BACKPACKING the ROCKY MOUNTAINS of COLORADO | INDIAN PEAKS Wilderness | Crater Lake

In this video my friend Martina and I set out on a 3 night/4 day trip in the absolutely stunning Indian Peaks Wilderness. The Indian Peaks Wilderness is located in Colorado's Rocky Mountains not far from Rocky Mountain National Park. Neither of us had ever backpacked here and we both were blown away by the beauty. Fall was getting started transforming the forest in vibrant color. We hike up to the beautiful alpine lakes...Mirror Lake and Crater Lake (making camp at Crater Lake for 2 of our 3 nights) with amazing views of Lone Eagle Peak. Join us!
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[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Hi everyone! I hope you enjoy this weeks video. I just wanted to clarify something quickly. At the end of the video I say "Thank you and I'll see you next year." I was only referring to Colorado and the Rocky Mountains...not the channel. Some of you have misunderstood. I'm not going anywhere! You all are stuck with me. haha See you next Sunday!

[@randywaller7685]

Cat... I can't think of any better way to be stuck. You're such an angel. 😘

[@sheldonbollenbach2075]

Oh had me going there Haha.

[@calsurflance5598]

Yes! My wife and I panicked for a minute! Whew!😲

[@TrekkerPat]

I caught what you meant in 2 seconds. LOL just couldn't even imagine you not hiking till next year......NO WAY.

[@hardy1416]

Null problemo 👍🍀😊 sunday is Cat time

[@NothingToNoOneInParticular]

I have to agree with everyone else who mentions it, but you have an amazing eye for setting up shots CG! Your channel is such a good place to rinse your soul in, in these crazy times. Thank you CG!

[@perjrgensen8280]

Yes.. :) Greetings from Denmark.

[@2ChukBuk]

Agree 100%. Catherine's channel is my Sunday morning treat. Great framing, crisp editing and music and the view at 14:05 is particularly lovely. Thanks for sharing, CG!

[@tonycathyhickman2512]

Another beautiful adventure, Catherine! You do a wonderful job capturing the beautiful scenery along the trail, the stunning waterfalls & fall color! We ordered a Lance travel trailer in February, we can’t wait to begin our adventure.

[@lindaandrusko508]

Just when one thinks your adventures can't get any more stunning, they do, along with more great music. I want to say that given the fact that my husband no longer can walk, & I am scheduled for a hip replacement in 2 1/2 weeks, being able to virtually hike with you means so much to us. The 20 to 30 minutes of watching these videos helps relieve some of the pain. Thank you, & please know that what you do helps so many of us experience what we physically cannot. :)

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you so much Linda. I'm glad you can come along vicariously! ❤️

[@joanfos4890]

Yes, vicariously we are there!

[@Mtnsunshine]

Agree, Linda. You beautifully said what is true for so many of us. Prayers to you for a successful (and as pain free as possible) hip replacement. 🙏🏼

[@lindaandrusko508]

@@Mtnsunshine Thank you. It cannot happen too soon. ;)

[@chipper841]

Your photography, video, music combo is ALWAYS STUNNING! Know it is a lot of time & effort on you. MUCHLY, MUCHLY appreciated!👍👍

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Many thanks!

[@martinal.7488]

Kudos from “CRAGGY girl” 🙌🏔🙌 EPIC video my friend you nailed it 🙌❤️🏔🙌❤️🏔🙌❤️

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thanks so much for joining me. It was great having your company! ❤️

[@scottthejeepguy7499]

Hello Martina, GREAT hike, thanks for sharing

[@jamesaigler285]

Hello again. I keep watching your videos and saying this must be the most scenic,until I see another one.this one will be difficult to beat scenery wise.thank you.stay safe.enjoy

[@Bogieking78]

I always backpacked with sticks like Martina-just felt natural. I've done this hike as well and boy what memories! Sunday morning and Catherine's vids-doesn't get much better than that!

[@janebrommet7942]

I think you cannot die sticks because of the camera?

[@CarlReff]

I did this hike in 2006. Start off at Monarch Lake, go to Cascade Falls, then to Mirror Lake then on to Crater Lake. Happy time.

[@RexBell303]

The Indian Peaks wilderness area is second to none in the front range.

[@musicultra571]

What I like is, unlike some of the other female presenters in this niche of KZbin, she doesn't sell profanity in thumbnails

[@craigjohnson2771]

Your photography and your choices of music are 👍👍👍👍

[@sdw2is]

Indian peaks are a hidden gem.

[@roadtriplover.]

When you walk into/through these amazing places, do you ever find your eyes tearing up? These places are so precious and awe-inspiring. Just watching this video, I found my own eyes tearing up and I wasn’t even there!!! Thanks for sharing and inspiring, @Catherine Gregory.

[@theresajoyce7589]

Just spectacular! And the music was perfect and moving. What views and colors! I really enjoyed this! Thanks Catherine. Safe adventures!🙋🏻‍♀️

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you! You too!

[@TimIrvin]

At last! The MARROW of the World!

[@CynthiaMiller-bx4kd]

It is July 3rd 2023. I have watched this video sooooooo many times I've lost track .!!!!! The music is absolutely GOOSE BUMPY!!!! Along with the vidio it takes my breath away every time !!!!! Thank you again as always !!!! GOD BLESS& take care!!!!!

[@fatboywine]

Such a beautifully invigorating time of year; the sounds of rustling streams and water falls, the tranquility of an alpine lake, the majestic soring of a bald eagle; wow, what a blessed life you live Catherine. In all sincerity, thank you so much for sharing these special videos with your fans and supporters.

[@michaelkaitz9398]

Don't forget her voice...so soothing...like the music and scenery...very well done...thank you...

[@rothberg4334]

That was a great hiking adventure. I decided to get up to Crater Lake and enjoyed it thoroughly with all of the water falls, low elevation per mile gain and amazing weather. It was like hiking into a hidden world with all that scenery and skinny dippers at Crater Lake.

[@austinstitzel]

Rocky Mountains National Park looks beautiful!

[@jettrink7510]

I hiked up in there fifty years ago and had the entire area all to myself.

[@chrisp7652]

I know I keep saying it but your scenery shots are amazing. I never tire of your videos!

[@stout_tossme7541]

I wish I could like this 1000 times. Always amazing and beautiful camera work. So amazing.

[@paulhatzig7084]

The shot at 18:58 is what made me decide that I need to get myself out of Tampa and move to Colorado. Thank you so much for making this absolutely beautiful video!!

[@christophersolis5731]

That was one of the best hiking videos I’ve ever seen. The resolution on your camera was great; the colors were vibrant and the sharpness of the mountain peaks were clear. What beautiful scenery. You captured it well. Thanks. Happy Trails!

[@johnrdunbar]

My paradise. So many trails in and around the park.

[@crash_childers5580]

You're not kidding...spectactular view. Enjoy!

[@tsav6952]

Such beautiful views in the distance as you were walking on the single track trails, I would be stumbling along not watching my footing, distracted by the views. Great scenery captured on this video.

[@rayleo529]

OMFREAKING G.......that is one gorgeous hike. Dang impressive and Crater lake is just stunning. Thank you for sharing. Amazing, thanks for the work you do. Thank you so much. Did I say thanks?

[@NuclearNoMore]

This video, without any doubt, contains the most exquisite video you have ever recorded. I absolutely LOVE it!

[@Jj-zl9nf]

This is the highest quality video in KZbin as always. Thank you!

[@dalethorburn6626]

ccc Hum.... Number 59 on the thumbs up this morning. And it's still early!..... Coffee and a video of the miracles presented. Love it!!!

[@wh8085]

Love what you do young lady ! Makes my coffee taste better and makes me feel younger just watching this ! May God Bless you and keep you safe in the places you go !

[@joyce46jul]

Actually there are no words to describe the beauty of your videos.

[@truckcampinglife]

And again you never cease to amaze me. I have watched you from the beginning and your videos are nothing less than breath taking. Thank you for taking the time to share so much beauty with us.

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you so much !

[@momiller7]

Lone Eagle Magnificent, 2 Women Backpacking Beautiful, Magestic Incredible Mighty, Out of this world Heavenly, Colorado WOW,,,TY so much for your Outstanding Work,,,,,have a sweet as your voice break,,,Mo

[@glmaughan]

As a native of Colorado you do us proud. Just got back from a trip to Taos, Santa Fe, and Bandolier, NM. Great travels to all of us wanderlusts. Even went to the Ghost Town of St. Elmo's on the way back home.

[@toddeftsadams5909]

Fall backpacking is the best. Cool morning and nice days and few BUGS!

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

I agree!

[@tedl.2974]

WOW !!! Indian Peaks is awesomely beautiful ❤️❤️❤️❤️ Thank you !!!

[@leonajameson8902]

Thank you. That was beautiful

[@lucianofirmino9649]

Olá .....Catherine aqui é o Luciano, amei❤❤, muito obrigado por me proporcionar momentos especiais e maravilhosos, obrigado por ser tão meiga e sensível 😍🥰😉❤🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@doughutchison6382]

Just when we think your videos can’t get any better…this one went above and beyond! That was awesome!

[@andreaschultz6102]

So, so beautiful. Thank you Catherine!

[@henryhawk978]

What a wonderful/beautiful way to spend life.

[@caroleolson6736]

This one was a “wow”. Truly one of the most spectacular videos I’ve seen of yours, Catherine. Thank you. It was beautifully done.

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you so much!

[@jerrymckenzie6205]

Spectacular doesn’t quite describe that hike!

[@davidbreen4727]

WOW! looking at some of those mountain peaks, one would think your on a different planet. loved the far shots of your camp. those falls, (gold) just absolutely awesome. i had to watch most of this video again, just to decide what impressed me the most. ha! besides the entire video, i really can't come up with any one scene. the different far shots of camp was just so comforting, peaceful, almost being like home in the forest. until next time God Bless, be safe.

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you David! 🙏

[@KimberlyGreen]

Loved the happy silly little jig at the end. 😂 And with the backdrop was stunning!

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

lol...Thank you Kimberly!

[@hardy1416]

Dear Cat 😊🍀🥰 what a speechless opener with 10/10 music. 🏕🏔 thanks a lot for that cool video. We really appreciate it on a rainy Sunday in Berlin with a nice cake and coffee ☕️🙏👍 it looks completely for a good time for your both guys. 🏕🏕😊 So we see on next week, have good safe days🍀👍, your Berlin fan Couple, Nicole and Hardy🎃👻

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thanks you two!!

[@therugglet]

What an amazing adventure! Inspiring to see you and other women take on adventures and capture the beauty. I treasure and enjoy your videos so much. Hope to be out there one day myself.

[@bjgigout9832]

Your soothing articulation, gorgeous videography of such pristine wilderness and musical accompaniment blend together into one perfect sensory symphony. Thank you for sharing!

[@sheldonbollenbach2075]

Im glad to see that you are not travelling alone.that you have a companion.worry about you like a father.although im only 54.ok an older brother than.lol.

[@billtaylor3382]

Growing up in Lakewood Colorado Rocking Mountain National Park is not that far from my childhood and man it was always a special day to go, Of course I have been there many times! Thank you for your video's .

[@keithshields2211]

You have such an amazing eye for color and composition and for me to say this is your best work to date is difficult. I will say todays video ranks at the top of everything you have done so far. The opening sequence was fantastic. I am always eager for next installments.

[@CynthiaMiller-bx4kd]

I live in co. & Thanks to you I got to see another place I've never seen . WOW !!!! I'm older now & the knees can't handle what they use to. I've seen some awesome places in my younger years. I'm sooooo thankfull for you taking us on these journeys !!!!! GOD BLESS you !!!!!!

[@verticalwalker5575]

My Sunday is complete!

[@verticalwalker5575]

Next year? Also, did you catch the name of the stunning sharp peak above Crater Lake? Another excellent video!

[@user-kn2kl2ud9v]

Quite possibly the most beautiful place on Earth. Wonderful vid. Thanks for sharing.

[@rtilley6479]

Cat! My husband has gone crazy, well, only because I watch your channel & tell him about the various places you have gone & how much I want do the same. We live in the western part of Texas,so pretty in the spring but yet, no mountains & lakes very close to us. Palo Duro Canyon is 4 hours away. Beautiful but you topped it with the views you just witnessed. God is certainly an artist never to be out done! Thanks for the adventure!!

[@ronaldrose7593]

Hello 👋 Catherine, thank you for sharing this fine video. You are deserving of several academy awards on this fine presentation. You really captured the beauty of the area. Always the best of good things for you. Please take good care of yourself. Stay healthy, young and energetic. Look forward to see 👀 you on your next adventure. 🤗

[@moondawgee]

BRAVO.... WHAT A BEAUTIFUL HIKE THAT WAS... THANK YOU CAT & MARTINA

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Awesome video. Thank you. Blessings

[@mlott5203]

One of your best! So nice to share with Martina too. Thanks to both of you pretty people….heart and soul.

[@user-kd2xu6uh4d]

Excellent video, Cat. I love the high Sierras but it looks like I should explore the Rockies….they’re beautiful. As always, your attention to detail in your photography is appreciated. Mahalo!

[@anotheramy71]

10:49 When Catherine puts her arms up in a V, it's like seeing a contestant get a handshake from Paul Hollywood. It's gotta be really special! 😍

[@johndusheck6833]

What a wonderful hike thur the Rockies foe the last three weeks 👍👍👍😎🙌

[@penelopebartell840]

So glad you enjoyed our backyard! Beautiful video. That rock sun lounge was about perfect, and I loved the shot of the reflected branches in your coffee. Thanks!

[@pierremajor8712]

Absolutely breathtaking! Thanks so much!

[@BBQDad463]

I had to watch this one again. It's a beauty! 😎💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@LarryManiccia]

Words just do not do this place justice. Truly stunning and wild! Would love to visit this area for some landscape photography.

[@joyce46jul]

Such beautiful country. Just seems unreal

[@bertkelly7650]

Fantastic imagery. Thanks for sharing! See ya next year!

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you! was saying goodbye to Colorado. :) See you next week!

[@danielyoshimura3059]

Thank you Catherine for the best 2021!

[@gailerart3792]

Your videos are always a joy to watch! Thanks Catherine

[@BuccaneerOverland]

Stunning! I can’t tell you how much I enjoy your videos. As always your still pictures are amazing. Safe travels.

[@kevindriver9375]

You’re videos just keep getting better, but this one, was full of WOWS....!

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you!

[@snephtar]

Thanks for doing all the hiking and taking us with you.

[@harrycockfield5114]

Wow..I remember flying from Portland .Oregon to Colorado...many mountains below... beautiful closer up..thanks for sharing..😘🖖👌❤️👆😇

[@lawrencegiles1078]

That maybe your best production and the Bald Eagle was very cool.

[@vonniek347]

Looks so fresh, colorful, delightful!

[@mariamjehn7071]

Thank you 🙏 thank you!!! Bless you beautiful lady for your unbelievable videos!!! Boundless gratitude from Maine!!!!

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you so much!

[@sharondavis8003]

Crater Lake & surrounding area is absolutely gorgeous! Growing up as a beach girl I do see now why people love hiking & camping in the mountains 🏔. Thanks for the virtual trip 🙋🏼‍♀️🏕

[@bartvoskulen3243]

Thank you Cat for another stunning virtual hike. Love the superb video quality and editing and your music selections. Cheers from Oz.

[@deborahm6036]

Sublime!

[@user-qr9ze3fb6r]

One of the best I've ever seen. Thank you 💝 !

[@tammyestrada4324]

Absolutely breathtaking. 😍 Such beautiful scenery, the waterfalls, rugged mountains and the colors. What a special treat to see a bald eagle. 🦅

[@nancycronin601]

Another beautiful video. Am an annual Colorado vacationer but have not been to Indian Peaks. Scenery as beautiful as any I have seen. Thank you.

[@BlackDogDesigns]

Another fantastic video Cat! Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful hike with us and all the gorgeous scenery🌲

[@imabyugrl4262]

CAT//thanks so much for showing the map of ur hike! I have hearing loss SOOOO.. Sometimes I can’t make out what u r saying w ur soft voice!! I love looking up the places u r hiking. Showing the signs and map helps me alot!! Love all ur hikes but THE ROCKIES steal my heart!

[@chipper841]

First 2 seconds of video...loud inhaling gasp! WOW is so inadequate!👍👍Thank you, thank you, thank you for visiting Spirit Forest. Tammy's introduction of you to her subs.

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

❤️🙏❤️

[@rgarrison1819]

If I'm having a bad day,or just feeling kind of down,all I have to do is Watch one Your Videos of The Many Majestically Beautiful Places that You Visit and So Kindly Share with All of Us!,Thank You!!!

[@joyces3550]

Heavenly!!!

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you Joyce.

[@deaconessfaithcommunitynur4745]

How gorgeous! Love the fall colors!

[@nickaird5216]

this has got to be the most stunning video ever, catherine your a star x

[@bobarnall3913]

Your photography is simply wonderful. I love your presentations. Thank you so much.

[@Seamus3051]

Thank you for another visual banquet. Stay well & safe. ... Cheers.

[@billmitchell7731]

Beautiful Catherine. So beautiful. You always do a great job filming 👍🏻😍🙏

[@charlievanor]

What a nice shot of the eagle!

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Gorgeous ♥️ beautiful to see all nature instead of house's and resorts on that beautiful landscape be safe ✝️♥️🇺🇸🌹

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New Subscriber here 🦋 Today KZbin recommended your channel, and I'm SO happy they did! I'm loving your content!

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Thank you! Thanks for subbing!

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Simply beautiful.