Solo Overnight Hike & Camp in the Northern White Mountains of New Hampshire

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Feb 2021- Some people have asked why I have been leaving trail and summit names out of many of my recent videos. This decision came due to issues with what I would consider uneducated hiker behavior during the 2020 hiking season. The most notable of which was trash, and human waste / toilet paper I had been finding directly on or next to the trail. With the pandemic hitting a lot of people took to the outdoors for escape and I certainly cannot blame them. In fact, I encourage it. However, it appears many of these people did no research on common outdoors etiquette or how we should treat the trails and outdoor areas that we and others regularly frequent for recreation and escape. If you are using this video for planning purposes and are a newer hiker please watch this video before heading out on trail. This video is me explaining some of the etiquette around hiking and camping that I wish others had shared with me when I started getting outdoors: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpnHaHhqp6x8raM And please familiarize yourself with the principals of leave no trace lnt.org/why/7-principles/ www.nps.gov/articles/leave-no-trace-seven-principles.htm Here is an article about the issue with trash and human waste specifically in the Whites www.nhpr.org/post/trouble-trails-forest-service-grapples-crowds-trash-and-human-waste#stream/0 Another article about Max Patch (an iconic part of the Appalachian Trail) and the issues occurring there www.citizen-times.com/story/news/local/2020/09/23/max-patch-residents-campers-creating-safety-hazards-mountain/5858936002/

[@robertbarnum7541]

Homage to the beauty of specific natural places, to me, trumps being mad at a few.

[@zerolimitsoffroad6346]

You have the same mindset of my wife and i.... the 2020 pandemic hiking rush messed up alot for us all. I've been trodding through the whites for 20 plus years, and what you bring to us through your lens is just amazing. You capture it all perfectly.

[@bajawrxrs]

Great video! Going up there this weekend for a small camping trip with the wife

[@scottb7007]

Enjoyed your hike! Thank you

[@naydacruz5664]

Another great video Chris. Thanks for sharing 👍.

[@chrisfitts5564]

Really nice video bro. Can't wait to get back in the woods soon!

[@accobra7515]

Hi from NZ Chris. Really like your videos. Thanks for sharing 👍 😊

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Crazy how far these videos reach haha thanks Greg!

[@TAPratt1]

Well done Bro.

[@Roger-ny9xr]

Man, green is definitely the word for this video. So many different shades. Beautiful! Where was that you were camping and why were there pre-marked tent sites?

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Its a small dedicated campsite just off trail. There were 4 tent platforms at this site. The idea being to minimize ground disturbance I believe. There was also a pit toilet at this location. This area was crazy green! it was fantastic!

[@bigdukeseven5894]

Well done. Definitely worth an Atta=Boy! Any plans for a Mt, Moosilauke hike in the Autumn? I think you would do it justice.

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

I have a Moosilauke video from years ago during the spring but it was winter like conditions, also one from when I was up there while hiking the AT so probably not going back that route for a bit haha. Hoping to revisit many of the 48 though. I feel like I've learned so much on the video side of things since then that I need to pay them all a revisit

[@bigdukeseven5894]

@@ChrisGoesOutdoors You're videos are A+ quality. I followed IBTAT from the beginning. His videos are top notch and seamless. Lots of walking by the camera. The right amount of hiking and the right amount of commentary. I cant wait for the Autumn to get up to Maine and do some hiking. I live in RI so its not too far. I'll definitely look up your AT videos. Stay safe out there and happy trails. Thanks for responding

[@steffystrailmix3797]

Beautiful

[@kerrypeabody1417]

Did that one last fall.

[@johncaban4310]

Hey, if you can give me an idea of location it would be great. I understand during Covid a lots of uneducated (I call them stupid and lazy) people got out and destroyed a lot of trails but I'm not one of them. I live in Massachusetts and when I was hiking during those times a lot of NH people ask me if I knew what I was doing and ask me to take care of the trails.Also when I went to Cutler Maine to hike the Bold Coast I also noticed the laziness of these people litter and I picked up their trash. When I went to NY there was 2 places that were peaceful but this time I went back places were closed and law Enforcement were there to stop all the fighting. I got into hiking at age 50 when I started watching your videos and I appreciate the time and effort you put into them. Keep doing it please!

[@steveandrews2215]

Chris, you have so many small videos to edit together!.. How many hours does that take you? You are not pretentious, and that is perfection in videography as far as I am concerned... Keep it up.

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Ya I think I finished this hike with like 250 individual clips haha. This one took me probably 5 hours to edit, make the thumbnail, and write the. Idea description. Not too bad. I feel like the worst part is actually finding music that fits what I’m going for. Appreciate you watching!

[@steveandrews2215]

ChrisGoesOutdoors....Thanks for responding Chris.. I've been recommending you on some Facebook groups. Hopefully it will help get you much more subscribers. You deserve it..

[@juliegrubaugh1244]

Love this area, I think I tented in the same site with cooking area the week before! Great video!

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Thanks Julie! Did you post a trip report about this area online? I feel like I found a trip report from someone who camped there like the week before I went haha

[@juliegrubaugh1244]

ChrisGoesOutdoors no, I usually post a goofy video of my own pictures that I let my iPhone make for me, not nearly as nice as yours, but I love looking back at them! 😁

[@NickandRachel]

Awesome views up there! Thanks for sharing

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Loved it up there. Appreciate you watching!

[@NickandRachel]

@@ChrisGoesOutdoors your welcome. We really enjoy making outdoor content also

[@borderterrierpoppyadventures]

Gorgeous

[@georgehsu1085]

Thanks for sharing this!

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Appreciate you watching George

[@GoneFeralWithSquidly]

I can’t even begin to describe how enjoyable this video is. Very well done!! I’d love to hike the Whites some time.

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Appreciate that greatly. I am pumped how this video came out

[@amye4087]

It's always the little things that make more noise and keep you up. Nice trail, thanks for taking us along.

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

I dont understand how I couldnt hear the wings when it was flying. Like you can always hear them haha

[@UnclePaul]

Awesome! I hope to get up there some day.

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

I hope you do man!

[@tp182j]

Thanks Chris, been watching these while i'm stuck at home working. Grew up in NH and the white mountains were a large part of my childhood. Living in NJ makes me miss them quite terribly, but these videos bring me right back so appreciate you posting

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Appreciate you watching!

[@CoachKepler]

Happy to see you again sir

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Thanks Todd!

[@nalonabrato8900]

So beautiful! Thank you, Chris.

[@walkingwriter4325]

"Nowhere to go. All the time to get there." Nice! Good to see your van in action after all the time and work you put into the remodel.

[@edurban7236]

Love how the van is working out! Great trip and video. Damn bugs!!

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

I really gotta get around to making some sort of thin table or shelf for the side. I been just like eyeing IKEA stuff I could like cut down as I have just been way too lazy to craft something haha

[@edurban7236]

@@ChrisGoesOutdoors Haha. Yep, Ikea always fits the bill.

[@MADHippiesLife]

Love those larger than life noises that play mind games in ther dark 😁 We had a very curious deer on the CT last year that was in our camp, finally got up the courage to shine a light out the tent only to see a man eating deer. Good times!

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Ya this was the most bizarre experience I had in a while. I've heard many a noise in my time but this was driving me bonkers. Also, I read the last sentence as a man eating a deer and had to reread it like 2 times haha

[@jimstevens1404]

Miss watching your hikes. Another great one Chris, thanks !

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Thanks Jim. Thoroughly enjoyed this one. Just an incredible couple of days

[@DaBentoBox]

How could anyone dislike this? Oh. :)

[@nobison6185]

Man Chris, that whole edit and music on this was crazy good! Cool hike- thanx for sharing.

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Thank you so much!

[@yurijanssen2148]

I abolutely love the early mornings too hiking & camping, get up and out before everyone else does and enjoy the Coolness, quiet and views of the sun coming out :)

[@lightwalker4558]

Nice overnight-er. Thanks for posting. I'm glad to see the van is working out as expected. Kudos!

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Vans been great so far. Ask me again once winter rolls around though how I feel about it lol

[@gregmortonoutdoors]

Really nice video. You see a lot of people posting hiking videos of them munching on some hyper-organic, free range, non GMO, gluten free snack bar. You're like, screw that. I gots me a Snickers. Stay real.

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Snickers = Thru hiker currency... also, delicious

[@nigelh3253]

We have Snickers here in the UK (A Mars product) and my favourite choc bar esp when outdoors. These used to be called 'Marathon' here, which made sense! Why the name changed I don't know. Bars got smaller, but great trail food!

[@SeniorHiker77]

That's some awesome scenery Chris. Bugs will drive you crazy.

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

I still dont get how I didnt hear the wings. Losing my hearing perhaps

[@Emma-mh8mf]

Love your videos! So jealous of the van, hope to have a similar setup someday

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Van has been great to have. Really helped out with some of these recent adventures

[@williamking2249]

Awesome video update today

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Thanks William!

[@JayMorrisonOutdoors]

This was a great video -- I'm not exactly sure why, but it reminded me (very much actually) of your AT videos! I'm a huge fan of your saying "nowhere to go, all the time to get there" - I'll have to use that!

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Maybe I'll slap it on a tshirt at some point haha Appreciate ya watching as always!

[@nicolemayer1671]

I loved watching this while eating my lunch. So relaxing:)

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Love to hear this!

[@snaponjohn100]

What a wonderful video! It was so beautiful there. Do you have to worry about ticks up in the whites? God bless you. John

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Ya they are a concern but I have seen very few ticks ever in my hiking up here. I permethrin all my clothing but I didn't prepare for the level of overgrowth on this trail. Would have worn higher socks had I thought about it. I did multiple tick checks throughout the day and was spraying OFF deep woods spray pretty regularly so I have to imagine that helped

[@glopry2190]

Just found your channel and am already hooked. Great content! I found it very therapeutic with the simple music while watching from work :)

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Thanks gloria! Clicked on your channel trying to reply to this and the guitar / vocal cover autoplayed. Sounds great!

[@Mntnbikesjn]

Great video quality and a very well done production.

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Thanks!

[@MeetMeOutside]

Chris, visually, musically, cinematography wise, this was my favorite video from you, so far. I love that area of the Whites, it’s truly ,less trodden. Great camera work as well as the editing, top notch ! Stay safe, I gotta get up to the Whites soon,I’m getting antsy ! Thanks for sharing man !

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

You can tell for sure the area sees less action. There was some pretty decent overgrowth along the trail but I feel like it makes the experience for the area. Was hoping to see some wildlife but not much besides some grouse and squirrels haha. Appreciate the mention of the filming / editing. Always trying to improve!

[@beckiejani7782]

Go now! And put up your video! They're always great

[@MeetMeOutside]

Beckie Jani That’s so good to hear ! Thanks so much ! I’m not sure some people understand how much more effort it is to “ try” and shoot reasonably good video and hike the hike ! Chris knows, and I know you do. Again thanks for the encouragement, it’s greatly appreciated ! Cheers

[@j3hikes444]

another great vid, keep em coming

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Absolutely will!

[@AS-yg2kf]

Another great hike. I am in love with this area. I would love to pick your brain on the spots as I’m new to the north east

[@savetheday88]

Curious to what kind of camera you use.

[@lotsofwood]

Hey Chris, great video. Much love from Canton MA! Bout 7 weeks off an achillies tendon laceration so living vicariously through hiking content.

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Appreciate that Drew, hope the healing process goes well! Terribly unfortunate

[@carriedrake7696]

We camped up there a few weeks ago, one of my favorites!

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

It was beautiful!

[@adamtadeusiak8636]

Where exactly is this camp site? I’m looking for places to camp similar to this one coming up next month.

[@CookingwithGrym]

May I ask what kind of mate you used to stop for a break on please.

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

its a gossamer gear 1/8in pad. similar weight to the accordion style sit pads but much more functional www.gossamergear.com/products/thinlight-foam-pad

[@CookingwithGrym]

Awesome thank you! Keep up the videos they've among others have inspired me to start backpacking.

[@woodalexander]

WOW! Great hike, incredible production value! So relaxing with the music and crystal clear 4k nature!

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Thanks Alexander! Appreciate the kind words!

[@megacase]

Nice shoe.

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

who'da thought they grew out of the mud!

[@livinglike_lisa7954]

Nice video. Thought you would be rocking the Altaplex.

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Someone else mentioned similar. Been having attachment issues getting rid of the solplex. Just got a lot of history with that tent and it just felt right to bring it

[@livinglike_lisa7954]

ChrisGoesOutdoors keep it then and use it when you want to. I picked one up off of reddit about a month or so ago. I haven’t used it yet except one night in the backyard.

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Ya I actually debated selling the one I got. Apparently Zpacks is no longer offering stuff in camo anymore too. I noticed on this trip my solplex needs some serious cuben repair tape where the trekking pole cups are. Getting all sorts of small pin prick holes so going to have to get around to that. Luckily when I ordered my altaplex I ordered a bunch of huge patches for the solplex. I guess I kind of just want to use that thing until it turns into more tape than tent 😂

[@emblazed9542]

Nice stuff man. Oddly enough, I hiked to this exact place around the time you posted this (using the route you did NOT take), but I like that you're keeping it a secret 😉

[@beckiejani7782]

Chris, thank you so much! Looking for ideas for this weekend. We love that area. Worth the 3 hour drive from the Great City of Lawrence I like your van!

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Thanks Beckie!

[@BackpackingWithJason]

Awesome trip Chris. Loved that vista. Incredible views. I’m going to be in the Whites in September. Can’t wait!! Cool video 👍👍

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

I expect you will have an excellent time, assuming the weather is cooperative haha

[@billandsheilahike7959]

As always we love your videos. Looking forward to our adventures in the whites this year from mid August till mid October. Looks like the van is working out well for you. How was sleeping at Walmart?

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Walmart was great. Couple smaller RVs there, and a nice high roof Dodge Promaster. Could see people inside it when I drove into the lot. But nobody bothered me at all. Literally slept like a rock through the night, it was fantastic

[@melidalopez8646]

What trail is this, I live in New Hampshire

[@maneedesigns]

What is the name of the trail and mountain?

[@woodchip2782]

Wow! One of your best! Your camera work is maturing nicely, so much so that when you walked to the edge of the cliff all my muscles tensed up! Oh, and it takes a mature man to show his shoe stuck in the mud!😅

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Thanks! haha ya I wish I recorded pulling it out of the mud. It made that farty suction sound and everything 😂

[@adamtadeusiak8636]

Where is this spot? I’m looking for places to camp and this one looked awesome!

[@ShawnCiotti]

Hey man! Great trip. I gotta get up for an easy o/n and relax like you did. Wicked smaht. Keep up the great vids. What trail was it?

[@kilbuda]

Looks great! What happened to your HMG 3400? Using something else?

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Its just overkill for anything longer than a day or two. I been using the zpacks nero for pretty much all my dayhikes and overnnights for the last couple years

[@Jaysus145]

Why did you chose the Soloplex over the Altaplex for this trip?

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Just felt right haha

[@jimwhalen4292]

The production quality on this video was off the hook, that’s some next level chit.

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

haha appreciate it Jim. Its nice having all the time in the world. Can literally record whatever I want

[@wiltciedugan8]

How's the altraplex working out for you.

[@ChrisGoesOutdoors]

Actually brought out the solplex again. Having attachment issues with getting rid of it haha

[@timhawkins2502]

envoy!

[@rjc8989]

what's the name of the trail

[@tomsimard684]

Looks like the Mill Brook Trail up to Kilkenny Ridge

[@beckiejani7782]

@@tomsimard684 I think you're right. Saw some of the signs.

[@anthonyforshay4159]

Owls Head ledges?