Backpacking Four Pass Loop: Maroon Bells / Snowmass Wilderness, Colorado

Hope you enjoy what I consider to be the backpacking trip of a lifetime. Gorgeous views, mountain passes, hammock camping and adventure was the name of the game when we went on one of the best and most popular hikes in Colorado. The Four Pass Loop in the Maroon Bells was truly epic. We take on West Maroon, Frigid Air, Trail Rider and Buckskin passes (in that order) clockwise around the loop. This was my first trip out West and definitely won't be the last. Maximum elevation was around 12,500 feet.
Watch as we slog through the altitude, get caught at the top of a pass during a thunderstorm, stay at some beautiful campsites, trek through the snow and only have one itsy bitsy tumble.
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[@jasonBGI]

It's like a postcard

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

It was gorgeous Jason, really a trip for the history books.

[@knordberg]

Amazing video. The scenery couldn't be described with words. Thanks for sharing your adventure.

[@senthuran82]

Thanks buddy for making a beautiful and informative video!

[@borisscott9156]

Great video. Thank you for making it. It's been 30 years and I can almost smell it. Almost like being there again.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Just as beautiful as ever. I was just stunned by how pretty the area was.

[@texashikeaholicsadventures5651]

Awesome awesome video!!! Love it!! Thanks so much for sharing your adventure!!!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks for watching! It was a great time.

[@rtdavis62]

Beautiful scenery.

[@VuNguyen-mh4oo]

Great video of Colorado. Excellent job!

[@dennislopez599]

That part about mental toughness really spoke to me! Super inspiring ,thank you for your videos Love them!

[@naturecallsoutdoors]

What an awesome trip Tim. So much beauty and experience for you. Really great video.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks, it was a really good time.

[@jamesconey8815]

This is happening next year. Thanks for the great video. 👌👌👌

[@2agilber]

Absolutely enjoyed the joy and enthusiasm for your hike! Me and a good friend are making plans for this late June 2020 to complete the loop, been having some troubles with the complications of accessability due to covid-19 and avalanche events that have altered the landscape this winter. But we are determined to make the best of it, 2020 style! Your video was an upbeat reinstallation of hope for why people do these extreme trips, the wild beauty is beyond worth it! Can't wait. Thank you again!

[@RalphReagan]

The southern side coming up is wonderful too.

[@mountaintrailventures]

Beautiful! Hope to do it soon.

[@PREPFORIT]

Great water source & views ! Way better adventures than any video game ! (deep calm breaths !)

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Ha, there were lots of times where I just wanted to soak it all in for sure. The water sources were some of the best!

[@KentuckyWoodsman]

Man what an epic trip! Great video Tim!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks, it was a great one for sure.

[@jodylowe8476]

Nice work. thanks.

[@jeffseng6385]

This was epic! Thank you

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Hands down my favorite trip I’ve ever done.

[@AdventureArchives]

Awesome video! Awesome scenery!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks, I appreciate the comment. You guys should definitely go here! It might take longer with all the camera gear but totally worth it. :)

[@coughingowloutdoors8579]

Wow....what can i say besides thanks for taking us all along, (that's why you were out of breath)...Always nice to visit new places and step out of the comfort zone...scenic overkill....certainly a memory maker!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

It was! Lol, thanks for the ready-made excuse about being out of breath. It surprised me for sure.

[@jamesj3325]

Awesome, we were there last year, spent a few nights in Snowmass and plan to do do this route next year. Appreciate you sharing!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks for watching. The area is amazing, I totally understand going back.

[@What_If_We_Tried]

Ruggedly beautiful scenery, and the mountain goats at the end were a nice surprise.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Definitely alot of wildlife on this one: goats, moose and marmots!

[@briscohikes1889]

Great video as always Tim. Inspirational place. Keep it going man, you set the bar.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks! I appreciate the kind words.

[@floesh-408]

Hi from Holland, thanks for the amazing footage

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks for checking it out. One of my favorites from last year.

[@CalvinsCorner72]

Unbelievable video quality. Loved this. You said beautiful so many times as so did I. am watching this the whole way through. Great. Tim this is amazing footage. Didn't have time I see to make a snow Man. LOL Cattell trails. LOL Hard day was not a good day? 10 Miles!!! WTH? Don't veer off the trail. We don't need you killed.

[@VentureOutside]

Looks like an awesome trip as usual Tim!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks, indeed it was!

[@MauriceHogan]

Love your channel, this video actually inspired me to start my own hiking channel. Cheers brother

[@JasonHelmandollar]

Very beautiful area. Great video.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks Jason. The area is gorgeous for sure!

[@AnnieFarmerFarm]

WOW what a awesome hike! to much fun! WOW WOW this was a fantastic trip Tim!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks Annie, I see you've been traveling as well!

[@AnnieFarmerFarm]

This was so cool!

[@stephenkras]

Nice video. I enjoyed it. Thank you.

[@meganhale6259]

I love your videos. A lot of people just show the views. I like that you show the tough parts and narrate along the way. I plan to hike this one day, thanks for the video!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks Megan. Trip videos are my favorite ones to make.

[@thathikingguy]

Wow fantastic trip!! 52 instances of the words beautiful and pretty in this video LOL. However justifiable number for describing it. I agree on the mental toughness it takes to keep going when your body might be telling you to stop. I felt that on Mt Elbert almost every minute above tree line. Awesome stuff

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Yea, I thought of you because I'm pretty sure we passed right by the turn off for Mt. Elbert on the way to Aspen. It was a great trip indeed!

[@heathschwab]

Hey thanks man so much waking hope it's as fun as you leave. Thanks for all the vidoe omg so so but beautiful God bless

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks heath. It was gorgeous.

[@brianwhidden]

Great video Tim.I look forward to doing this trail soon.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

It is well worth it. Views every single day for hours on end.

[@mrdonelsonglhs]

Wow!! I'll say it again backwards! Wow!!! What a gorgeous place to hike. I've got a few more pounds to lose before I try that one. But I sure enjoy going with you guys. I have a lot more oxygen that way! Seriously, I always look forward to your videos. Thanks for sharing them and your passion for the trail!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks! I think anyone could do this one, just have to take it slow and steady. I appreciate the kinds words.

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

I've been looking forward to this! What an epic trip. Such a beautiful area. I'll have to put this on my list. The situation trying to beat the storm over the pass is almost identical to what I just experienced this past weekend in the Sierras. I get it about the altitude! It definitely makes hiking a bit more slow going. This is an awesome video!!! I really enjoyed this beautiful place in our country. Thank you!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks Catherine! You should definitely check it out. It was great. The storm over the pass was one of those moments where I remember thinking, "this is so dumb!!" I was grateful it worked out ok.

[@TheWasatchGearReview]

Welcome to what Devin and I climb all the time! Glad you made it to the Rockies!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Ha, the altitude was no joke that's for sure!

[@davethomson1950]

Wow. Awesome video! I hiked there in 2015 it was incredible

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

It was incredible indeed. Hands down my most scenic trip ever. 360 views every day.

[@BluecollarBackcountry]

Oh man ! I haven't been in a couple of years. For 30 years I didn't miss a summer trip farther south in a more remote area and you've made me miss it really bad. Whoever came up with the term "EPIC" had to be on a Colorado mountain. It's an amazing feeling isn't it ? Almost hard to describe. Great job buddy.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

I agree, I feel like I have the bug to do a trip like this one every year...as long as I can arrange things at home!

[@trakyboy5128]

The CT is just speech less at most times!!!! Gotta b the premier trail in America... sure gets the most video time. I love watching them all !!!!!!!!😋🤗

[@stowe18]

Enjoyed watching! Colorado is one of my favs for sure -- I skied Aspen Snowmass this past March and from the top I could see the maroon bells. Just while driving towards Aspen, I couldn't put the camera down. After watching Sintax and you hike this, now it's on my "must hike" list.. Superb quality video too by the way! Thanks for sharing!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks! Phenomenal trip. I agree with you that even the drive up there was just gorgeous. It was an awesome trip. I love sintax and David Gray's video on the area. It really made me want to go.

[@evespanish]

Tim!! we met someone in the Whites this weekend who had seen your videos and raved about you - we remembered that we had met you on this loop and thought you were awesome! Thanks for sharing - so glad we got to have a moment of stardom in this great video - happy hiking!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Ha! Eve! Glad you found your way back to this video. Hope you’ve been having a great hiking year. Being you were in the Whites it sounds like it!

[@IrishZombieNation]

Incredible scenery and video to complement it. This spot is on my bucket list. I'm nowhere near in the shape I'd need to be to do that elevation, and my asthma would probably flare up for the first time in years. Someday though I'll hit those mountains. Thanks for sharing this excellent adventure Tim. Thoroughly loved watching it.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks Leo. It was a fun adventure for sure. I'm really glad we got to do it.

[@RexLaughlin]

Great video! It's very beautiful up there! I was there with some friends July 13-17. Amazing views! Glad you made it over the snow... very scary if you slip.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Rex, those are the same dates we were hiking. We must have passed been on the trail at the same time!

[@alexmartinez-gh5kj]

Hiked it in September of 2016. loved it!!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Wonderful place!

[@houseboatrob4238]

That is some great views , the old trappers that made there way through that terrain were tough as nails! Great vid tim

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

I always think about them Rob. When I read about John Muir heading into the mountains with some tea leaves and a crust of bread and see how we struggle out there with our modern comforts it makes me laugh.

[@fargokid71]

Wow! So very crowded. The flying bugs and wet weather reminds me how fun it use to be BUT how I don't miss doing it, either.

[@robertwyatt553]

Love this video. I tried to do this about 3 years ago. A flatlander myself. We overnighted just above that creek that had the snow bridge above Crater Lake. No snow at that area...around July 7 or so. I made it to the top of Maroon Pass after a slow slog of nearly 3 hours. that was about 2 miles below the pass. I realized there was no way I was going to make it all through the loop. Dropped back down to the first nights camp and got set up just in time to get shelter from a hailstorm. Back out the next morning. Just a stunning spot.

[@ManzanoManATVAdventures]

You did an awesome job filming the four pass loop. Thanks for sharing your adventure in Colorado. I am new to your channel and I am now subscribed.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks, it's probably my favorite trip video so far. And welcome!

[@g.a.mendoza1064]

I wanna do this next week but heard that it won’t be open until by the end of July. This video provided me an insight on what to expect. Thanks much, Tim.

[@SouthWestWildernessScotland]

I'm sure that's a hike some people will do over and over again, especially with all those stunning views to look at in every direction. I really enjoyed that one. Atb Glenn.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

I'd repeat it for sure!

[@uptrail7169]

I finally finished watching this video from you!! The first time I only watched up to when you met the girls. It can be hard to watch longer videos in the summer months. This was a great video and Cathy did watch it with me!😀

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks Bob. Glad you guys enjoyed. This is probably one of my favorites. I've rewatched it a couple of times. 😀

[@uptrail7169]

Epic Trip! I like the part with the girls trail names!! I know what you mean about the elevation for breathing. Last year in the mountains it was a challenge adjusting the the high elevations. The storms can make you a little nervous!! Next year our plan in to go backpacking at the Rocky Mountain National Park and maybe climb Longs Peak. That is a very challenging climb and the weather will be a major factor.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Eve and Hope were fun to meet. We'll see if they get to watch this one. It was a great trip for sure!

[@RESTLESSOUTDOORS]

Simply stunning! When in Frutia... first day, got on my MTB... was super charged with all the scenary... first mile, I yakked my brains out... altitude sickness kicked my butt... each breathe in your video reminded me of that! God I wish I was there... that truley is God's country!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Indeed! I had to remind myself so many times to take it easy. I'm sure if I hadn't I would have been yakking as well. It was good to get down on the last day!

[@MrTmax74]

When it was railing on u it was thundering and raining hard here in Utah! Very immersive ha ha. Thanks for another enjoyable vid Tim.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Ha! It's the new virtual reality! That thunder and new lightning was a new kind of scary for me.

[@jae.m.luna2023]

I just hiked in Colorado and the altitude was pretty tough (I’m from Texas). Great video!

[@jasonwish-]

Amazing so far....still watching in sections. I didn't know that Josh injured himself in MI....man that stinks. Glad you got to experience Colorado. Looking forward to watching the rest.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks Jason, yea it was a fun one for sure. I felt and still feel bad for Josh. He's still recovering even now. I think really bad tendon problems but he's working his way back.

[@jeffgosling6957]

Just there (August 1st, 17) from Houston and man oh man that elevation is no joke. Like you said it's a mind game, one step at a time. I got some pics but your video is much easier to tell people about. Already planning another trip back. Beautiful in it's most purest form! Good times!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Awesome! It was as beautiful as advertised that's for sure.

[@SalineScott]

What an awesome trip!!!! The views were just amazing. I felt bad that Subaru Josh didn't get to go with y'all. I don't see how he hiked in and crossed they stream like he did. I hope Steve Sharon sees that adventure van. Lol

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Yea, I felt bad for him. We've had this one planned for months now. It was definitely at his limit hiking in that boot for the few miles. That van was awesome wasn't it?!

[@jspoutdoors6945]

Hey, just came across your channel. I enjoyed the video. Beautiful mountains! Looking forward to more.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Welcome!

[@ewingfox6459]

Thanks for the great video! I'll be out there Jul 7th with my 14yo, she's a beast and loves hiking at altitude. Her 42yo dad? well... :D Can't wait, this one has been on the bucket list for YEARS.

[@markashurst8626]

man! That looks like a great trip. Take it easy on the snow fields.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

We definitely did! The big concern (for us) were ice bridges with hidden streams etc. It was nowhere near what is being reported on the PCT but I'll admit the thought was in the back of my head!

[@roymenke1909]

I'm planning this trip this summer. I'm from Texas (633 ft elevation) so I expect the altitude to be rough. We've backpacked the Telluride area the last 3 years. Excited to see something new!

[@TACHILL]

loved it Tim! and an epic journey! sux your friend hurt his foot... and ill tell ya bro i was worried there for a minute with you looking so beat down.. elevation can really just deplete all your energy. glad to see you back to yourself at the end!! that van was pretty cool too!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Yea, elevation was a bear for sure. Thank God that last pass was an easier one. I really could feel myself getting better the quicker I came down. Amazing how that works. Thanks for watching Rick, sometime I have to go a little further west to your neck of the woods!

[@jy4627]

That elevation sickness is no joke. Fantastic adventure.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks, I really loved it. 360 views for days.

[@potatothorn]

glad subaru Josh at least was able to see some if it.. Congrats on making a personal high altitude- could go on all day so i'll just say Rox and i Loved this, So Sharp, 45 minutes of WOW that's AWESOME

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

It was a great trip man. I really enjoyed it. I can see how peak bagging out West can definitely become addicting.

[@milehighac2738]

I did this hike 5 years ago. This was my first backpacking trip. I was not at all prepared for the challenge, which put me in danger. I made it to the end through great perseverance. I learned so much about backpacking that trip. I will never forget it. I have made so much progress since then. I would love the chance to hike this loop again now that I am better prepared. It was absolutely beautiful!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

I'd go back in a heartbeat. Such a fun trip.

[@milehighac2738]

The maroon bells is one of my favorite places. I go there every year. I am glad you enjoyed your trip to my beautiful home state!

[@jesseward4743]

do you mind me asking what you were unprepared for? This is going to be my first hiking trip. im doing it with a more experienced friend and though he has told me all the supplies i need, i feel i might be unprepared for the physical aspect. Im not quick to give up on things but i dont have the strongest legs(chicken legs) and im worried ill slow the pace too much.

[@OUTDOORS55]

Wow all the snow! What an awesome trip! Colorado is an incredible place. Seems like you did pretty good with the altitude. I've read that being in shape doesn't help much with acclimatization. I can't see how that could be true though. Lol the goats photo bombing you in the end😀👍

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

I thought cardio helped with the breathing part. The altitude still kicks butt though. lol

[@chuckbelcher7566]

Enjoyed your video of Colorado trip. Your camera did better than you think. Thanks for taking the time to share the beauty of it

[@GaerHampton]

Despite the large amount of people who visit it, the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness is one of my absolute favorite parts of the world! I've known about this loop trip for years now, and I've always thought, "Someday I'll do that trip". Well, I think that "someday" is probably going to be late in September. I can't wait!

[@BackcountryExposure]

Absolutely enjoyed this Tim! I've had the maroon bells on my list for a while. Seemed like a lot of people there though. I need to come to Ohio and do some "flatland" hiking so I can feel like I am cruising, ha ha! We really ought to plan a trip at some point.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

You should definitely do it. Totally worth it and as awesome as advertised.

[@LifeFlight101]

I watched this whole video to hear you say youre from Ohio. Awesome!! Me too!! Im headed here to visit my good friend in Snowmass next month.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

O-H- :) It's gorgeous there, enjoy it!

[@stevenmshawzy]

I really appreciated the effort that you made with the Go Pro video. I do it myself and I know it is challenging to concentrate on the hike and the camera simultaneously. Well done and thanks for sharing. I'm going to Maroon Bells next month. [ Oct 2022]

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

I’m glad you enjoyed it. This is my favorite trip of all time and I remember it fondly.

[@ronkincaid9107]

Great trip Tim. I envy you.

[@philiphuebner6490]

Is that an InReach Explorer satellite communicator and Gps? Good idea

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Ha, thanks. It was a great trip for sure. Yes, the Joshes and me split the cost. It came in handy a couple times for messaging as well as confirming that the snow packed areas were actually the trail!

[@jonahunderwood1023]

Awesome video. I hiked that same loop last June. The exact same thing happened to our group when we were descending from west Maroon pass. We decided to set up our tents and hammocks in that very small group of trees at the bottom of the pass. Ended up getting absolutely hammered by the storm and couldn't see 2 feet outside of our shelters until it got dark. It would have been very dangerous if we decided to ascend frigid air pass

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

We considered holing up like you did. Fortunately I think we beat the worst of it and/or it shifted away from us. Your adventure sounds really gnarly and cool though.

[@jimmyaugustine4181]

Great video! My wife and I hiked the loop the last week of July. We are from Maryland and yes the elevation is a monster to get used to! Drink a ton if watwr heloed us. The Rock garden above Snow Mass lake had alot less snow on it but it was VERY DANGEROUS! Thank you for sharing !

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Yea we were pounding water like crazy. It did help alot. I agree above Snowmass was the worst this year. Probably the sketchiest thing I've done so far. Trekking poles were invaluable for me. Thanks for watching! It's fun to have people comment who've done it recently.

[@deannadeiters9886]

Was it dangerous because of the snow or always? We're planning a hike in July 2019 with 3 kids - 12, 14, 16 and I'm very afraid of heights!

[@TheGoatMumbler]

Awesomeness!This is on my bucket list. I'm headed up that way in about 9 days. Since I'm driving acclimating is easier. But I have jumped off a plane, ate lunch and got on my mountain bike at 11,000' and it was an ass whoopin" !

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Ha, it was a great trip!

[@casmoneansthefourth]

Tim, I'm from Michigan and have made several backpacking trips to CO. I completely understand the WOW factor. :P

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

lol, good! I was in awe this entire trip. I live in Southern CO for a year but it was a completely different experience hiking in the mountains.

[@Datsyzerberg]

Haha, sea bass. Elevation ia no joke. Need acclimation or you abaolutely feel it. Would love to hike there, looks fantastic

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

It was amazing. Well worth the trip.

[@vlharvey]

Thanks, we're going 8/22 so I think snow is mostly gone, but this year? 500% of usual snow for the year.

[@vlharvey]

It would be very helpful to know if this was June or July because of snow levels. but your video is great! thanks. I've done this trail 3 times, one of them alone, and now hope for one more time.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

It was in July.

[@WanderingFromKansas]

Thanks for sharing, Tim! I'll be in RMNP soon. Hanging in a hammock and eating Ramen bombs for dinner!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Enjoy!!

[@JaxxDrinkwater]

Looks like a great trip so far. I'm watching this in pieces. I'm guessing you didn't see my buddy Grapenut while you were there. He was hiking the same time as you.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

The same trail? No I didn't see him but it was fantastic.

[@adventureandbackpackingtin9923]

Grapenut haha great name

[@WayfaringWaz]

Tim, fellow Ohioan backpacker here. Just got back from 4 days in the Dolly Sods. If you ever need a hiking partner around Cbus(or beyond) and my schedule allows it I volunteer as tribute.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Will let you know, like and message my facebook page (in the description). It's more reliable than youtube messaging, that way we can connect.

[@adventureandbackpackingtin9923]

Hey Tim names Jordan great videos...love Colorado Wyoming area some of the most beautiful country....so this past year I lost my brother....not gonna go to detail but had big plans to go on backpacking trips and never got the opportunity to...I have a family of three girls and live in a small town and I am planning to move to Colorado by the end of the year....anyways been looking for backpacking buddies to share some adventures on the trail would be great if you were interested....pretty much tired of all the solo trips and all the friends backing out last minute....so if you ever need another backpacking buddy lmk....I'm flexible with getting time off and easy going on plans etc..... sorry for the randomness and if ya get back to me or not safe travels and keep the great videos up buddy! Thanks

[@BCloudMark]

Amazing views!!! Clearly the wildlife is not used to much human interaction. Nice one thou bro!! 👍🏻

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Yea, it was a pretty fantastic one!! Thanks!!

[@remyllebeau77]

Feel the wildflowers, taste the rainbow.

[@dzjc01]

That someone would shoot an arrow in a designated campsite is moronic beyond belief. As a native Coloradoan, I'm embarrassed. Awesome video and you guys did a great job, especially crossing that snow trail!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks, it was a fun trip! I rewatch this video sometimes just to remind myself of how beautiful it was.

[@FrozensAdventures]

You didn't let the poor girl tell her story about how she got the trail name blow.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

+Outdoor Adventures you noticed that huh? 😬 I will say this is one of those times where the imagination is funnier.

[@FrozensAdventures]

Haha!

[@guns4funcajanajustin]

Just amazing views nice hike what is the elevation there

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks, the elevation is about 12,500 at the highest point.

[@theheathenhiker7631]

"When I get back to normal people elevation..." Ha ha! That's awesome man! What about those of us who live up here? Abnormal people? Great video Tim, and the next time you're out here in Colorado we can go hike some fourteeners.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

We passed right by Mt. Elbert to get to this trip. Thought about it. :)

[@theheathenhiker7631]

Tallest peak in Colorado. It is fun, and pretty popular. Summit by noon to avoid the storms!

[@trakyboy5128]

Hey bro, I loved your video on this and could really feel the excitement coming through you on it the video images are just spectacular but I wanted to ask you if you had to do the same trip over would you do it backwards or do you think it would make any difference

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks. I wouldnt have done it backwards. I think this direction was perfect for starting off strong and ending easier.

[@LETSgoBRANDON08.]

Nice video You should avoid going off trail around the switch backs because of erosion An ice axe would have came in handy

[@msilverhammer]

Beautiful scenery, and oh so many Yahoos, but this is a Tim Watson video after all! LOL I half expected, and was surprised that you did not come upon a group of old ladies having tea out there, as we saw just about everyone else! That arrow was a Native American warning to all yahoos and gawkers to keep out! I would have collected some of that Mountain Goat hair and woven a coat while I was out there! If you scratch the goats gently under their chin, they will sit still and let you shear them, but only if you do it gently! Did you edit out the part where sick, lame and lazy Josh was chased down the mountain by a bear? Hey, I saw that van a few years ago when I was out in the Guadeloupe Mountains! All in all, looked like a good time. Good video!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

It was a fun time! And yes it can get crowded around the trail head!

[@dhillon6596]

thanks for sharing your trip videos and the knowledge about backpaking, i was really into wildlife and now im really into backpacking , me and my wife just bought all the gears and going to yosemite for 3 day backpacking in august to see the mother nature from very close the first time , one Q how many of that gas fluid tank do we need for two nights?

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Depends on how much you use it of course BUT in general just boiling water for two people for two nights a 110g canister will work easily.

[@dennislopez599]

Ohio ,Represent! Medina

[@zero744]

you should hike the white mountain, permi loop in new hampshire

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

It's on "the list." :D

[@teamgh0ul]

Awesome video! How did your Z-packs backpack hold up during this trip? Comfortable?

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Great and comfortable. I have some minor quibbles with it but nothing that's a deal breaker.

[@alexhauck225]

Best Video of the Four Loop Pass I have watched yet! My wife, Bother, and I are planning on doing this trip the first week in July, I hope it nice out! 1 Question though, did you feel like you needed to use GPS or a map? Or was the path pretty easy to follow? Thanks in advance!

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks Alex! The path was generally easy to follow BUT we used the GPS for the snow covered areas quite a bit. If you have snow all bets are off and I'd recommend bringing the GPS.

[@tuber45371]

Hi Tim. I apologize if this question was asked previously but I didn’t see it. I’m taking my 16 year old out to CO to do this hike later this summer. We are really trying to decide whether to take our hammocks (Warbonnet Blackbirds) or our tents (ZPacks). We both prefer hammocks, but we don’t want to be too constrained in campsite choices. I’ve found very few pictures and trip reports of people using hammocks. I’m very interested in your opinion (and other subscribers opinions)

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

The hammocks will definitely constrain your choices but I didn't think it was too bad. I didn't have any anxiety that we weren't going to find trees or a good spot to setup every night. If you sleep better in the warbonnet blackbirds then I'd bring that one!

[@spseale]

Hey Tim. Nice trip! So, I'm curious as to whether you did this hike in your trail runners?

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Thanks and yes I wore the speedcross 3s. My feet would have been even more pruned in any boots. The whole trip was wet and that one mud pit would have been over any boots.

[@ozarklife9996]

What time was it when you were at frigid air pass. Great video hope to go next year, may have to solo it.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

I think it was very early afternoon. 12.30pm? And thanks, it was a great trip!