BACKPACKING COLORADO On The Pine River Trail | Weminuche Wilderness | San Juan Nat’l Forest

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This is my first ever backpacking trip in Colorado! I am joined by my niece Christine of "This Girl Hikes" (channel link: / @nomadunknown4766 ). We hike along the gorgeous Pine River Trail in the Weminuche Wilderness (part of the San Juan National Forest). On night one we encounter a severe thunderstorm and must re-assess our situation. We work it out though and wind up spending 3 nights in the wilderness total although maybe not consecutively. Watch to find out what happens! The scenery is beautiful. I cannot wait to explore more of Colorado.
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[@doughutchison6382]

Your choice of music is always so good. It’s so gentle on the mind and goes very well with the scenery.

[@perjrgensen8280]

YES.. :) Greetings from Denmark, Northern Europe, the old Viking country.

[@GaryB94558]

Forests, mountain rivers, Aspen trees and listening to the birds are some of my favorite things. Nature holds the most beautiful things you will ever see. Thank you for sharing

[@allegrabraun7545]

Wonderous! Thank you for the sounds of water, birds chirping the bees buzzing and flowers swaying.and thunder rolling! 💌Thank you💌

[@bryanschwertner3585]

Many moons ago (1977) my brother, a few others and I backpacked up the Vallecito trail to Rock Creek trail, over the top to Moon and Half Moon, to Emerald Lake and on to Los Pinos (now called Pine River) trail and out to that trailhead. 5 days Counting 1 layover on Rock Creek. Had a car parked at each trailhead. My most memorable trip! This year my wife and I stayed at 30 mile campground and dayhiked the Weminuche trail a couple miles in. Thanks for jogging my memory! Oh, rain and hail back then. But only 3 or 4 hours once. And back then no dead pines from the pine bark beetle. Thanks again!!!

[@wellsonwheels457]

I really appreciate that you let the sounds of nature come through! Love the bumbles!! 🐝

[@rayrobbins4625]

Thank you for the multitude of landscape painting ideas .

[@johng.4959]

I'm running out of good things to say about your videos! Wonderful photography and sharing such beautiful places. Wow... Just amazing. And nature... rain, wind, hail. I'll take all of it over what is happening in this modern world. God's gift is what I see when I watch your videos. Nature is the cure. Thank you! 👍

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

I always appreciate your comments. Thank you!

[@barb0138]

I am glad you are back thanks so much for the video

[@kurtporter1323]

What perseverance ! Tip of the hat to you ladies. You went back! Awesome video w/ spectacular landscape. Once again, I would've been getting my line wet for fresh trout dinner. Thank you for sharing, Kurt

[@danokitemanotoo1791]

Rain is the reason we always take a tarp shelter & pole system. We face the tent doors towards the center of the Kelty or whatever tarp we bring and can still be outside our tents even in a downpour! It's worth the extra weight, especially on a flat hike like the river.

[@Galiuros]

What a beautiful area. The cold misty morning looks great to this desert dweller.

[@markreynolds3850]

Thanks for sharing this video,beautiful area. Nice job filming this area.

[@BryanDeLay]

Excellent video Catherine. You captured some fantastic shots and the essence of The Pine River Trail. Your campsite on the last night was my campsite for the first night.

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you Bryan! That was a great site! All three were for that matter. I’m looking forward to the video of your trip.

[@nomadunknown4766]

Stunning! Let's go back! 😁

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

I’m ready! Thank you. ❤️

[@shaunsanchez13]

Your so fortunate to be able to hike in Colorado is truly heaven on earth you be safe and love your videos thanks for bringing me to the wilderness

[@dawnvierra4063]

Transporting us all through your eyes and camera. Wow. It's so breathtaking and I can feel the peacefulness of the wilderness

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

❤️❤️

[@charlesjordan9591]

In spite of all the bad things happening in our world this was indeed a beautiful stunning video.....Wow.

[@HikingMan]

It's an honor for me to write the first comment. The thunder is majestic. The wind's nice. The sound of water is pretty, too. I want to go there but it's not easy. But I'm happy to see it on video. Thumbs up!

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you 🙏!

[@Hiker_Mike]

Love the San Juan's, so many beautiful hikes/camps. Beautiful video, thank you.

[@bldfit46]

Your narration is as calming as the scenery.

[@gingerbread6614]

I can’t say how beautiful that is. Wish we were there. But we can’t do it anymore. So we live thru you. Thank you ever so much.

[@amranackerman9656]

Green lakes Table Mt Wyoming. A real treat -- looks like a old mideivel castle sitting in a valley of flowers and alpine lakes . The scenery is epic

[@lonanakken1688]

Great video, Catherine. Nice that you were able to wait out the weather and get back on the trail!

[@brianthompson-bnew4lifellc332]

This video was extremely soothing and what I needed. I shared it with a few friends that needed the sites and sounds. Omgoodness....and the music! Just wow. Thank you.

[@Far-Beyond-Ordinary]

Despite the hardships that nature gave you on this trip, you manage to capture a lot of beauty along the way. Great work and I know it is hard work to capture it and put it together in a viewable format. Thanks so much!

[@gmv0553]

Catherine, I love watching your videos! You are so down to earth and genuine!

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you.

[@mikeferrannini712]

Beautiful area......trail looks good....the river....and the bridges too. I am a big fan of rain and even the volitale weather...so just love it that the mountains have their own weather agenda......Love seeing the flowers and their colors also. From the perspective of my still being in a virus environment and seeing all this nature...including the bees you showed.....it is just great to see that "nature" has a mind of it's own and going forward as it always has.... thanks.

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Nature has no idea what’s going on in the world. It’s as it was and always will be. Perfect. :)

[@mikeferrannini712]

@@CatherineGregoryAdventures .....yes definitely

[@lance3338]

Beautiful hike. Thank you for sharing it!

[@marcoscustodio6255]

Beautiful places, and you are a very talented video maker, thank you for sharing.

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you!

[@mariedriskell8752]

Thanks for taking me along, im Originally from Durango...I sure miss it right now....thank you again 💓. Hope you enjoyed it as much as I did.🏵🌱🌼🌻🥀🌲🌲I have a sister in Bayfield, say to all♥️♥️

[@tsav6952]

Really nice glad it didn't get entirely rained out. Looking forward to the next trail.

[@jaymontgomery3330]

Thanks for sharing Cat, absolutely beautiful country! Arm chair backpacking at it's best!

[@nocturnal7312]

Sitting in my living room Sunday morning sipping my chocolate coffee (Not Joking), I about fell out of my chair when I heard you say that. 1st video of the day is yours, Wow, I use to live in Colorado Springs, I forgot how pretty it is. You wouldn't believe how pretty your videos are with a big screen smart TV streaming through my cell phone. Love your videos, They are very calming in this crazy world we live in, Thanks!

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you!

[@dedwin8930]

One of ur best scenery videos to me. Storms and photography excellent!

[@jotape1960]

Thank you so much to share all those beautiful and wonderful places with us!!! Blessings and Greetings from Chile!!!

[@Jimbo-pm1dp]

Really beautiful scenery....thx for sharing another great vid !!

[@paulfroud3920]

Worth a 2nd watch tonight. Good for you for pursuing your dream between nature and concrete. Safe travels...

[@michaelsanfilippo7433]

Another superb production. Just as good as any nature documentary I've seen on TV. Thanks for another tip to add to my list of retirement backpack trips. Enjoyed the journey.

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you so much 🙏!

[@rayleo8520]

Don't you just love the crystal clear water in the high mountain streams. Great content Cat. As usual. Thank you.

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Yes, I do. Thank you!

[@skibusch1]

Wow! Another great video, and some nice still shots also!

[@SweetTone76]

Thanks for the video, a trail I’ve wanted to back pack for a long time. Safe happy hiking. Colorado is the best 🍻

[@naturegirl7420]

Soooo beautiful. Thank you

[@veroniquediallo6055]

Thank you for taking us with you!

[@jim5549]

I bet sleeping was great with the sound of the river so close. Very pretty place.

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Definitely!

[@ronaldrose7593]

Hello Catherine, thank you for sharing this very beautifully filmed video. This is just what the doctor ordered, a breakaway to the mountains. All the best to you. Please stay healthy. 🤗

[@bobparsons77]

Hike start..great for butterfly activity.

[@meltcmelinda4012]

Just found you this morning. What a beautiful trip, I so loved the glorious hike, your taste in scenery is beyond most when filming. Cannot wait until I view another. Take Care and God Bless

[@NorwegianXplorer]

Very enjoyable video Catherine:-)

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you Jarl! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@marklafollett6266]

I love love love Colorado. Beautiful as always. The streams and rivers there are incredible. So peaceful, so majestic, so awe inspiring. Thank you for sharing these videos!!

[@Dadangandara]

Line river trail, amazing

[@klouism1]

Thank you for the video.

[@maryjbelle]

Another beautiful hiking video. The natural beauty...and Cat, that coral blouse 👚 is amazing 😻

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

[@jayjardine881]

Cat, what an epic experience, it is amazing how the nasty weather leads to such clean air and surroundings. Thank you for taking us with you it is much appreciated. Stay safe and take care.

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you Jay!

[@cometsmom8943]

WOW! That was wonderful.

[@davidskaggs9914]

Another beautiful video. 10 miles is very good distance over those trails, especially when you include setting up and retrieving cameras✌️

[@yvonnewever749]

Great hike! Beautiful nature! Very nice filmed!

[@MrMilan187]

another great video!

[@danielyoshimura3059]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing.

[@lawsonone6015]

Thank you

[@inkjob12]

Very typical Colorado weather...when I was In the San Juans, 2 years ago in June,...it would be sunny till the afternoon and then the storms would roll in. Rain, thunder and lightning....a normal Colorado day. Love your CAT hat...its you all the way. That Pine River camp site was sweet. I would love to hang to there for a couple of days and get some great fishing in. You passed a LOT of sweet looking fishing water. Thanks for taking along for the trip....Ill need to check out this area for myself. Happy Trails to you and Christine...

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

I know fishermen can’t believe I don’t fish these lakes. I hear it all the time. lol I carry enough gear as it is and I don’t eat fish. It would be great if I did to have a fresh meal out there.

[@BackcountryTreks]

Great video! Beautiful area to hike. I had the privilege of doing a trip there last year. We hiked up to Emerald Lake. Epic!

[@leedanielson7452]

Hi Cat! Now this was just beautiful! Loved everything about it, trees, plants, river, waterfalls, great narration & music too! You should be proud! Thanks so much! 🥰👍😊⛰🏕💦🌲🗻🌿🌾🌱🗻

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank YOU Sir!! So glad you enjoyed it. :)

[@bradleyconners5817]

Super great videoing, perfect music to compliment the most beautiful scenery any of the 50 states has to offer. Loved the butterflies, and just walking around the area and waterfalls were a great add to the moment in life.

[@carolbixby-mcdonald5660]

Seriously gorgeous scenery ⛰ and a couple of very resilient women! ❤️

[@billbommer2979]

Beautiful scenery!!!

[@markshelby2141]

Awesome Catherine! I get help getting through the days when I watch my outback friends. As they enjoy places I would rather be. Thank you!

[@leedanielson7452]

Congrats kiddo! 30 thousand subscribers as of June 22nd!!!🥰😊👍🎉🙏🏻🥂🍹🍻🍺🎂🍰

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Woo hoo!!! Thank you so much Loran!! I was wondering why you hadn't commented yesterday and I just found it in my spam! :( Argh! Well...thank you for noticing that I hit 30,000!!! Who'd have thought. :)

[@mojavelight]

What a beautiful trail. Had not heard of this one. Looks like a great one for someone venturing back into backpacking after a few decades away? I enjoy your adventures with your niece. What a special relationship you have 💖 Btw, you inspired me on my tent, pack, and sleep pad choices...easy, cozy, light and comfy! I opted for a 20 degree quilt and a Big Agnes liner which, together are super warm without being heavy to carry and can be used separately for warmer trips. Thanks for generously sharing all your inspiring adventures!

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Awe...that is so awesome Diana!

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Beautiful country. Great, great, great video! Thank you. Blessings

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you Betty Jo!

[@jeffrock1291]

Hi Cat....beautiful backdrop-its nice to see you, doing "your thing".....very calming-Thank you! Safe travels my friend :-)

[@menk76]

wow ... the view is really beautiful

[@burncon2]

Excellent videography and background music! Thank you.

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you 🙏!

[@anthonyspicer874]

This hike is my favorite that you have videoed so far... I've always felt a connection with the Rockies... Thank you for sharing the spectacular scenery with us... Masterfully done👍

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you 🙏!

[@richardcarter3406]

Your editing skills are above and beyond,not to mention amazing content. I watch ALOT of travel videos and yours are by far the best! Definitely subscription worthy.Diggin the monogramed cap lol

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you Richard!

[@herobrine46793]

I love Colorado . Thank you so much for taking the time to film and share . You do a great job with the nature sounds and of course the musicI. hope to get back out there soon. videos like yours are the next best way to enjoy.

[@jonelliott9627]

Wow ! You absolutely capture the beautiful sights and enchanting sounds of Colorado! Great video. Toes in a creek? Carpe diem !

[@dodgerblue2299]

Great video! Love your positivity and outlook. At 5:37 that is living life!

[@lynnkirby3499]

Beautiful area, great photography!

[@meltcmelinda4012]

Love your videos, if I’m having a tough day I just tune in an watch. Calming is the medicine nature provides. I can only imagine what the explorers thought when they saw the gorgeous mountains for they first time. God is an amazing artist and creator. God bless you for sharing

[@rockytopwrangler2069]

Great to see you and Christine hiking together ,, beautiful wilderness ,,so much peace.... .... Stay Safe and God Bless ......

[@kirkrasmussen9629]

Catherine - great video! You camped in my campsite your first night! My son and I camped in that exact spot back in 2017 when I took him on a backpacking trip up to Emerald Lake. Yes - we did get some moisture last week in CO that would not have been fun in the backcountry!

[@krabenaldt7605]

I used to vacation many times at Lake Vallecito and was on the Pine River Trail once or twice for short distances. That was some 40 years ago. I always wanted to backpack to Emerald Lake but never got any takers.

[@joeverastegui8399]

I've always said that if this is the place I die and this is the last thing I see on Earth that I'm ok with that. This is one of those places. I call these places " Meadows in Heaven". A friend of mine calls me an Ewok because I get very excited for forests and woodlands. I am a desert guy but love the forest just the same. These days I really don't think I can do the 14 miles I used to do so I go in as far as my Jeep will take me and I hike a few miles in and out from there in a lot of places. Just an amazing and wonderful vid. I loved it. Keep living the good life . Cheers!

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you so much Joe.

[@Paul-eu9jp]

Wow what an amazing place, great video ladies

[@mikehuber2480]

You do such a great job on all your videos! Lived in Colorado all my life, but that’s one area I’ve never visited. I’ll be in the Never Summer wilderness in northern Colorado next week for a few days

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Have a great trip!

[@colinm2056]

You're so blessed to be able to go to these wonderful places, taking us all along. Its so soothing to experience, even if through a screen 100's of miles away, the majesty & magical beauty of the forest, mountains & the river! The rain, living in a country that moves from one drought to the next, what can i truly say about the wonderful rain! Love the crocs too!

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you 🙏!

[@Qmedjoe]

Had a long hard day and just watched a few of your videos fantasizing about the day I can go full time in my rig. I agree with the last statement, the choice of music is perfect. That and the scenery helped me to unwind. Thank you for posting ☺️

[@tranquilitybase6417]

Great videography! Great music!

[@ZipchesterVT]

I’ve spent many nights out in that wilderness area. So peaceful, so beautiful. ❤️

[@tiphill4957]

Beautiful video!! Wish I was right there with y'all!!

[@Mtnsunshine]

What gorgeous scenery. 😍. I live in central Colorado but have never heard of the Pine River Trail. Will definitely put it into my AllTrails app and mark it for the future. Thank you so much for making us aware of places we would not have found on our own . Great to see you both, again. Hopefully the PCT will open up again and Christine will be on it. 🙏🏼. Her photography skills, like yours, are such a gift to us. Thank you. 💕🙏🏼👍👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you Karen! I don’t think the PCT is in the cards for Christine this year. Selfishly, it’s a good thing for me because we will be on lots of adventures together this summer.

[@angelabennett2941]

There is really just something about the mountains, just beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

I agree!

[@ilsejoyce]

Another beautiful video and music. Colorado is one of my favorite places. Thank you for sharing!

[@TrailAdventuresTV]

OMG Catherine. I love this episode. The rain, hail, and river made for a peaceful location. This is some of your best work. 5- stars! You had me at Pine River Trail! Hope to see the next video real soon. We will be waiting!

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you so much!!

[@johnnybasha1613]

You played it smart and safe. Beautiful country. Thanks Cat.

[@williampalmquist6710]

We like Colorado. Beautiful country. Planning a trip there this fall. Be safe!

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Hope you are feeling great Todd! I also hope to run into you two again.

[@TNPFan]

Your vids are so inspiring. Thank you!

[@randysmith6493]

I don’t own a recent Gramin, but I did some checking. Weather data is collected from nearby airports of your location and data is collected once ever twenty minutes. Garmin recommends leaving your Garmin on to collect weather data. Also reception is reduced in rain but that has more to do with water on the antenna. Aircraft rely heavily on Weather data in bad weather in low altitudes, so in part maybe their antennas are dry at high speeds. Clouds interfere some but very little in reception, not enough for you to not receive weather. So my guess is you might try to be creative with keeping Garmin antenna drier when trying to get weather and waiting at least 30 minutes run time. I love thunder.

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thanks for that. I’ve tried using it in cloud cover and also in deep canyons and it sometimes won’t work. It says it needs a clear view of the sky. I’ll experiment next time by waiting some time.

[@Mtnsunshine]

Another quick note....wow! All the images just pop with color and clarity. I've not seen such crisp images anywhere. Absolutely lovely.❤️. Excellent composition, too. Well done. 👍👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you so much!

[@DrJohn493]

You couldn’t have picked a better trail than the Los Pinos for getting into the Weminuche for the first time. Did this trail with a side trip to Emereld Lake 10 years ago with a bit of fly fishing thrown in too. Thanks for the memories! Since I’m missing Colorado this summer the next best thing to being there is this video and those to come. Hope you spend all summer seeing all Colorado has to offer 🤞