Enchanted Rock State Park: Hiking and Camping in Texas Hill Country

Camping in Texas Hill Country we hike Enchanted Rock State Park and later Kellie cooks black and blue burgers in a cast iron skillet.
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[@apriljoywoltman4360]

I really enjoy your channel. My husband and I tent camp for 40 years! We did all the National Parks in the States and many State Park as well and all the Canadian Parks. We are now in our 70's and a slowed down a bit, and travel in a small class C. Thanks for your posting and showing the beauty of the out doors! I love the cooking! I was so sorry about the lost of your equipment being stolen! Once again Thanks!

[@barbaramena2377]

Happy Trails again, I have been watching from beginning, you started. Hopefully they get the people who stole your home, because they just keep doing this , to everyone who enjoys what God has created.

[@dalebucks]

Glad to see you've made it to the TX Hill Country where I've been camping and hiking for many years. If you have a chance check out Inks Lake and the Frio River are also amazing. Late March, early April is also magical with wildflower season. Enjoy!

[@kimlittleton4943]

There is pink granite in Missouri as well. Elephant rock & Castor River Shut Ins.

[@TwoFeatherChannel]

Didn't hear the moan but I heard heavy breathing

[@boonedog1457]

You two warm my heart! So glad you are out exploring again. I can feel your relief and excitement once again. You really overcame a tremendous setback. I pray you fully recover from your terrible experience. I hope the criminals who violated you are caught and dealt with by the law. I know you now have better security protocols in place. They say what doesn't kill you makes you stronger. That is an old saying....I would rather you all not to have gone through those trials and tribulations. Peace to you both! Happy trails again!

[@boonedog1457]

Cooking preparation tip....purchase disposable latex gloves when dealing with meat, making hamburger patties. Your hands will love you and afterwards, just toss them. Out camping, it's hard to wash your hands after dealing with meat.

[@overcomeinone8371]

🥇Sorry I couldn't wait to comment I'm a texas fanatic. Ah the llano uplift what a distinct ecoregion of the texas hill country, it's the only place you'll find the sunset red granite in the hill country which was used to build the outer walls of the texas capitol building amongst other things. Just some fun facts, God bless y'all.

[@davidsavage5930]

I may have missed this from a previous vlog. I noticed you now have a boot on one of your trailer wheels. Good move!

[@jeremyhernandez5496]

It was awesome to hear how y'all met, I never knew that! Y'all just keep it simple and enjoyable every video and I love it. Have fun and stay safe out there!

[@pertuancreek5174]

That's interesting that the Ouachita mountains are under the surface there in TX hill country.

[@kr03grunt]

Head out to West Texas and hike quadalupe peak to the top of Texas. It's a short beautiful hike to the highest point in Texas.

[@overcomeinone8371]

It's 3000' elevation gain and takes the average person 6-8 hours but someone really fit could cut that in half easy.

[@lindahardy8713]

I know it’s a long, long drive, but I hope you guys make it to big bend NP & big bend ranch state park.

[@CodyandKellie]

☺️ love that place

[@iktmamafo2133]

I've got Goruck boots and while they aren't waterproof, I swear by them! Lifetime SCAR guarantee, and have withstood all my hiking, then a quick polish and they're ready for work.

[@johnrusso4943]

I'm so jealous of you guys. You live the life I fantasize about. And ya'll make me hungry with those cooking clips.

[@kimberlymelton1895]

I bought my father-in-law that tactical flashlight for Christmas and he LOVES it! Thanks for the idea!

[@mscattale]

I miss camping. Grew up tent camping then my parents bought a Shasta trailer. Then I graduated high school and started working so my camping/traveling with them came to an end. I was fortunate enough to have been to 36 states, Canada & Mexico by the time I was 18 and graduated from high school.

[@lynnebunning7273]

Would loved to have drone shots of the dome. Love how you give the history. You definitely live & eat pretty well. I did you were a bit heavy handed with spice, good sinus clean out. Lol. Cheers from Victoria Australia 🇦🇨🐨😁😍😁

[@katzcrow640]

Great Video ❤ Thank you. ..You guys are the Best. Are you doing a Camping Christmas 🎄?

[@Stevin523]

Good to see you guys back on the road. Texas is one of our favorite places to camp. If you get the chance to check out Garner State Park, the hike up old baldy has some spectacular views. In fact it’s the view in our pfp. ❤️ y’all!

[@denmar6431]

I WEAR Lone Peak! And I’m old and have small arthritis feet😕. They are great. Love’em.

[@donwyates]

This brought back some memories for me. I've been on Enchanted Rock many times. Good times.

[@veldasellers4021]

Happy to see you two finally found the straight-sided canopy you were searching for. Lol...It was so cute seeing Kellie vibin' in the background as you were unboxing it. Reminds me of the giddiness I get when we open and try out new camping gear after a long search for that "perfect" product. Have fun exploring your new and exciting lifestyle, and we wish you all the best!

[@daynachanley1115]

Glad you guys ate back out there doin’ your thang! If you’re on a tea kick, gotta try Harney & Sons hot cinnamon spice (decaf or reg). Best tea ever..like dessert! Would love to hear comparisons of gear you replaced with different gear and why.

[@holleyvanoski1537]

I’ve enjoyed watching your videos. I’ve learned a lot about products that are available to use to make things easier when out roughing it on the road. If you like Breweries you should go to Bend, Oregon. Beautiful place along the Dechutes River and they have a greenbelt with 18 breweries that give free samples of their beer! I live in Idaho. Merry Christmas to you both!

[@kimberleegullbailey2547]

I liked hearing a little bit about your Love Story. 💘 Very sweet. I enjoy seeing your adventures too!! Livin the Dream!!

[@ricardoguerra9411]

Cooking Out Rocks ....Burgers are the love of my life! Hope to see another video soon...

[@valeriebyrd321]

Is there any way you can reach out to the company's that produce air conditioners. The smallest I've seen is when i bought a trailer and a small air conditioner was in it with a handle at the top and it was the smallest air conditioner I've ever seen. I wish i would not have thrown it away into dumpster.Latter allways regretted that.It was 2 thousand btus give or take. Perfect for a campers and those using solar and wind never seen the same small size ever again.Found out they dont make them any more not ENOF demand for them .If you could contact Companies to make them geared towards campers and tenters To make small air conditioners AGAIN That solar and wind can power. As many champers it would be fesable To produce them to that market again. As many campers there is and those in vans and small truck campers also would be buyers of the product. A hugh market.With all the wide rage of those champers out there..

[@itsanorristhing3825]

I can not wait for your cook book! I love my Thurs nights with you guys! Thank you for filming and sharing and letting me go on this journey with you! I am learning so much! Loved the video! Much love Carla ❤❤🐾🐾

[@John-gn8hu]

Next time your around that area try staying at Krause springs but do it on a warm day and try the springs. Also check out Hamilton pool it’s a must see in that area. But like enchanted rock get a reservation. Always enjoying the content. Be safe and happy travels.

[@nicolenyamoko9214]

I love that you do your research for the areas you visit. I enjoy learning the facts and plan to do some research myself for the places I visit in the future. Thank you for sharing!

[@lindagolden9892]

Thoroughly enjoy your animal and nature shots along with the tidbits of relative info y’all share. 🐞

[@jgpainting8815]

Try Hoka One One. They are so so comfortable! Best shoes and some of the trail ones that are ankle hi are waterproof and super lightweight

[@tereasamcwhorter5449]

When you mash hamburgers like you're doing it make them dry if you would take and put a little dimple in the middle and don't smash them it makes them good and juicy I see y'all more out having y'all own Farm leaving out like a lot of people called living on the grids having animals and your own garden and live in the camper the same way

[@nwjones1]

Yes. Make a reservation. I learned the aggravating way. All worked out, though. Glad you guys got to go!

[@ronbumgarner5479]

Once again you two rock, I'm still camping in the mountains of Washington cold, snow and having fun. Some time soon i need to change the scenery. Until then have fun...

[@mo.girl4175]

Ps . So happy you’re back on the road and still praying for recovery of the lost items

[@tthomestead2763]

While hiking in Montana I learned that when your calves hurt while walking up hill it helps to walk backwards for a little bit.

[@darksideemt]

Y'all are only a couple hours from my wife's house in Waco. If I was in TX I would so come down and say hi.

[@tonygenovesi6292]

dang you guys are 20 miles from where we live kerrville texas, ya'll are in our area!!!

[@kr03grunt]

Cody please tell me the secret to finding such a awesome woman that wants to live this life. I can't find one haha...

[@halffullmonty]

Used to go to Enchanted Rock back in the 70s before it was a state park. At that time it was maybe $1 a car load you could camp any where as long as you want. They had a outhouse and a water facet. I usually camped about where the camp sites or now. I have camped on the top of the dome and turkey peak. But were a lot of work. I like camping down mountain and taking a tarp and sleeping bag and sleeping on top of dome as the stars were brite. Stayed there for over a week a few times and would swim in the stock tank behind the dome. Many memories,done repelling on back side of dome and there were caves that go from top to bottom. Lots of bouldering to.

[@tereasamcwhorter5449]

Have you ever thought about buying some property to live on the same way that y'all live or living?

[@RVingwithLuck]

I'm glad you two are back on the road, and getting back to normal life. I hope to join you soon. I miss my hikes! So does my cat.

[@maivjyk9327]

Skechers has comfortable shoes. Lots of various types.

[@sweetsugarjones]

Geology is cool; it was fun to learn about how that area formed and it’s local history.

[@exploringcoasttocoast0203]

Could you provide a link to the shoes you showed Kelly? I have narrow feet also and am looking for a shoe like that as a lighter weight alternative to my Vasque boots.

[@mo.girl4175]

We call those divets in the rock birdbaths. Def caused by erosion

[@taxodiumdistichum9678]

I may have missed it but where is the campground located?

[@yvettemolina5473]

I’m so happy for you guys that are out camping again. We did miss your camping videos. I’m loving the 10 by 10 canopy. You can also use one for your tent for when the weather gets colder or snowing especially with the walls up and connect it to the other canopy so you can make a bigger shelter area for you guys like when you want to exercise outdoors but it’s cold out you can set up a corner for you to exercise. Suggestion: maybe you guys can get a couple of those canopies and connect them together. Kelly when is your cook book coming out. Blessings To You. *MUCH LOVE* 🏕🤗♥️🙏🏼

[@heathwatson1185]

I want to see how you handle camping in a strong thunderstorm 😳

[@rosaking8488]

You will LOVE Enchanted Rock! ❤️

[@GypsyJvan]

nice video, thanks for sharing.. Gypsy

[@claramullen]

Cody I love listening to your history lessons it is fascinating.

[@exploringcoasttocoast0203]

We love Enchanted Rock! Haven’t been there yet with our camper.

[@janemerrill5675]

I've been to enchanted rock. It is so amazing.

[@truthbtold2260]

Welcome to Texas y'all! My girlfriend and I are fans of the channel. We live near Corpus Christi on the beach. If y'all are ever interested in doing some fishing on the Texas coast let's plan something come on down.

[@terrymanetz2276]

We Love You two. Stephanie Manetz 🤗❤️

[@donaldrichards9176]

Kelly, if you need narrow shoes, try Puma

[@rosaking8488]

Welcome to Texas! We camp at the Frio River at Garner State Park every year for a week! It’s a beautiful place and the river is gorgeous!

[@douglaskaiser5374]

Hill country is the best for spring flowers

[@pvjohnson52]

Merry Christmas from North Georgia

[@roadxoverland2917]

Enchanted Rock is an "Exfoliation dome". It exfoliates and large sheets break away from water getting under the layers and freezing during the winter. Also, Enchanted Rock is the highest point of magma in the state that managed to push its way up and out, protruding over 400 hundred feet above the surrounding land . It's essentially a large pimple in the middle of Texas.

[@overcomeinone8371]

It's intrusive not extrusive, it was formed underground then erosion exposed it. Just a fun fact.

[@chucksmith5002]

Glad you too are back camping

[@lindaschmidt1940]

Love the Ozark canopy! Can you tell me more about the wall organizer? Did it come with the purchase?

[@CodyandKellie]

Walls are separate

[@donniemabry1470]

How the heat in Texas Cody and Kelly

[@marthafitch4030]

I’m just curious about this one question. Are you guys going to still camp the way you do after you have children?

[@CodyandKellie]

We are not planning on having children

[@joannem1746]

Sorry if I have missed something, but didn't you just replace your trailer and have all the work done on it? Why are you back in a tent?

[@CodyandKellie]

We do not sleep in the trailer. It’s like our garage

[@skulledmonte84]

Install some sort of a tracking device in there

[@Shawnlynn44]

I was surfing YT and ran across a video you made a month ago saying your trailer was stolen...did the sheriff or anyone ever find out any info? Now i see your in a tent full time. Hugs

[@CodyandKellie]

Haven’t found anything yet

[@dinabutler5797]

That did look like a lot of seasonong! Beautiful opening shots.

[@pennywollett3953]

Love y'all 💕 👍 💘 😊 😇 🤗

[@lisablan-hoye5624]

Your videos have such beautiful flyovers and music. Thank you again for providing a peaceful place to go. Excellent video with interesting Native American history, shopping, cooking and nature. It’s like a Christmas box of goodies opened one by one. 😀 Merry Christmas!🎄

[@jimhagler2242]

God bless Texas and y’all too. Happy travels……..Jim and Judy in Texas. BTW are you going to make it to the coast and SpaceX in Boca Chica?

[@brianbarham6708]

Did you guys ever hear anything more on your trailer? Did they find it?

[@CodyandKellie]

No nothing

[@Patriot-American]

Glad you are enjoying the Texas Hill Country.... some of the loveliest scenery in Texas. There is so much to see from where you are camped!! So glad you guys are back at it doing what you love .... we love it too 😊. Safe travels and enjoy Texas... 👍🏻

[@Mz.Stephanie]

LOL!!! Y'all crack me up! We live in Southeast Texas and have family roots in Arkansas so we love visiting it's so beautiful. So enjoy!

[@glenscott8302]

They say that Texas is like a whole other country. Very diversified. You could spend a lot of time and not nearly see everything. Have fun!!!

[@theUcane]

Enchanted Rock is a MUST DO in Texas Hill Country. I'm so excited to watch this video!!! *squee*

[@davidmccarstle7722]

Glad to see you camping again and life retuning to normal for you-all. To add on to your discussion about shoes and what to buy for those who are just getting in to running and or hiking, is using a Local Running or Sports Store.Besides size the better stores with well trained people that can analyze your stride and determine what shoe type may work best for you. Although there is not much of a plus side to lving in Baton Rouge, we are at least fortunateenough to have probably the Best Running Store in the country.

[@dawndietz4654]

It makes my heart happy to see y’all out there doing your thing again and taking us along for the ride. ❤️ I’ve never visited the Hill country in TX, only been to Dallas/Ft. Worth area. I will definitely be adding it to my itinerary! Your other vlogs on Big Bend have made that park a must see for me too. Cody you’re like a big kid living your best life and your enthusiasm is contagious❤️. Loved the hike up the granite peak 🤩.

[@kr03grunt]

3rd comment haha....check out portable projects. Those white side walls make awesome projector screens for a movie night.

[@NarleyAdventures]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@oldtexan4557]

I hope that you will find the time to explore the GEORGE AT CANYON LAKE .... this was created a few years ago when we experienced an over abundance of rain fall above and below CANYON DAM. The lake filled up rapidly and the water was allowed to flow ever the SPILL WAY for the first time ever..

[@nzhillbilly6468]

Hi from NZ, Just want to say your channel is awesome, love what your doing, thanks for sharing with us.

[@russhoppe3971]

What are those cactus call as you walked past them what are they called

[@garybelew1757]

Prickly Pear

[@r28a]

On the backside of Enchanted Rock is a cave you can go through and at one point you'll need to get on your stomach to crawl through a small opening. You'll suddenly realize "there's a lot of rock above me" 😆 If camping at Enchanted Rock it's always fun after dark to go up to the top and lay on the rock star gazing.

[@joyces3550]

Love Texas! Great video, we must go there soon. Anywhere in Texas a wonderful time!

[@susanlee1827]

Have you been to pedernales state park yet? Same general area…beautiful rock formations in the river.

[@stevelongacre5829]

Go to Cooper's bbq in Llano while you're that close. There's also some great vineyards around Llano.

[@stevenburkhalter5672]

Cody, what kind of drone do you fly? Good for a beginner?

[@CodyandKellie]

DJI Mavic 2 pro

[@Ladyofthesun247]

I am so happy that you guys got back up quickly after the fall & dusted yourselves off & are looking great… I look forward to all your fun adventures and I live vicariously through you. My husband is slowly liking the outdoors more & your vlogs help. Thank you & God bless you!

[@erm4292]

once again Cody great framing on the hike with tree trunk in foreground and detail shots of fauna,bugs. and commentary on how you two met. I was my wife's the nurse patient, not too sick only a collapse lung from excess situps and holding breath while straining

[@banjojoeanddanielle]

Heck yeah guys! Living it up! Looks like a great time and the burgers looked amazing.✌

[@marksabia3468]

I'm getting addicted to you two...thanks for another awsome vlog

[@Maria-Aus]

Love your videos! You’re living my camping dream! Keep the videos coming guys

[@alexanderweaver7066]

You guys are too cool! I lived in San Antonio for three years after retiring at Lackland Air Force Base. My buddies and I loved to bass fish and exploring the Hill Country. Enchanted Rock was one of ou favorite places to explore. Glad to see you back out again.

[@kimfedrick9500]

Good to see y’all back home! I honestly could smell those burgers. They looked delicious!

[@georgejackson2129]

Glad to see things are back on track have been working alot latley last time i watched your camper got stolen did you ever find out anything about it

[@roadtriplover.]

I visited and climbed all over Enchanted Rock years ago and it is an amazing site. I highly recommend it to everyone who may be passing through. There are some truly awesome things to see in Tejas. :-D