Bears on Slough Creek, Yellowstone National Park

This is a 2 night backpacking trip on Slough Creek in Yellowstone National Park. Saw a lot of bears. This hike was done on June 15, 16, 17 2017.

[@agnetha2012]

You are one brave man! When my parents were first married they went camping in Jasper National Park, Canada with my Aunt, Uncle and their two daughters. One evening while they were cooking and a huge grizzly comes lumbering through the camp ground walking steadily. Everyone just froze. Thankfully he walked on through and onto wherever he was going.

[@widebody2010]

This is the best video I've ever watched on nature. Puts one at the location. One does not feel hurried but instead you get to see and hike at a relaxed pace. Very well done.

[@StanMills]

Earl thank you. That is kinda how I feel when I am out there. I am hoping to do 3 days in Slough Creek this weekend.

[@tammyhollandsworth6783]

This is beautiful country, appreciate your video because those who can’t make it there can enjoy watching! Thank you!

[@GRANDMAONTHEGO]

I just found your channal, i think your videos are amaizing. I absolutly LOVE BEARS! please keep the videos coming. thank you so much and be safe...

[@lisa-lr8dh]

I hiked on that exact same trail back while I was in Yellowstone last month, it's such a beautiful place! We did not see any Grizzlies, though I did have a close encounter with a male Black Bear. It was a truly unforgettable experience, and I can't wait to go there again!!

[@fastasali5498]

Nice bull elk & moose & Lots of grizzlies made a really good video. Thanks!

[@CLIFFLIX]

No way I'd pitch a soft tent in that spot. I would not get ANY sleep that night!

[@billw1958]

he didnt he was in the hammock

[@longwildernesswalks]

Man we had two bears come through camp a few years back in Yellowstone. I didn't dare tell the wife, haha! They just kept on walking, really didn't care we were there. I've only had 1 bear in camp at night. He made a bunch of noise then walked off. Just be bear aware and loud in camp. Beautiful hike Stan! I love your content buddy.

[@1jackvalley580]

Really enjoyed your first class videos and all of the great information you share with us. I love all of the wonderful respect you share with the Precious animals and also the amazing environment. Stay safe, God Bless ❤🐾🙏

[@chrismccord4475]

As an experienced backpacker who's backpacked in Yellowstone, I don't know if I could convince myself to backpack alone with that many grizzly's around.

[@thelyingscotsman7993]

Chris yeah I'd be terrified,I've never seen a bear outside of a zoo. Not the best place for them I know.

[@cachi-7878]

Perhaps not the most prudent thing to do. I know I couldn’t do it even though I love the Great Outdoors and wish I wasn’t such a wuss.

[@hopeandgracetompkins3707]

Mr. Mills, I enjoy your videos. The beauty of God's creations are there, in their truest nature, the way God intended. Thank you for sharing these videos. You don't tape yourself, nor do you incessantly narrate your steps. Just the beauty. I pray for your continued success in your endeavours. As well, good health and long life for you and your family. Amen

[@lisabolo26]

Thank you for being so kind, humble and respectful!

[@bearlylivable]

great vid..Love Slough Creek...Great hike to do when the park gets a bit crowded in the summer..

[@Backcountryhiker]

22 miles in one day, if needed! Stan, you are something! Keep pluggin away and never stop. Enjoy your videos so much, it's like I'm doing the hike myself. Well, that's got to be the "go-to" area of the park to find grizzlies! They're runnin around there like mice! Being a "tenderfoot" I'd probably not get much sleep at night in that area but you have such great knowledge of bears, etc., you can put everything in proper perspective. Really enjoyed this hike. (Happy birthday to the wife too) Oh, and one thing I never realized before is just how much the grizzlies like that open, meadow territory! Their easy diet of veggies is satisfied while there. I never thought of bears spending so much time out of the woods! Thank you for posting and God bless.

[@clydevanwinkle7382]

Enjoy this very much, Thank you!

[@davidramsey2178]

As someone who has had a lifelong interest in bears and traveled a fair bit in bear country, I found this video both interesting and a little concerning. The fellow tells us at the beginning that he is going into Slough to look for grizzly bears, sounding as if he has done this before. Yet, as he films and comments on the very first bear he sees, he states that he can't tell if it is a grizzly or a black. Even in the shaky video, shot from a few hundred yards away, the bear's size, obvious shoulder hump, distinct profile against the hillside and his movements very clearly indicate he is a grizzly. In this region, especially when traveling and camping alone, it is critical to know the difference between a black and grizzly, especially at this distance on open terrain. This gentleman seems like a really nice guy, with which I share an interest in these incredible (yet extremely dangerous) animals. My comment is made respectfully and in the spirit of concern for the safety and well-being of both humans and bears.

[@bjreed6088]

A friend and I saw a big sow with 2 small cubs in Glacier Park one year. We were hiking on a trail heading to see water falls. She & the cubs came barreling down the hill, stopped on the trail, saw us and other hikers heading our way. She paused, looked both ways, then ran down the hill. It was startling! The next day, that trailhead was closed as a hiker got mauled by the restrooms and cars. Ugh!

[@StanMills]

And it made for a memorable trip. Exciting

[@NoCrustGSX]

Excellent video sir. My favorite part of the park.

[@barbechivo]

Enjoy your videos a lot. Was looking at KZbin guy “myownfrontier” who had scary run-in with aggressive grizzly at slough creek.”

[@johneason6540]

Hi Stan Great trail. I hike the same route on June 23, 2018 It was gourgeous. I did not see grizzley, even tho I was told one had been hanging out at the patrol cabin. I always enjoy your videos.

[@sally..3242]

Thank you....awesome video.....love Yellowstone....feels like I’m right there when watching. New subscriber. Miss coming out to Yellowstone.

[@puzzlecomp]

My son and I will be hiking this trail the first week in June. This was very informative. Thanks so much for your videos.

[@tooter1able]

Stan, Like your videos so very much.... Virtual tour/visit/hike. Been there 13 times. Son goes to U of Mt because of these 'family visits'.. love and respect for nature always so evident; cannot fathom how you travel so easily in Grizzly country. Thanks ,,....again. Best

[@cheryllouisetaylor9629]

awesome video. thank you for sharing.

[@theresa510mountain]

The trilling, chortling sounds is from Sandhill Cranes.

[@mickster1780]

you hit the grizzly jackpot!

[@WildlifePatrol]

5:45 oh! It’s 2 Grizzly bears!! 💖💖🐻🐻💖💖 Great videoclip Stan!!

[@coltoncrawford6903]

Awesome video!

[@johneason6540]

It was June, and Love was in the air. Hahaha. Nice video Stan.

[@thelyingscotsman7993]

Glad you film all this Stan ,I wouldn't have the nerve to hike out there. Here in Scotland you might get chased by a big stag so not much danger camping out here.

[@duanemellenbruch2055]

Stan, thank you for zooming in and out to give me an idea of how far away you are. I’m assuming you are using binoculars of some kind since you’re on the move, but correct me if I’m wrong. I have a vision disability, and would need all the help I could get to be able to see anything. With that in mind, what is the power of the binoculars or scope you are using. Any recommendation regarding something that has needed power and quality without breaking the bank? Thank you in advance. - Duane

[@StanMills]

Duane, go to my latest video or some of my newer videos and there is a link in the description section to the scope that I always use. Thank you.

[@duanemellenbruch2055]

@@StanMills, thank you sir!

[@alboss1665]

What strikes me is the number of dead and dying trees in the background of your shots

[@irbobable]

Great video! Keep them coming, Stan

[@kellyhickerson602]

Four grizzly bears in one shot.. awesome!!!!

[@johneason6540]

Hi Stan, I am enjoying your animal videos. I hike this same trail, june 21,22,23 of 2018 it is totally gorgeous and a lot of animal sightings.

[@markstanton2362]

Balls of steel, dude!

[@OnTheRoad2Meaning]

I was there exactly when you were...might have seen the same badger as it was hunting with a coyote one day....thanks for the memory!

[@adsdentiste]

Ίσως θα βρέξει λίγο ! Πόσο μου άρεσε η μετεωρολογική πρόβλεψη ! Να είσαι πάντα ευτυχισμένος !

[@StanMills]

Thank you very much for your comments. I am currently watching videos on your channel. Are you in Greece?

[@adsdentiste]

@@StanMills yes I am in Greece! Here, Unfortunately, the rains have become rare ! I used to do the same excursions as you, unfortunately now I can not do more than 50 steps! I wish you to always be strong to enjoy the greatness of nature!

[@FREDOGISFUUN]

The grizzly bears you do not see are the dangerous ones.

[@stang20877]

Nice video, I was in Yellowstone on July and saw only 2 bears. love your channel.

[@ejmdigitalmarketing3590]

Love your videos!

[@twochordcool]

You only use the fly of your tent when camping? I know the tent body might not protect you from grizzlies but it would feel like it does!

[@piotrbielinski7781]

The best video of YNP.... I wish I had seen your videos before I visited YNP what I did a month ago....

[@StanMills]

I hope you are able to come out again. Did you see much wildlife when you visited? Thank you for your comments.

[@piotrbielinski7781]

@@StanMills It is pretty far from Poland, but who knows...We had 3 days in YNP and 1 in Teton. Lots of elks, bisons, pronghorns, / Lamar Valley /Mule deers ,bald eagel....red fox and two wolves/ on Hayden Valley/ It was amazing time for me and wife.

[@StanMills]

@@piotrbielinski7781 Poland! So nice to hear from you. Thank you for coming here to visit and you have a great day. Thank you for your comments.

[@elizabethwhite6364]

Awesome bear! Very nice video! Stay safe!

[@Horsestudent2022]

The bison seem so relaxed even with the bear around

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Excellent wildlife footage! New subscriber here. 😊

[@chantalrochon3566]

Love to take a track with you and see amazing (virtual) scenes that otherwise I could not see❤😊😊😊😊

[@bearlycamping]

Great video. Never saw so many boars in one place other than katmai.

[@waltdurling9487]

Sure enjoy your vids. I'm unsure whether it's wise to eat at a campsite, though. When I'm camping in either black or grizzly country I eat at least 100 yards distant.

[@goognamgoognw6637]

What would have happened if the four grizzlis went done the slope just as you were crossing ?

[@WildlifePatrol]

Ok Stan watching your videos is convincing me to come move to the area sooner than next Spring. Why wait lol.... When I was in Slough creek primitive campground I saw signs warning people about badgers in the area but I didn't see any :(

[@danelobe2524]

the size of the 1 dark boar was huge. awesome video's thanks for sharing !!

[@WildlifePatrol]

Are there badgers in the Slough Creek area?

[@johneason6540]

Hot bed of bear activity. You have a good eye for finding them Great trail

[@tammyhollandsworth6783]

😮No way would I camp with that many bears around. Especially by myself.

[@indy500car]

Great video-Good job! I love slough creek trail, although I didn't see bear, you hit the jack pot!. Hope to get back there soon.

[@StanMills]

C R, You should always see bear. Just stop often and use your binoculars to observe carefully the other side of the river.

[@wyoflycaster4307]

Stan Mills Do you carry two cans of bear spray with you when you camp alone? Have you had to use any yet?

[@glennwojcik2342]

It's pretty sick knowing I am doing a lot of your hikes.

[@StanMills]

Glenn, I have been hoping you would put your hiking videos on your channel. I would like to see your exploration. Thanks for your comments.

[@markstanton2362]

I would be beating a hasty retreat to that ranger cabin with my tent.

[@sassytbc7923]

Looking for bears??? You are brave soul. I would do the same. But never alone.

[@old4004]

I was going to ask you how you are able to sleep with that bear population, but you explained it. What photo equipment are you using? Thanks.

[@georgedevore2020]

You ever get bothered by them grizzly bears when they're camping

[@MrImaghost]

All the names of these places ring familiar,they were all in Black Wolf documentary.

[@michaelr3648]

You are brave or crazy or a combination. Great videos !

[@clifftotten7609]

What camera is that? Great zoom! (Nikon P1000?)

[@wanderingfisherman8270]

We are hoping to camp in the same camp site in Jul provided we are lucky enough to draw a permit. Great video

[@StanMills]

Both campsite are good. Be the first person in line or try to get your permit the day before. Have a great time camping.

[@wanderingfisherman8270]

We are going to apply for the permit in March and hope for the best when they draw. Grew up in JH and have spent many hours driving around inside YNP but have never back packed in the park.

[@StanMills]

When are you planning on doing your backpacking trip on Slough Creek?

[@wanderingfisherman8270]

The last part of July for 2 or three days

[@junkoroberson3552]

Enjoyed your video. Did you carry bear spray with you?

[@carolv8450]

Be careful out there!

[@cachi-7878]

I would be scared shitless and probably would not sleep a wink.

[@floatygimpy]

Looks like there is a few more (5?) bison at 29:30?

[@owenpeller6471]

very nice. The pictures are not good but in order to be safe in the Back Country bad pictures are pretty much what you can do. ironically the only possibility for decent pictures at least for me is near the road and at that location the Rangers tend to ruin everything

[@dianediane1245]

Amazing video! 🐻 What is causing the dead pines? Bark beetle?

[@StanMills]

Yes, maybe Pine Rust and fires also.

[@brg327]

Sir what was the name of the ranch up near the bear tooth wilderness, ? Silver….Ranch? Thank you for the great videos!

[@StanMills]

Silver tip ranch

[@brianminkc]

More bears than people, a lot more.

[@WildlifePatrol]

Besides getting some photos of some Grizzlies and some cubs with my 200-600mm with a 2x converter lens, I would love to get some photos of some badgers too!

[@RDHher]

Thanks for the zooming

[@mycocoaone]

I am wondering about your camera and lenses you use. Thanks.

[@mikemission9230]

Beautiful area but I don't think I would be up there by myself and I definitely wouldn't be able to sleep at night in a tent or hammock way too many bears..

[@deborahlewis5964]

750 grilles in Yellowstone….

[@darlene19668]

I am so glad you are having a good time but I sure hope you planned something for your wife either before or after this hike to make up for not being home on her birthday 😮😂😢

[@1jackvalley580]

Dangerous territory for baby Elk

[@CoBros]

12:20 is where Joey C (MyOwnFrontier) on youtubes bear incident happened !

[@StanMills]

What incident? Which one of his videos? Thanks

[@jrodowens]

@@StanMills If i'm not mistaken, he either didn't video the encounter or he hasn't posted it (yet?) I am aware of the incident - I'm sure it is the one being referenced - because Joey tells a much-abridged version in his Q&A video.

[@hayleyharrison274]

Wolfquest anyone??

[@jamesknight9897]

Hello Stan, I Have enjoyed many of your Yellowstone videos. In this one, are you sleeping on a pad in a sleeping bag under the rain fly? Do you have bear spray with you? What is your plan if a grizzly comes into camp at night? Do they simply leave you alone while you are sleeping under the rain fly? Jim Knight/Ann Arbor MI

[@patb9375]

Play by play on mating season at 5:45

[@HullTreeCare8]

I love these videos but I have never understood why and I will never get a permit to go hiking in a national forest I have a permit I live in the country that permits me to go on any national forest or BLM land as I choose when I choose

[@dictator9849]

OMG This is Grizzly porno!

[@nogoodtrader]

Thumbs up if you're not bear stool yet.

[@10laws2liveby]

talk too much

[@kimrobb5307]

stupid comment too much??