceFordAdventures looked like a blast. Your videos are very enjoyable.

[@LopezZeta]

Because most modern "normal people" are overweight and lazy beyond our ancestor's recognition

[@onerider808]

I’m just impressed? stupefied? with someone who makes and carries a cardboard sign to the top of a mountain. Definitely on my to-do list. Not the sign; that particular mountain.

[@onerider808]

PS; thanks. Good video.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

The sign is there I didn’t bring it