Exploring OURAY COLORADO + 4x4-ing Yankee Boy Basin Trail | Nomad Life | Truck Camper Living

Join me as I explore the Switzerland of the USA, OURAY Colorado! I take you on a ride on the Million Dollar Highway and then on the 4x4 Yankee Boy Basin Trail. After that we tour the charming town of Ouray!
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[@wandaraney8342]

At 77yrs old, I can only watch and enjoy your lovely adventures. Your videos are my very favorite....Thank you for the amazing places I get to visit from my home...In my next life I plan to be a traveler....Best to you Catherine.

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you Wanda! ❤️

[@patwinkeller9254]

I made my first trip to the Ouray when I was five years old with my parents. I will be 73 in November. It was my father’s favorite place in Colorado. We made many return trips over the years. Thank you for sharing your trip. It brings back many wonderful memories.

[@geneanuts]

Our family's also. We also had to go there!

[@johnoliveira2788]

One of the most beautiful places ever showed on my screen. Love it! And I could say, the One Million Dollar Hwy gave us the One Million Dollar Video. Very much appreciated, John.

[@geneanuts]

My hubby drove that road the first time in the early '70's. It was more narrow and very bumpy. Spectacular scenery! I relive our adventures with videos!

[@RicG.]

Hooray for the Ouray video!!! 😎

[@hardy1416]

Dear Cat 🍀😊😘thank you for that peaceful nice scenery video🙏☺️ what a gorgeous cute cosy town. 🤩A big nice contrast to our 4 million City… 😉 We appreciate what you prefer to watch, same like us 🥰Thanks for the minutes 🥳🍀your Berlin Fan Couple, Nicole and Hardy 😊🙏😘Take care on you🤞

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you both so much!!! ❤️

[@randomvintagefilm273]

06:39 Yankee Boy Basin is absolutely stunning! A slice of heaven.

[@mikelowrie8957]

The best drive ever

[@RussellMKay]

Thank you for showing this beautiful spot of the earth!

[@chipper841]

So love your videos! Thank you MUCHLY for God's beauty! 👍 👍Special shout out to Dan for driving!

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you 🙏

[@Tailsnpaws]

Oh Catherine… As always a stunning trip that makes us feel like we’re actually with you in Ouray. Beautifully done. 💕

[@JRN1104]

every sunday morning i eat eggs home fries and bacon i watch your videos on my 70 inch flat screen its like being there so relaxing what a way to enjoy breakfast thank you

[@joefromohio8792]

Ouray, CO. Just so Awesome. What a Beautiful place to see. Thank you so much for all of your hard work Catherine 💜. I will do my best to get out there as well as Silverton. God Willing🙏 May God be with you and keep you safe Catherine 🙏 Will see you next Sunday ✌😊💛💜

[@jeffreyrule8143]

What another lucky opportunity for the Jeep tour. Thank you as always for including along on such a beautiful day.

[@anneknudsen8338]

Ive been planning a family trip to Colorado, and have seen many travel videos but this is the most beautiful and brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for sharing!

[@joharmon2148]

Magnificent!! not much else to say

[@celestepalm6949]

what a stunning ouray of mountains.

[@lhollybow]

Wow !! So scenic. At 17:25 I had to stop the vid and just admire the view , the colors , rocks , clouds and sunlight all come together to create a beautiful picture. Thx. Cat.

[@dongoble1792]

I live in western Colorado and Ouray and the surrounding Mountains are one of my favorite destinations for sure. To me this is why I live in Colorado.

[@dawnvierra4063]

Breathtaking. What a gem! So grateful for the man last year that tipped you off

[@rodcraven3282]

Beautiful trails Catherine, you are getting chauffeured around Colorado the last 2 episodes. Very nice you were able to go on those adventures. Ouray looks like a great place to spend some time exploring. Have a wonderful Sunday.

[@abijitganguli]

This place is outstanding. I have visited Switzerland and still I would visit this place for sure. Thanks for showing this hidden treasure. I follow your videos for a while but this is what really made me feel like I should be there. Last couple of weeks I was travelling forests and parks across Nevada, Utah and California. Thank you again and keep it up…

[@marianfrances4959]

Yup...home sweet home...we enjoyed our coffee and pancakes ( w home-grown raspberries!) With you today. Ha! Thanks for the breath-taking tour! 👍🇨🇦🌲😎💜

[@dennisbehm9386]

Thank you for what you do! I am a Colorado native and often get negative attitude and mind set about the millions of people that have moved here from other stated. So many changes and not for the better! You are blessed with the ability to show the beauty that is still here and unchanging.

[@susannenerad9851]

Totally agree with you, my home town of Golden is ruined, way to many people, used to live at the base of table MTN, so nice & quiet, now hoards of people, a quiet 2 lane road is now a 4 lane with huge houses, kinda sad to see what was once beautiful open meadows ruined, & the pollution is terrible, never used to be this bad, but places get ruined when there is to many people, but this is a beautiful video

[@dianapippin6658]

I too am a Colorado native 3rd generation and I have seen changes as well and like you said not for the better. I love going to these back places I appreciate Catherine showing the beaury of our state and the west in general.

[@dongoble1792]

My favorite little town in Colorado Ouray. I'm hoping to go there again soon.

[@MRHEAT20]

Nobody describes and films a location like you - TOTALLY AWESOME 🍻

[@thomascollins4325]

Cat, another great video with fantastic scenery!!! How anyone can thumbs down any of your videos is beyond me!! 👍👍👍❤❤❤🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@benmac6740]

So beautiful and the moose shot was spectacular. You have the most alluring eyes

[@bryanjohnston4907]

Good Morning. The International Balloon Fiesta is next weekend in Albuquerque. You should drop by and take some pictures. It's 9 days long.

[@keithkennedy2725]

I spent a week in Ouray back in August of 1973…. Thoroughly enjoyed your film that brought up so many great memories of days gone by…. Thank You. Kk

[@mikeroberts6676]

To mimic everyone else’s observations, another stunning video! This area was just added to my bucket list of places to see. Your perspective and cinematography skills definitely have helped with that decision…enjoy the rest of your week and safe travels….

[@2ChukBuk]

My God. Nature really delivers the goods in Colorado. In spades. Thanks for another video gem.

[@warrenwall7095]

Thanks again for taking me to places I'll never see without your video's, love always.

[@jillsmiles]

I’ve watched professionally made travel documentaries that aren’t as well made and captivating as yours. I look forward to your weekly videos so much. Thank you for sharing our country’s beauty with us!

[@paulskystoneadventures]

Good morning Catherine thanks for the stunning vidio. There are mountain roads just like that narrow one in British Columbia white knuckle driving for sure. Stay safe. 👍👍🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌹🌹

[@rc6888]

Wow so colorful the drive through the mountains and the lil town...i love lil towns☺

[@dlr77]

Hello cat thanks for sharing 👍 😊 stunning is the word you be safe

[@robertmray]

Darn you Catherine!!! Every time I watch one of your videos another beautiful destination is added to my list of places to visit. Your posts are always a breath of fresh air. Take care..R.

[@sharondavis8003]

Another 5 star ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review for this video! Can’t help but think about all the manpower it took to build those spectacular roads so that today we can have such breathtaking views! Thanks, Cat. 👍🏻😊🌲

[@evermar1]

"Dan keep your eyes on the road". Yes so we all can enjoy the incredible views of the million dollar highway. I think Ouray is going to see an influx of Catherine's viewers in the next year. Another wonderful video to start the week!

[@fatboywine]

Quray and the surrounding area affords some of the most incredible scenery that the Rocky Mountain High country has to offer. Catherine, your photographic skills have captured every bit of it. Wow! Hopefully you add some of your prints to your website store.

[@briancoughlin6732]

It is a very good idea to show who you are with for safety reasons

[@sescuba6405]

One of my favorite places in the world is Ouray! In addition to the activities you mentioned is the world-famous ice climbing in the wintertime. Ouray, and the surrounding area, really is a wonderland!

[@BlackDogDesigns]

OMG that is breathtaking, I keep telling my husband that Colorado is on my main bucket list!

[@truckcampinglife]

Wow, wow, wow....all I got!

[@SarahsAtticOfTreasures]

Catherine, Thank you for bring back a lot of memories for me.

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Love your videos. The scenery was gorgeous. Thank you so much. Blessings

[@rollandburlette3350]

Catherine thank you for this wonderful Video

[@lonanakken1688]

Traveling these mountain roads (virtually or in person) I am in awe of those whose hard work helped to carve them into the landscape! Such a beautiful area .

[@oldguyBMX]

Wow imagine living there with the background of those beautiful mountains! So so beautiful! Thanks for the ride! 👍

[@richardross3172]

Spectacular!!!!!

[@mikeherpel6308]

A few years back I had the pleasure of being picked up at the Albuquerque airport for a trip to Ouray thru Silverton, and a few other beautiful places, to attend a wedding. Traveling along the Million Dollar Hiway we reached Ouray and was amazed at the sight. While in Ouray I enjoyed an excursion along with other relatives to some old mining areas accessible only by four wheel drive, beautiful. Also climbed to top of waterfall that freezes in winter and has hundreds of ice climbers from all over the world. Ouray is a beautiful place and would definetly visit again.

[@brucehalleran1149]

A lot of the van life channels have some beautiful scenery shots. Large part of the attraction of the life and of the vids. Your professional qualifications show. Your eye for light and opportunity set you above the rabble.

[@genekied]

I lived in Gunnison, Colorado for five years and spent a lot of my free time over in Ouray. You haven't 'lived' until you drive the Million in the winter. ;) Nicely done.

[@darkridearts]

I’ve got to visit this place, wow!

[@1DomingosSilva]

As i wrote more than once , you are the best videographer in youtube , amazing and beautiful.

[@DadBodDrumming]

My 'coffee with Catherine' didn't disappoint! Ouray is now on my list of places to visit. What a beautiful spot. Thank you for sharing your lifes adventures with us. Happy Trails!

[@imabyugrl4262]

I was based out of OURAY springtime several yrs ago for photography workshop. Small Quaint Beautiful town! ALSO the wildflowers in the basin were amazing and worth the (careful) drive!😉👍

[@AE5X]

@@imabyugrl4262 Heading there tomorrow for the same reason!

[@imabyugrl4262]

@@AE5X soooo jealous. Need a chauffeur??😉🤣

[@jackbyrd381]

We spent the night in Ouray 2 years ago. The mountains around there are so exposed and raw, it is such a rugged beauty. Perhaps the worn and exposed rock is what brought the silver to the surface(?). Loved that back country in Yankee Boy Basin. Your You Tube fans are always willing to help you out. We will, too, if you're ever up at the Olympic Peninsula. Thanks again for sharing your life adventures.

[@jackiemartin2874]

I spent time in Ouray and Telluride in July 2016. Two of the most magical places ever!

[@russellmcbride1242]

Ouray to Silverton is magical! 🏞

[@fabricegrard1001]

A6400 and Catherine = top !

[@BrieU2]

Thank you Dan. For bringing her up

[@csgodenver]

Yet again your photography and videos are great !

[@jimmyjenkins9240]

Majestic! Stunning! Breath taking!

[@Oldschoolcustomrides]

Colorado looks so beautiful...what a way to start a morning, having some good breakfast and enjoying the great outdoors.

[@lucianofirmino9649]

Amei....

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

It is. Just about anywhere up in the mountains they could create national parks and they would all be top visit sites.

[@hmr171]

When you said it was going to be a great day, you cut to a shot of your maple syrup. At first I thought it was a bottle of bourbon and said to myself "It's kind of early for that, but yeah, that'll make it a great day". 😊

[@FirstSuiGeneris]

Ouray it’s Sunday, Cat’s got a new vlog. It’s a beautiful place!

[@susans8539]

Aside from Wyoming and Alaska, Colorado has got to be one of the most beautiful states in the US. Thanks so much for taking us along. The scenery is phenomenal!

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

It really is!

[@4321grp]

Catherine, I continue to be amazed how beautiful our country is, Thank you for bringing us along.

[@donreinholz8121]

Absolutely spectacular scenery Cat. I can see why people love it there.

[@mawacal]

Ouray is one of my favorite areas in the USA.

[@jeffreycalzada3484]

Good Sunday morning to you Catherine. What a magnificent little town! Also, Dan taking you where you couldn't go in your own rig, was a tribute to the wonderful subscribers you have. You are probably admire around the globe! Stunning pics and videos. This town is now on my list of must see places. Thanks for taking us along with you and Dan! As always, love you and be safe. 💖🙏

[@stevegreene1732]

Thanks for the short tour of the Ouray area Catherine. We lived in the San Juans for many years (Lake City, Durango), and even honeymooned in Ouray in 1987. We used to ski Telluride and Crested Butte regularly. As we watched this video, we eagerly awaited to see one of the most popular of all attractions there, on the north end of town, and were sad that it was completely missed and not mentioned. Ouray is world famous for its massive hot springs public pools, an incredible experience, especially at night when all the lights are on. Tens of thousands of visitors soak in the pools every year, and one part of the facility includes a cooler lap pool for serious swimmers. Well, all is not lost I suppose if you ever visit again, and you can see for yourself this magnificent hot water wonderland! steve

[@elwinshepard3804]

Enjoyed it very much stay safe have a good time

[@imabyugrl4262]

COFFEE and CAT just makes my Sunday mornings. Traveling vicariously thru u Catherine to some of my favorite places in AMERICA!! 🙏✌️👍

[@kellybalkom7149]

WOWSERS!!! That was so nice of Dan to take you. It's nice to see your subscriber numbers going up, you so deserve it.

[@j.philiplarson2064]

What a beautiful place...it's been a while since I was there. Thanks for bringing back the memorie Kat...God bless... and please stay safe...

[@diasy2010]

Beautiful stunning view 😍 I had passed by there June 2019 on my way to telluride I love these towns Ouray, Silverton, Durango 👍🏻💕

[@sandymacisaac6357]

Catherine your vlogs make my Sunday morning! I so enjoy watching them. Thank you again for sharing your amazing adventures with us

[@lucianofirmino9649]

Doce e bela ,, Catherine ❤❤❤❤❤❤💕🇧🇷

[@billtaylor3382]

Breath taking as always in the Colorado Rockies! Thank you for sharing Cat.

[@cliveashley9364]

Every Sunday 🌞 is a beautiful ♥️ adventure 🦋☘️🌞 enjoying fr jamaica 😎🌅🏖️

[@KimberlyGreen]

A little trivia: French toast in France is called "le pain perdu", which literally means "lost bread". ("pain" is the French word for bread) It originated as a way to avoid wasting stale bread, bread that would otherwise be wasted, i.e. lost.

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Very cool Kimberly. Makes sense to me! ❤

[@johneason6540]

Very interesting info. Thanks 😊

[@noworries.8601]

Great trivia, thank you. Is it true stale bread is best when making "le pain perdu"?

[@KimberlyGreen]

@@noworries.8601 Well, there are some differences between American french toast and French pain perdu. The French use a sturdier, crustier bread, rather than the sandwich bread we typically use. They also soak longer, in a custard (eggs, milk, creme, etc) instead of just an egg wash like we do. The stale bread soaks up the custard & softens it, while the crust keeps it from falling apart. That's how the bread gets "unlost", i.e. soft enough again to use & eat. I wouldn't recommend that for American-style sandwich bread because the crust isn't sturdy enough to hold up to an overnight soaking.

[@noworries.8601]

@@KimberlyGreen Thank you for that very detailed explanation. I appreciate you.

[@doughutchison6382]

Wow. WOW! That was absolutely beautiful and we enjoyed watching so much. This has to be one of your best videos! Safe travels, may God bless you, and have a wonderful week.

[@rickkaylor8554]

Nothing beats REAL maple syrup. Lovely video.

[@Seamus3051]

Thank you for sharing another sojourn in paradise :-)

[@yellowboot6629]

Really Nice!😍 Thanks ❣️

[@darlenestout7548]

Wow. Fabulous video and views. Keep then coming.

[@roberthunt8883]

Hi Catherine. I lived in Denver Colorado area for 57 years but moved to Cody WY, 2 years ago. I guess I had never explorer the Ouray area much. I don't think I have every been on that Yankee Boy Basin Trail. Now after seeing your video I'm going to have to plan a trip or two back down to Ouray. Like so many of your videos it makes me want to go see those places. Keep up the Great video work. It's AWESOME. ;) ;) ;)

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

Chief Ouray was famous in Colorado and the United States as a man of peace. His great negotiating skills helped prevent the kind of massacres and depredations that had been visited on other tribes from being perpetrated against the Utes. ... Ouray was born near Taos, where his Tabeguache Ute band often stayed.

[@Derideo]

Yep. A great man. I'm friends with his great great great great grandson Roland McCook who lives in Montrose.

[@joseirizarry2255]

Guaooooo nice place good morning Catherine Enjoy your tours.

[@CatherineGregoryAdventures]

Thank you 🙏

[@joseirizarry2255]

@@CatherineGregoryAdventures 🥰😘

[@gordonneate1297]

What a beautiful video. Your camera and editing skills are masterful. And, it’s so nice to see a nomad who does not live in salad and avocado toast alone.

[@Hiker_Mike]

Yesterday I hiked up Yankee Boy from the Ouray 550 parking lot, 13+ miles of INCREDIBLE scenery, turned around at the fork that went to Imogene and Yankee Boy basin. Wish I had the energy to make it a little further up to the basin but that was one heck of a elevation accent and I was out of energy. Thank you for your beautiful video of this area.

[@Sharonius54]

There truly are no words to adequately describe the most beautiful places of our amazing planet. Thanks for taking us along on your amazing journeys. Safe travels, Catherine. ❤️

[@elwoodblues9613]

Like you said three times, stunning. Every scene you captured in the video is one big "wow" moment. I could explore this entire region for an entire summer! It's one of your best videos, Catherine.

[@michaellewis81]

Another spectacular video Catherine. The San Juan's are truly a jewel of Colorado. My past vacations in the 90's always included that part of Colorado and want to thank you for taking me along with you on this trip. Happy adventures to you! 🏞⛺🛶🎶👣✨🤗

[@BBQDad463]

Incredible country! Beautiful music! Superb eye for the great shot! Totally cool tour of the town! What's not to love? It is almost like knowing this awesome California Girl who share videos of her incredible treks with me... uh... I mean... uh... Thank you for sharing this video. 😎💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@tubadude905]

I can see my house at 5:30...been there 23 years. But I must say, this is the best video of Ouray I've found on social media - you captured the essence of our town exceptionally well. From now on when anyone asks me about Ouray I'll point them to this video. One last thing - you pronounced our towns name correctly, well done!

[@goofsaddggkle7351]

I am blown away the agility of that Jeep - its been in 2 of your vids now tackling some daunting trails (Imogene pass!) yet seems like its clearance wouldn’t allow it. Skilled driver no doubt.

[@wvoutdoorsman5326]

Ouray and Sedona are our two favorite towns so far in our travels. Beautiful area and great video.